Stone Tree Vineyard Tempranillo
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Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from the vintage release.
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Grilled lamb chops, roasted pork loin, wood-fired paella
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Hailing from the arid, sun-drenched Wahluke Slope AVA, the Stone Tree Vineyard is renowned for producing some of Washington State's most compelling Spanish-style reds. Kerloo Cellars harnesses this unique terroir to craft a Tempranillo that bridges Old World soul with New World intensity. The vineyard itself is named after the ancient petrified wood found throughout the region, a testament to the dramatic geological history of the Columbia Basin. Winemaker Ryan Crane utilizes low-intervention techniques, allowing the intense heat and gravelly, silt-loam soils of Stone Tree to express themselves through bold dark fruit, savory tobacco, and leather notes, framed by a rustic yet refined tannic structure.
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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.