The winery is one of only a handful of Washington producers that blend the five classic red Bordeaux varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, with small amounts of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec. The Four Corners fruit and careful winemaking results in a complex and well-balanced Cabernet Sauvignon with Bing cherry, raspberry...
Sagelands gently destemmed the grapes without crushing to obtain more full berries and then cold soaked for one or two days before fermentation. After aging the lots separately in mostly American oak barrels for 12 months, we blended them together to produce a wine of great expression. This year, the addition...
VINEYARDS Grapes are grown on the Wahluke Slope, one of the warmest areas in the state. Vineyards receive only 6-8 inches of rainfall annually. Drip irrigation is used, allowing precise control of vine growth patterns. Soils are deep and sandy with low water-holding capacity. VINIFICATION After inoculating the grapes with Prise...
VINEYARDS Grapes are grown on the Wahluke Slope, one of the warmest areas in the state. Vineyards receive only 6-8 inches of rainfall annually. Drip irrigation is used, allowing precise control of vine growth patterns. Soils are deep and sandy with low water-holding capacity. VINIFICATION After inoculation with Prise de Mousse...
VINEYARDS Syrah from 3-5 year old vines were blended for this wine Syrah plantings have increased dramatically in Washington state as the varietal thrives in the region’s unique growing conditions Long, warm growing season, resulting in ideal ripeness and complexity Grapes are grown on the Wahluke Slope, one of the warmest...
The west coast of North America is adorned with a beautiful and diverse landscape whose ecological features are recognized the world over for their splendor, natural resources and agricultural value. It is no surprise then that this area holds some of the highest quality viticultural land to be found anywhere. Sockeye...
Spring Valley Vineyards Nina Lee Syrah 2006
The names given to Spring Valley Vineyard wines are a tribute to the family members who have succeeded in farming the same land where the vineyard and winery now flourish. This 100% Syrah is named for the wife of Frederick Corkrum. After meeting following her vaudeville performance at a local theater,...
The Columbia Valley's hot growing season in 2004 followed by a cool fall created a longer harvest that resulted in wines with ripe, rich flavors. Hot dry weather in August gave way to cooler temperatures and light rain in mid-September, slowing harvest and extending hang time. Warm, dry weather resumed in...
Deep ruby color leads to aromas of blackberry, chocolate and bits of orange peel. Bright blackberry flavors with touches of smoke lead to hints of orange on the finish.
Bright and luminescent with crisp green apple and butterscotch, finishing with a flourish of lemon and confident acidity.
Plum blossoms and soft talc make for a pleasant nose backed up by cinnamon, date and fig flavors, appearing modestly amongst juicy ripe black cherry and boysenberry gliding into a seamless finish.
