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 2022 Bombshell
 

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2022 Bombshell

 2022 Bombshell
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Tasting Notes

Our 2022 Bombshell Red is a signature blend of 42% Merlot, 32% Syrah, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Malbec, and 5% Cabernet Franc. It features dark berry aromas of sweet fig, black currant, and blackberry jam, complemented by layers of espresso. The silky palate reveals candied plum, roasted dates, and a vibrant berry medley, finishing smoothly with soft tannins, lingering dark fruit, and a touch of French oak spice.

Vineyard Designation

100% Estate Grown

Vintage Notes

The 2022 vintage in the Yakima Valley was a bit of a roller coaster. A mild winter extended into spring with early frost periods and winter-like conditions in April. The cool spring delayed bud break by a few weeks and caused delayed growth in the vineyard as we moved into summer. Each vineyard block was meticulously managed to ensure a ripe crop by harvest. We lowered clusters per vine and allowed for more sunlight exposure. By mid-July, temperatures finally started warming up and led to record growth in a short amount of time. Fortunately, warm summer temperatures extended into fall, helping to lengthen the growing season and allowing the grapes to continue to ripen. Harvest ended up being delayed approximately three weeks from a typical year. We gratefully did not experience any fall frost events, so the grapes had extended hang time on the vines to achieve optimal ripeness and excellent flavor development. Overall, the 2022 vintage displays ripe flavors, bountiful fruit aromas, and balanced acidity. The wines can be enjoyed in their youth, or they can cellar for many years to come.

Winemaking Notes

Sourced exclusively from our estate vineyard, we carefully select each varietal for this blend from blocks best suited to their characteristics. When crafting this wine, we aim to achieve abundant dark fruit aromas and flavors, balanced oak, and soft tannins for a harmonious, palate-pleasing profile. Harvested in late October at optimal ripeness, the grapes were sorted with an optical sorter and cold-soaked for 48 hours before fermentation with multiple yeast strains. Our extraction process was aggressive early on to capture vibrant color and flavor, then gently tapered to avoid harsh tannins, achieving a lush, balanced finish. Post-fermentation, the wine was transferred to French oak barrels and inoculated for malolactic fermentation. Following this process, the lees were stirred twice monthly for three months to enhance structure, mouthfeel, and roundness. Overall, this wine was aged for 18 months in 100% French Oak (20% new, 35% 1–3 years old, 45% neutral). This multi-varietal blend highlights each grape’s unique role, creating a fruit-forward, approachable wine perfect for any occasion.

* Produced in a Vegan Manner (No animal byproducts used in the production of this wine)

Food Pairing

Grilled Flat Iron Steak with Blue Cheese Butter
Spiced Venison with Wild Mushroom and Truffle Sauce
Barbecued Ribs
Gouda or Comte

  • Varietal Composition: 42% Merlot, 32% Syrah, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Malbec, 5% Cabernet Franc
  • Appellation: Yakima Valley
  • Cases Produced: 1,154
  • Alcohol: 14.1%
  • pH: 3.84
  • Acidity: 5.9 g/L
  • Ageability: Now through 2035, with optimal maturity around 2030.

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