Union Gap Vineyard Malbec
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Typically best enjoyed 5–10 years from the vintage release.
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Grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, blue cheese
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The Union Gap Vineyard is Owen Roe's estate jewel, situated on a dramatic, south-facing slope where the Yakima River carves its way through the basalt ridges of the Yakima Valley. This unique geological wind gap channels cooling breezes that moderate the intense Washington sun, preserving the grape's natural acidity. Planted in gravelly, basalt-rich soils, the Malbec vines here yield small, concentrated berries. Winemaker David O'Reilly utilizes small-batch fermentation and careful French oak aging to craft a Malbec that beautifully balances the grape's signature plush, dark fruit profile with a distinct mineral tension and savory complexity derived from this rugged estate terroir.
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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.