Red

The Informant Syrah

Guardian

Wahluke Slope · Columbia Valley · United States

Fact sheet

Type
Red
Grape
Syrah · Viognier
Country
United States
Region
Wahluke Slope · Columbia Valley
Appellation
Wahluke Slope
Body
full
Acidity
medium
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

grilled lamb · roast beef · beef stew · aged cheeses · smoked grills · barbecue ribs

Rated vintages

  • 201492 pts

    The 4% Viognier shows prominently, with perfumed aromas of fresh flowers and orange peel out in front of plum, purple fruit and smoked meat. The fruit flavors are sweet and saturated, with the dial turned way up. It brings a sense of deliciousness that is impossible to ignore.

  • 201391 pts

    All of the fruit for this wine comes from Stonetree Vineyard. Bright flower, fresh raspberry, huckleberry and potpourri aromas are followed by full-bodied, layered fruit flavors. Floral notes persist on the finish.

  • 201290 pts

    All coming from StoneTree Vineyard and aged in half new French oak, this full-throttle wine offers aromas of blackberry jam, cassis and barrel spice. It's rich and high octane, showing some warmth on the finish.