Rotie Cellars - 2017 Northern Red
6 cases available
“It’s downright delicious, with impeccable balance and length.”
94 Points | Wine Enthusiast | Editor’s Choice
6 cases available
“It’s downright delicious, with impeccable balance and length.”
94 Points | Wine Enthusiast | Editor’s Choice
6 cases available
“It’s downright delicious, with impeccable balance and length.”
94 Points | Wine Enthusiast | Editor’s Choice
Review Notes
“Fruit for this wine comes from the winery’s estate vineyard in the Rocks District and includes 5% Viognier. The aromas start off brooding, opening to reveal notes of firepit, charcuterie plate, blueberry, freshly peeled tangerine and black pepper. Sweet, full-bodied, palate-coating flavors follow, while never getting overweighted. It’s downright delicious, with impeccable balance and length.” - SS, WE
Other Notes:
Blend | 95% Syrah, 5% Viognier (co-fermented)
AVA | Walla Walla Valley
Barrel/Fermentation Program | 14-16 months in French Oak, all 2nd and 3rd fill barrels
About Rotie Cellars
Since 2007, winemaker and owner Sean Boyd's goal has been to make traditional Rhône blends in Washington State. Boyd's winemaking philosophy is simple- combine old world winemaking techniques with the highest quality Rhône varietals that Washington has to offer. Boyd sources from some of the best and oldest vineyards in the state in an effort to showcase the most elegant blend possible, while ensuring the typicity of the fruit is expressed.
Each year a new vintage of the Northern and Southern red and white blends is released, bringing different attributes of the growing season to the table. The Northern Blend is a savory companion to the Southern Blend, a rounded trifecta of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. Rotie's whites are crisp, bright, and the perfect pairing to fresh seafood. On truly exceptional years, a vintage of varietal wines may be released, such as Grenache and Mourvèdre.
Rotie's program is small and focused, and production limited. Each lot is individually attended to, allowing for an uncompromising approach to quality.
About the Walla Walla Valley AVA
The Walla Walla Valley is a shared appellation with Oregon, and home to 120+ wineries. Grapes are dominantly red, with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah leading the varieties.
Designated: 1984
Vineyards: Total vineyard acreage: 2,933 (1,186 hectares); Washington acreage: 1,672 (676 hectares)
Top Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah
Average Annual Precipitation: 7-22 inches
