World renowned. Washington grown.
Two Vines 2003 Shiraz
Recommended by Martha Stewart Living
Tasting Notes
“The Two Vines Shiraz features New World-style ripe, jammy fruitiness blended from varieties traditional in the Rhone Valley. Black cherry and white pepper aromatics also are pronounced on the palate along with hints of strawberry. The finish is supple and lingering.” -Ray Einberger, Winemaker
"Best Red Wine Under $15" - Seattle Magazine
Growing Season
- Vintage 2003 began with a typical bud break in early April.
- Bloom followed in early June. Warm, dry weather conditions during this phase (the start of fruit maturation) contributed to the uniformity of berry maturation at the end of the season.
- High heat accumulation during late summer created excellent ripening conditions.
- Very modest precipitation in August and September cooled the vineyards and slowed down the ripening process.
- At harvest, vineyards across the Columbia Valley had excellent physiological maturity and flavor development across varietals.
Vineyards
- Columbia Valley vineyards are seated east of the Cascade Mountain range. Up to 14,000 feet high, the mountains effectively block eastward-moving wet weather systems from the Pacific Ocean.
- Just 6 to 8 inches of rainfall reach the growing region annually. Vineyards are 100% drip irrigation.
- The soils have low fertility and low water-holding capacity, allowing precise control of vine growth patterns.
- Vines are planted north to south on south and southeast facing slopes.
Vinification
- Grapes were destemmed and crushed with 10% whole berries remaining.
- Grapes fermented on skins seven days depending on the lot.
- The wine aged in half stainless steel and half oak barrels, a combination of French and American, for 14 months.
- The final blend includes Viognier and Grenache to enhance the mouthfeel and fruit aromatics.
Technical Data
- Total acidity: 0.60 g/100ml
- pH: 3.74
- Alcohol: 13.5%