Blue Mountain Vineyard Syrah
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Typically best enjoyed 5–12 years from vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
roasted lamb chops, grilled ribeye steak, wild mushroom risotto
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Sourced from the cooler, high-elevation slopes of the Blue Mountain Vineyard in the southern foothills of the Walla Walla Valley, this Syrah represents a distinctively elegant, Old World-influenced expression of Washington State. The vineyard's unique microclimate, shaped by cool evening drafts descending from the nearby Blue Mountains, allows the grapes to ripen slowly while retaining exceptional natural acidity. Winemaker Ryan Crane employs low-intervention techniques, often utilizing neutral French oak and concrete vessels to allow the site's true signature to shine. The result is a complex, terroir-driven Syrah defined by its savory character, showcasing notes of cracked black pepper, cured meats, olive tapenade, and fresh dark plum, backed by fine-grained tannins and a vibrant mineral core.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 2007 by winemaker Ryan Crane in Walla Walla, Washington, Kerloo Cellars is named after the distinctive call of the near-extinct Whooping Crane. The winery is dedicated to producing low-intervention, terroir-driven wines that highlight the diverse microclimates of the Columbia Valley and Walla Walla Valley. Sourcing fruit from esteemed sites such as Boushey, Upland, and Lonesome Spring Ranch, Kerloo focuses on crafting exceptional Rhône and Spanish-style expressions, including vibrant Syrah, Grenache, and Tempranillo, alongside crisp, mineral-driven Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay.