The best vintages often produce wines which can only be described in seemingly contradictory language. Our 2018 Mourvèdre is rounded and approachable yet it is densely layered with structure. The palate is lush and ripe yet there is freshness and great complexity.

Our 2018 Block Nine Merlot plays with a chip on its shoulder! It’s a perfect example of why Merlot from Washington State is so distinctively delicious! The palate is dense and richly textured due to signature mouth-filling tannins. Alluring layers of sweet cherry compote and mocha round out the palate.

This lively Marsanne is mostly tank fermented and expresses pear, melon and floral aromas and flavors in the glass. A touch of oak enhances the soft richness on the palate and lingering finish.

This dry white shows citrus and spice flavors that sit lightly on the palate, but also has great length. Most of the blend was fermented in stainless steel to show off the fruit, and a portion was fermented naturally in old barrels to add weight and depth.

The beautiful characteristics of this Grenache are created in the vineyard through cluster-shaping techniques to ensure full ripening, then brought to life in the winery through extended macerations. Notes of strawberry and raspberry open on the nose, leading to a rich mid-palate and extended finish.

This dry style of Gewürztraminer presents the celebrated spicy ginger and clove aromatics of a classic Gewürztraminer mixed with hints of rose, lychee and pink grapefruit.

The best part of the Limited Release program is the freedom to experiment! Instead of aging our 2018 Cinsaut in multiple small barrels, I decided to put about half into one giant oak tank – and I love the result! The delicate red fruit is pure and sweet with an added boost of freshness.

This Cabernet Franc opens with aromas of blueberry and graham cracker with blackberry and juniper on the palate and finishes with soft, velvety tannins. Enjoy the complex offerings of this unique varietal.

For the Austral this year, we co-fermented a blend of Roussanne, Marsanne, and Viognier together in a barrel. The result is a seamless, rich wine. We layered tank-fermented Grenache Blanc and Roussanne for brightness while a touch more of Viognier from barrel brought ripe stone fruit and texture.

Three individual lots that highlight creative winemaking techniques were blended together to create this lovely and complex Syrah. Dark fruits, hints of spice, and a rich tannin structure offer layer upon layer to discover just like the vineyard itself.

This wine is a beautiful ensemble of Old World wine making flare. With 7% co-fermented Viognier, this Syrah is elegant and floral with aromas of dried red fruits, honeysuckle and cedar. The palate is a balance of complex bright red fruits, lifted texture and spice followed by a vibrant, savory finish.

Characteristic vibrant red fruit and earthy leather of Sangiovese meld with raspberry jam and floral elements to create a wine that is fresh, nuanced and smooth.

Walla Walla Red is a blend of Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon with a touch of Tempranillo and Viognier. Aged in 41% new French oak, this supple wine carries notes of blackberry, spice, anise and clove seamlessly throughout the palate. The silky texture and delicate finish showcase the unique terroir of Walla Walla. Enjoy!

This Block 9 Merlot is unreserved in expression yet retains freshness and balance. Aromas soar from the glass bringing lush black and blue fruits intertwined with sweet baking spices. The palate is splendidly textured, displaying a dense bramble of ripe fruit that gives way to a long, resounding finish.

The 2017 Malbec was crafted from vineyards including Indian Wells (48%), Canoe Ridge Estate (34%) and Lawrence Vineyards (18%). This year’s Malbecs are on the pure, almost elegant side. Sublime flavors of black cherry and spice intertwine with a delicate, pure fruit finish.

By Adding 12% Syrah to our Cinsaut fermentation, we brought it to a whole new level. We retained the bright strawberry, anise, citrus, and characteristic freshness of Cinsaut, yet added depth and softness that make the wine more versatile and smooth.

Classic Zin characters of light raspberry jam and toast, I added just a touch of Syrah to fill out the palate but still keep the wonderful Zinnyness. Enjoy!

2016 marks the most complex Austral to date with 5 varieties in the blend: Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Cinsaut, and Counoise. Couple this with utilization of winemaking techniques such as stem inclusion and concrete fermentation, and it’s like baklava in a bottle, there’s so many sensory layers.