CAYUSE "Armada" 2018

Wine Region: Washington - USA

Grape: Syrah

Tasting notes: "Beginning with a fantastic nose of cured venison, black pepper, roasted herbs and wilted lavender, the 2018 Syrah Armada Vineyard offers smoked jerky and cold fireplace elements. Medium to full-bodied, the wine displays impeccable balance with a velvety mid-palate and succulent tannins that need an additional year in bottle to come around. The wine concludes with a long, lingering finish with persistent flavors of sweet tobacco, roasted blackberries and cigar box." - 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 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