2022 Ceres
WINEMAKER NOTES
SMELLS LIKE: mixed purple and black fruits, summer berries, tobacco, eucalyptus
TASTES LIKE: cured meats, bay leaf, stewed cherry
MOUTHFEEL: balanced acidity, lush tannins, lingering finish
DRINK WITH: dolmas, lamb shawarma, grilled stuffed peppers, falafel
THE 2022 VINTAGE
The 2022 growing season began with below average temperatures and above normal precipitation across the Walla Walla Valley. The cold start resulted in fewer growing days for the spring and summer overall, but the extra rainfall and mountain snowpack prepared the area for multiple triple-digit days beginning in July.
The heat contributed to optimal fruit set and a slightly larger crop. With an idyllic September and October, the grapes were able to develop a perfect balance between flavor and sugar, acid and tannin, and overall great fruit expression.
VITICULTURE
Within all of our vineyards we dedicate ourselves to being stewards of the land and leaders in the practices of sustainable agriculture.
WINE SPECIFICS
VARIETALS: 52% Cabernet Franc, 48% Malbec
VINEYARDS: 75% Summit View, 15% Goff, 10% Seven Hills
APPELLATION: 100% Walla Walla Valley
OAK PROGRAM: 100% French; 78% Neutral, 22% New
HARVEST DATES: 10/10/22 - 10/20/2022
FINISHED ALCOHOL: 14.5%
PRODUCTION: 447 cases
