15th

2012 Red Mountain Syrah, Mourvedre

Ward Johnson Winery's 15th, a splendid red blend of Syrah and Mourvèdre, hails from the esteemed Red Mountain region. This 2012 vintage showcases a full-bodied structure that envelops the palate with its vibrant profile. The wine exhibits high acidity, lending a bright and lively character that invigorates the senses. A symphony of fruit intensity emerges, with luscious dark fruit flavors taking center stage, beautifully complemented by notable tannins that provide a firm backbone. As you savor each sip, the wine reveals its sophisticated craftsmanship, culminating in a delightful, dry finish that invites another taste and leaves a lasting impression.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

Washington

With 18 recognized AVAs, Washington is the second-largest wine-producing state in the United States. Most of these AVAs are located in the east, centered around the valleys of Walla Walla, the Columbia River and Yakima. The grape varieties that thrive here are numerous: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Gris all continue to make increasingly compelling wines. Washington wines thrive in dry, semi-arid conditions far from the Pacific Ocean and are protected from the Pacific Northwest rain shadow by the Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges. Washington owes its unique terroir to the historic Missoula Floods, which swept through the region 10,000 years ago, stripping away the earth and replacing it with sandy soils from modern-day Utah, Idaho and Montana.

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