The impressive 2021 Armada Vineyard Syrah from Cayuse is another 100% Syrah from The Rocks that saw 15-20% new French oak for a total of 21 months of aging. You immediately have the sense of place in this wine and in a blind, I could pick it out every time. Gorgeous, intriguing notes of grilled meats, dried purple roses, and white peppercorns meld with the blue and black fruit with a smidgeon of white grapefruit zest that pops out of the glass on the nose. Tannins are firm and pleasant and pair perfectly with the lemony acidity and lengthy earthy finish that goes on for minutes. 636 cases were produced.
Rating | Value | Drink |
98 |
$109 |
2024-2039 |
Country | Region | Appellation |
United States |
Washington |
Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley |
Editor | Issue | Importer |
J. Young |
January, 2024 |
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