Barnard Griffin - Rob's Red Blend 2022
Price: $16.99
| Producer | Barnard Griffin |
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| Country | United States |
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| Region | Washington |
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| Subregion | Columbia Valley |
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| Varietal | Proprietary Red |
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| Vintage | 2022 |
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| Sku | 39476 |
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Barnard Griffin Description
Vintage 2022 —
A wet, late spring, a torrid summer, a perfect fall. Harvest began 25 full days later than recent years on September 12th. This is about the time nature and providence shined upon us with a beautifully warm and gentile autumn. Whites were generally afforded extra hang time for flavor development without excessive sugar and depleted acid, almost perfect balance to be very authentic Washington wines. Reds were similarly well composed with ample sugar and enhanced character from additional time on the vine. Rich and balanced reds of excellent potential.
Tasting Notes —
Shows spellbinding aromas and flavors of plum and cherry with hints of molasses, brown sugar and citrus that hang subtly in the background. Refined tannins are seamlessly intertwined with juicy acidity to create amazing balance and harmony on the palate. Wonderful as a stand-alone red or paired with grilled meats.
Tech Notes —
Vineyard Selection
Black Rock Vineyard ¦ Yakima Valley
Gunkel Vineyard ¦ Columbia Valley
Lonesome Spring Ranch ¦ Yakima Valley
Sagemoor Vineyard ¦ white bluffs
Desert Aire Vineyard ¦ wahluke slope
Blend winemaking: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah
TA - .61
pH - 3.86
RS - 2.5g/l
FULL ML
Fermentation - Pumpovers 2 times daily; pressed at 1-3% sugar; peak fermentation temperature 85 degrees
Finishing - 15% 16 months (barrique), 10% 1 yr French oak & 90% neutral
85% - 16 months (oak tanks)
6900 cases produced - ABV 13.8%
