COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Syrah, Viognier, Grenache
PRODUCER
Chateau Ste. Michelle
REGION
Washington
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Chateau Ste. Michelle Columbia Valley Syrah is a red wine from Washington State, USA, produced by Chateau Ste. Michelle. The 2020 vintage primarily features Syrah, with small additions of Viognier or Grenache. The grapes are sourced from various vineyards within the Columbia Valley AVA, including the Yakima Valley, Horse Heaven Hills, and Snipes Mountain. Chateau Ste. Michelle, founded in 1934, is recognized as Washington's oldest winery. This particular Syrah is crafted to be an approachable and fruit-forward representation of the varietal from the region.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Washington's founding winery, established in 1934.
Fact 02
Grapes hail from diverse vineyards across the Columbia Valley AVA.
Fact 03
A touch of Viognier or Grenache often enhances aromatic complexity.
Fact 04
Bronze award winner at the International Wine & Spirit Competition 2023.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Chateau Ste. Michelle Columbia Valley Syrah 2020 involves fermentation using pumpover and délestage techniques to manage color, flavor, and tannin extraction. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging for 14 months in a mix of oak barrels, comprising 20% new French oak, 10% new American oak, and 70% neutral oak. The grapes are sourced from various vineyards within the Columbia Valley AVA, which is known for its favorable climate for grape growing.
