COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache, Viognier
PRODUCER
Chateau Ste. Michelle
REGION
Washington
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Pundit Syrah 2020 is a red wine from Chateau Ste. Michelle, a result of a collaboration with Rhône winemaker Michel Gassier. This partnership aims to marry the elegance of the Rhône Valley with the robust character of Washington's Columbia Valley. The wine is crafted from a blend primarily featuring Syrah, with contributions from Mourvèdre, Grenache, and Viognier, all sourced from the Columbia Valley AVA. Chateau Ste. Michelle, established in 1912, is a foundational winery in Washington State, known for its commitment to European varietal wines and its role in developing the region's vinifera grape growing.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€31
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A collaboration between Washington's Chateau Ste. Michelle and Rhône winemaker Michel Gassier.
Fact 02
The name 'The Pundit' suggests an expert opinion on Syrah.
Fact 03
Includes a touch of Viognier, a white grape, to enhance aromatics and texture.
Fact 04
A blend of Old World finesse and New World fruit intensity.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for The Pundit Syrah 2020 begins with destemming and sorting the grapes. Fermentation involves careful extraction through gentle pumpovers and délestage. The wine then undergoes aging for 12 to 14 months in a mix of French, American, and neutral oak barrels, with a significant portion being new French oak. This approach aims to integrate the wine's fruit characteristics with oak-derived complexity and structure.
