Red Willow Vineyard Malbec
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Typically best enjoyed 5–12 years from the vintage release.
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grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, portobello mushroom burgers
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Hailing from the legendary Red Willow Vineyard in Washington's Yakima Valley, this single-vineyard Malbec pays homage to one of the state's most historic viticultural sites. Pioneered by the Sauer family alongside visionary Master of Wine David Lake, Red Willow is famous for its steep, ancient soils and for hosting some of the earliest experimental plantings in the region. Owen Roe harnesses the unique terroir of this arid, high-elevation site to craft a Malbec of striking depth and complexity. Fermented in small batches and aged in French oak, the wine showcases the vineyard's signature profile: a dark, brooding core of blackberry and plum layered with savory dried herbs, cocoa, and a distinct mineral tension that sets it apart from its Southern Hemisphere counterparts.
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Established in 1999 by winemaker David O'Reilly and co-founder Jerry Owen, Owen Roe is a highly acclaimed Pacific Northwest winery dedicated to producing exceptional, terroir-driven wines from Washington and Oregon. Named after the historic 17th-century Irish patriot Owen Roe O'Neill, the winery operates its estate vineyard and production facility at 309 Shipley Rd, Granger, WA 98932, United States, in the heart of the Yakima Valley, while sourcing fruit from legendary sites like DuBrul, Red Willow, and Seven Hills. Owen Roe's winemaking philosophy centers on minimal intervention, utilizing small-batch fermentations and meticulous French oak aging to craft expressive, structurally complex wines. They are particularly celebrated for their bold, single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons, northern Rhône-style Syrahs like Ex Umbris, and creative blends such as Sinister Hand and Abbot's Table. More information can be found on their official website at https://www.owenroe.com.