CAYUSE "Cailloux" 2017

CAYUSE "Cailloux" 2017Wine Region: Washington USA Grape: Syrah Tasting notes: "The 2017 Syrah Cailloux Vineyard begins generous and inky in the glass, with black fruit at its core and floral aromas of violets and lavender followed by a soft smokiness with layers of olive tapenade and dust covered black raspberry. Full bodied, the Cailloux Syrah is intensely complex and reveals layers of crunchy minerality and silky tannins that frame the elegant notions of cherry blossom

Wine Region: Washington - USA

Grape: Syrah

Tasting notes: "The 2017 Syrah Cailloux Vineyard begins generous and inky in the glass, with black fruit at its core and floral aromas of violets and lavender followed by a soft smokiness with layers of olive tapenade and dust-covered black raspberry. Full-bodied, the Cailloux Syrah is intensely complex and reveals layers of crunchy minerality and silky tannins that frame the elegant notions of cherry blossom in the mouth. Ending with a long-lingering and sophisticated finish, the wine continues to reveal its subtleties, expressing umami and savory characteristics." - Anthony Mueller, The Wine Advocate

About the winery:
Cayuse is a domain located in the Stones of the Walla Walla Valley. Over the past 20 years, Christophe Baron has made it his mission to craft food-friendly wines of incredible depth, individuality and character - all from fruit grown entirely using biodynamic farming methods. Originally from Champagne, Christophe is the first Frenchman to establish an estate domain in Washington.

Expert Rating:
Wine Advocate: 96/100