Black Rock Vineyard Syrah
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 5–10 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled lamb chops, roasted duck, wild mushroom risotto
✨ Technical Specifications
Sourced from the rugged, high-elevation Black Rock Vineyard in Washington's Yakima Valley, this Syrah is a compelling expression of the region's dramatic volcanic terroir. The vineyard is defined by its harsh, rocky basalt soils and arid climate, which force the vines to struggle and produce small, intensely concentrated berries. Winemaker Ryan Crane employs a low-intervention approach, utilizing concrete fermenters and neutral French oak to preserve the pure, wild character of the site. The resulting wine is celebrated for its savory complexity, weaving together notes of dark bramble fruit, smoked meats, cracked black pepper, and a distinct mineral, crushed-stone undertone that reflects its basalt origins.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 2007 by winemaker Ryan Crane in the renowned Walla Walla Valley of Washington State, Kerloo Cellars crafts artisanal, site-expressive wines that celebrate the Pacific Northwest's premier terroirs. Operating with a philosophy centered on minimal intervention, low oak influence, and native fermentations, Crane seeks to showcase the pure, vibrant fruit character of respected vineyard sites across Columbia Valley and Yakima Valley. The winery is particularly acclaimed for its dynamic Rhône-style offerings, notably single-vineyard Syrah and crisp Grenache Rosé, alongside energetic expressions of Tempranillo, Grenache Blanc, and Sauvignon Blanc.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Syrah