2022 Horsepower Sur Echalas Vineyard Grenache [OB100][IWR100][JS96]
2022 Horsepower Sur Echalas Vineyard Grenache [OB100][IWR100][JS96]
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Producer: Cayuse Vineyards
Region: Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington
Varietal: Grenache
Year: 2022
Owen Bargreen, 100 Points
"Translucent in the glass, the 2022 ‘Sur Echalas Vineyard’ is sourced from this tightly-spaced location laden with cobblestones just outside the town of Milton-Freewater. Aromatically enchanting, this yields beautiful red rose petals with Asian spices, prosciutto ham, Nori and shades of smoldering stones with bacon grease accents. The palate is impeccably balanced, round and generous, with serious underlying tension that will make your mouth water. Showing great depth and a delightfully long finish, enjoy this novel, one of a kind wine now and over the next eight years. Drink 2024-2032."
International Wine Report, 100 Points
"Pale yet vibrant in the glass, it exudes a mesmerizing aromatic complexity, unfurling layers of boysenberries, crushed rose petals, smoked spices, bacon fat, and salty sea breeze. Beneath that, hints of charred earth, black truffle, and roasted game add an irresistible umami depth. The palate is equally compelling—silky yet structured, with a core of red raspberry, blood orange, and white pepper seamlessly woven together. There’s an electric energy here, a thrilling interplay of minerality and acidity that keeps each sip endlessly engaging. As it glides toward its expansive finish, lingering notes of smoked herbs, saline-infused rock, and delicate florals emerge, leaving an unforgettable impression. Utterly captivating in its purity and precision, this is a wine of extraordinary character and age-worthy potential. Bravo … Highly recommended."
James Suckling, 96 Points
"Intense and persistent, this grenache bursts with wild aromas of crushed raspberries, chilies and dried rose petals. Sichuan peppercorns and blood oranges are laced with hints of dried mint leaves and smoked sea salt. The medium- to full-bodied palate is tense and bold with gripping spices, firm tannins and a long, tight and chalky finish. Vivid and untamed. Around 70% whole-cluster fermentation. From biodynamically grown grapes. Try after 2028."
Alcohol: 14.1%
