Description
Tasting Notes by Winemaker Charles Smith
“A pretty and inviting light within a dark night explodes into wild strawberries, dark cherry, and candle wax. Translucent and desirable, it lingers with black plum, tea leaf, and dried black rose coveted in an old hardback book … it is truly a precious, finely focused taste of Barbera” – Charles
Vintage Notes
2022 was a unique year for wine grapes in Washington State. A slow start from a late Spring eventually balanced out into an even and warm Summer and ultimately led to one of the longest Falls we have ever seen. Our vineyards, which produce great grapes year in and year out, harvested fruit that lent itself to extremely special wines this year. Wines that are firm, bright, and beautiful, with lovely aromas. We’re excited to watch them continue to develop and provide enjoyment for years to come!
Vineyard
Northridge Vineyard (100%)
Loamy, fine sand over silica limestone, these ancient soils above the Missoula Flood plain are some of the best to grow fruit. This site is higher elevation and has cooler evenings, which creates later ripening, lots of minerality, and concentration. A hidden gem!
Critic Acclaim
92 Points, James Suckling
92 Points, Jeb Dunnuck
89 Points, Eric Guido–Vinous
93 Points, Robert Parker Wine Advocate (v2021)
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