Cayuse Vineyards Syrah En Cerise 2023 750 ML

Practicing Biodynamic.
Walla Walla Valley AVA.
Cailloux vineyard.
Planted in 1997.
18 months of aging in 15-20% new French oak.

• Country:United States
• Region:Washington State
• Appellation:Walla Walla

98 Points.… dark and exotic in tone. Licorice candy and violet lead to a sensual mouthfeel of refined tannin and well-integrated oak … Salty salinity comes up against a meaty char component of iron, green tea, peat moss, and complex tension. Theres a powerful purity to the whole experience, which finishes complete. Cellar through 2042. Virgine Boone,jebdunnuck.com

96 Points.This meaty and savory red shows aromas and flavors of black plums, sage, licorice, bacon fat, iodine and capers. Its full-bodied, open and deliciously salty, with ripe, supple tannins. Increasingly salty and it persists for a very long time. Around 70% whole-cluster fermentation. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drinkable already, but better from 2027. James Suckling,jamessuckling.com

95 points.A compelling and impeccably structured red that serves up expressive flavors of blueberry and raspberry accented by crushed stone, garrigue and tapenade tones as this builds tension and personality on the finish. Drink now through 2035. Tim Fish,Wine Spectator