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2017 Domaine de Pierres
Ancient Stones Vineyard Syrah
Domaine de Pierres (Field of Stones), is the newest addition to our family of single-site Syrahs. The Rocks AVA near Walla Walla is named after the softball-sized stones permeating the vineyards there, creating Syrah distinct from any other place in Washington State. Our affection for site-expressive Syrah led us here in 2014, when we purchased the Ancient Stones Vineyard and immediately got to work tilling the soil multiple times each year to expose the latent rocks. Each year we learn more about this exquisite site and we couldn’t be more delighted to share the delicious results.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2017
Varietal
Syrah
Appellation
Walla Walla Valley
Vineyard Designation
Ancient Stones Vineyard - Estate Owned
Aging
French Oak Barrels for 13 Months. 30% New.
Fermentation
100% Whole Cluster Inclusion.
Alcohol %
13.6
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Befitting its unique origin in the rocks, the 2017 Domaine des Pierres immediately shows individuality with its dark ruby color. Penetrating and savoury, the fruit is exotic with kirsch, blood orange rind and raspberry surrounded by a familiar “rocks” bouquet of roasted meat, green and black olive, hoisin and fresh sage. On the palate, it’s dense, full-bodied and expansive, with a core of rich, black raspberry liqueur supported by notes of sea salt, dried
Production
135 Cases Made.