Stone Tree Vineyard Malbec
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 3–10 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, portobello mushroom burgers
✨ Technical Specifications
Sourced from the sun-drenched Wahluke Slope AVA, the Stone Tree Vineyard Malbec from Kerloo Cellars is a testament to Washington State's ability to produce world-class Bordeaux varietals. The vineyard itself is named after the ancient petrified wood discovered in the area, a nod to the dramatic geological history shaped by the prehistoric Missoula Floods. Winemaker Ryan Crane employs a low-intervention approach to capture the raw energy of this site. The sandy loam soils and intense heat of the Wahluke Slope allow the Malbec grapes to achieve rich, concentrated flavors of dark fruit and cocoa, while the cool desert nights preserve a vibrant, balancing acidity. Aged carefully to respect the fruit, this wine showcases a sophisticated harmony of power and elegance.
🍾 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
Malbec