Alexana Winery Gran Rouge GSM Columbia Valley 2016

There is a winery located in Washington State proved it to be one of the best regions in the world to grow Syrah, but Alexana proves that the “other” Rhone varieties shine, and they don’t have to cost hundreds of dollars. Dark berries, ripe plum and black currants show immediately, while chocolate and vanilla from 11 months of barrel aging provide a rich and creamy palate. The tannins are soft, and the acid is polished with secondary flavors of violets, black cherry and cedar round up the flavors.