2018 Doyenne
COLUMBIA VALLEY AVA
Traditionally “backward” in its youth, Cabernet Sauvignon (39%) drives the nose on the 2018 Doyenne, with savory rosemary and sage notes, before Syrah (61%) begins to show its influence with blue fruits and hints of vanilla. These two will swap and integrate with time in the bottle. On the palate, this integration is apparent even in the young wine, with blueberry, raspberry, and peppercorn flavors well-supported by Cabernet tannin and light oak toast.
WARNING: Drinking distilled spirits, beer, coolers, wine and other alcoholic beverages may increase cancer risk, and, during pregnancy, can cause birth defects. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/alcohol.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2018
Varietal
Rhone Style Blend
Appellation
Columbia Valley
Vineyard Designation
30% Shaw Vineyard, 22% Stonetree Vineyard, 17% Ciel du Cheval Vineyard, 13% Grand Ciel Vineyard, 10% Boushey Vineyard, 8% Upchurch Vineyard
Alcohol %
14.7
Wine Enthusiast
91
Wine Profile
Production Notes
Cold soaked 24-36 hours, fermented 12-16 days on skin, partial native yeast, aged 20 months in 100% French oak (40% new).
Winemaker Notes
61% Syrah, 39% Cabernet Sauvignon
Food Pairing Notes
Braised Lamb, Seared Duck Breast, Wild Game and an array of cheeses are particularly wonderful match for Aix-en-Provence style wines.
Production
The city of Aix-en-Provence is where the first great French wine region was formed & the art of blending is steeped in history. Doyenne (meaning wise or senior) is a tribute to this ancient region & respected practice. Originally crafted by Executive Winemaker Chris Upchurch for his wedding, this blend of Syrah & Cabernet Sauvignon is true to the Doyenne name and the region that inspired its creation. First vintage 2003.
Other Notes
WARNING: Drinking distilled spirits, beer, coolers, wine and other alcoholic beverages may increase cancer risk, and, during pregnancy, can cause birth defects. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/alcohol.