2015 Ethos Reserve Syrah

A visionary wine showcasing three varieties that are stellar in our growing region, but not traditionally blended together. This unique combination provides a beautiful marriage of structure, fruit and complexity that represents the pinnacle of Washington state grape growing and winemaking.

The 2018 vintage gave us a perfect combination of heat for ripening in the summer and a gradual cool down during harvest that allowed proper ripeness in the ideal timeframe. This year's blend is a special combination of Canoe Ridge Estate (39%), Cold Creek (26%), Kelly (18%), and Dineen (17%) Vineyards. The combination of warmer and cooler sites is the exact expression I look for in the Artist Series. The cooler sites provide dark cherry fruit, a touch of herbs and delicate harmony. The warmer sites give ballast and depth to add concentration and aging potential. This wine plays the perfect role of 'Old World' styling with "New World' structure.

This Block 9 Merlot is unreserved in expression yet retains freshness and balance. Aromas soar from the glass bringing lush black and blue fruits intertwined with sweet baking spices. The palate is splendidly textured, displaying a dense bramble of ripe fruit that gives way to a long, resounding finish.

The 2018 vintage provided magical conditions to create a complex Merlot. Dineen Vineyard makes up 55% of this wine, and I added depth and texture with 45% old vine Cold Creek Vineyard Merlot. This Merlot encapsulates everything that is remarkable about Washington State Merlot made by Chateau Ste. Michelle.

The 2016 vintage will be remembered as the longest calendar vintage on record since we were harvesting grapes for three solid months. This allowed for some impressive hang time and resulted in a very ripe and rich wine with beautifully supple, elegant tannins.

Using the yeast naturally occurring on the grapes in the vineyard allows this wine to show the complexity and depth that slower and more diverse fermentations can yield. Bright berry notes jump out but give way to cucumber and herbs.

The very warm 2015 vintage produced incredible ripe, rich concentrated red wines. This 2015 bottling shows the best of both worlds "“ the wonderful, ripe vintage, contrasted with sophisticated layers and complexity.

Ripe red cherry aromas and an earthy minerality accompany a complex interplay of savory herbs, citrus and dark chocolate. Subtle notes of red berries, leather and baking spices add to the intricacy. Deep flavors of plum and ripe strawberries are complemented by a rich and graceful mouthfeel and an exceptional lingering finish.

While a departure from the typical Druthers Cabernet, faithful fans and new converts alike will appreciate the unmatched decadence of this wine. Built from three vineyard sites renowned for opulence, this vintage has a sophisticated balance of rich juicy blueberry and vibrant red fruit with a long lustrous finish.