2022 The Stones Speak Estate Syrah
Appellation
Walla Walla Valley
The Rocks District of Milton-Freewater
Vineyard
Stones Speak Estate Vineyard, Certified LIVE and Salmon Safe
Fermentation
Handpicked and hand sorted into 1.5 and 2 ton open top stainless steel fermenters. 30% whole cluster. Multiple harvest dates to select different levels of ripeness.
Aging
16 months in 500 Liter French oak puncheons, 20% new.
Tasting Notes
From the heart of The Rocks District, the 2022 vintage of the Stones Speak Estate Syrah captures the soul of this extraordinary terroir. Deeply hued with a dark purple core, it immediately hints at its concentration and intensity. The aromatics are both captivating and complex—blue fruit layered with savory notes of olive brine, cured meats, and cracked black pepper, framed by subtle undertones of red cherry and violet.
The palate is plush and savory, with smooth tannins and a long, lingering finish. Both powerful and graceful, this wine pairs well with grilled or roasted red meats, mushroom or truffle risotto, and Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
Drink 2025-2039.
95 Points – International Wine Report
95 Points – Owen Bargreen
94 Points – Vinous