I know what you’re thinking: Petit Verdot, hard tannic, not very nice…but you would be wrong. Instead, supple, charming and pretty. Dark, vibrant, and very expressive. Fire roasted chilies, fresh violets, blackberry, marjoram, crushed seashells, black fruit compote. Very stylish with an elegant mouth feel and long finish. I could sit down with friends and drink the sh*t out of this wine. What are you waiting for?!
The Olsen Brothers vineyard is located on the Northwest bend of the Yakima River as it turns North at Red Mountain. The elevation averages about 1,000 feet and the soils are sandy with broken basalt. This fertile, cattle grazed land is perfect for the Bordeaux Varietals.
The 2018 vintage was incredible! This outstanding vintage began mild followed by a long and dry ripening season in the fall. This enabled us to hang the fruit to reach optimal ripeness without losing acidity or increasing sugars. The wines from 2018 are exceptional in many ways, from the great expression of the whites to the beautiful refinement and complexity of the reds. Enjoy!