Rotie Cellars - 2017 Southern Red

Review Notes:

“Grenache makes up 70% of this wine, with the rest Mourvèdre (20%) and Syrah (10%). The aromas are effusive with notes of olive brine, raspberry compote, blueberry, moist earth and whole tangerine. A full-bodied, outrageously flavorful palate follows, laden with fruit and savory flavors. Orange notes linger on the finish.” - Sean Sullivan - Wine Enthusiast

Other Notes

Blend | 70% Grenache | 20% Mourvedre | 10% Syrah

AVB | 14.4%

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.

AVA | Columbia Valley

The Columbia Valley gets its name from the river that cuts through the appellation. The river itself was named after Captain Robert Gray's ship, the Columbia Rediviva, which was the first to travel up the river in 1792.

Designated: 1984
Vineyards: Total vineyard acreage: 60,079 (24,313 hectares); Washington acreage: 59,234 (23,971 hectares)
Top Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Riesling, Syrah
Average Annual Precipitation: 6-8 inches