2019 Purple Star Malbec
Sourced from Washington State’s Yakima Valley AVA. Purple Star Malbec leads with dark violet hues, aromas of black fruits and complementary flavors of blackberry jam and chocolate with fine grained tannins.
Dark hues of red and violet lead to aromas of black cherry, dark blueberry and black raspberry, followed by flavors of blackberry jam, black licorice, chocolate and spice. Fine grained tannins and moderate acidity follow through the long finish.
Dark black cherries, cassis and blackberries carry through the long finish. Followed up by moderate acid structure and fine grained tannins, this wine will age well but is very approachable now.
Grapes were destemmed and crushed, retaining 20% whole berries. Hand punchdowns and pumpovers for 8-14 days depending on lots. Aged for 15 months in 100% French Oak barrels, 6% New.
1700 Cases Produced
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Varietal | Malbec |
| Varietal Composition | 100% Malbec |
| Appellation | Yakima Valley |
| Vineyard | O'brien Vineyard |
| Acid | 5.2 g/L |
| PH | 3.78 |
| Fermentation | 80% Whole Berry Fermentation, Yeast D254, 18 days on skins, 5% New French Oak-18 months |
| Residual Sugar | 0.03 g/L |
| Alcohol | 14.50% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Cases Produced | 350 |
| Country of Origin | UNITED STATES |
| State of Origin | Washington |
90 Points Wine Spectator
"Lively and harmonious, with red currant, smoky tea and spice flavors that take on polish toward refined tannins. Drink now through 2023."
Tim Fish
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