Two vintages in and the kind words continue to pour in for Big Believer Cabernet
91 Points, Tasting Panel – Big Believer Cabernet 2020
91 Points, Wine Enthusiast – Big Believer Cabernet 2019
90 Points, Tasting Panel – Big Believer Cabernet 2019
Two vintages in and the kind words continue to pour in for Big Believer Cabernet
91 Points, Tasting Panel – Big Believer Cabernet 2020
91 Points, Wine Enthusiast – Big Believer Cabernet 2019
90 Points, Tasting Panel – Big Believer Cabernet 2019
varietal: Syrah
appellation: Columbia Valley, Washington
vintage: NV
alcohol: 12%
ta:8.1 g/L
ph:3.32
Winemaker Notes: Optimal blending of Syrah Rosé picked from cooler vineyards in Columbia Valley produced this stunner of a Rosé with just the right balance of sweetness and acidity.
Tasting Notes: Enticing notes of strawberry rhubarb crumble and refreshing lemon zest harmonized with an elegant-sized bubble and a balanced finish.
Acclaim: 91 Points – Wine Enthusiast
varietal: Chardonnay
appellation: NV
vintage: NV
alcohol: 12%
ta:8.2 g/L
ph:3.3
Winemaker Notes: Chardonnay grown and harvested at optimal sugar for classic Sparkling Brut production.
Tasting Notes: Beautiful small bubbles, notes of crisp green apple & Meyer lemon, wrapped up in warm toasty flavors of fresh baked brioche with a crisp finish.
Acclaim:
92 Points – Tasting Panel
89 Points – Wine Enthusiast
90 Points – Wine Reviews Online
varietal: 37% Cabernet Franc, 32% Syrah, 22% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Sauvignon
appellation: Columbia Valley
vintage: 2021
alcohol: 14.5%
ta:5.2 g/L
ph:3.84
Tasting Notes: A beautifully aromatic red with notes of raspberry, sweet pepper and pencil lead. Scrumptious flavors of dried cherries and delicate notes of violets bring this wine together with well balanced medium tannins and a dry finish. Rich aromatic and fruit-forward, this juicy red blend pairs perfectly with roast lamb with a rosemary and apricot glaze.
Winemaker Notes: The 2021 vintage in the Columbia Valley was shaped by record heat, leading to reduced berry and cluster size. Neutral oak was used to showcase the delicate aromatics already present in this wine.
Barrel Program: 15 months in a combination of 20% new and 80% used French oak barrels
Acclaim: (vintage not yet rated)
varietal: 100% Pinot Gris
appellation: Washington ─ Oregon
vintage: 2022
alcohol: 13.5%
ta:5.6 g/L
ph:3.29
Winemaker Notes: All grapes used in this blend were harvested at night during the coolest part of the day when the skins are at their most firm. The grapes were then gently pressed early in the morning. The resulting juice was taken to tank, settled until clear, and transferred off the solids into a separate tank to begin a long, cool fermentation. After fermentation, the wine rested on its lees in 100% Stainless. After six months, the wines were blended and bottled.
Tasting Notes: A deliciously dry, crisp Pinot Gris. Fresh aromas of lemon zest, pear and stone fruit, followed by flavors of peach and green apple. A sturdy acid backbone with lovely mineral notes makes this easy to enjoy on its own or with any seafood, veggie, or light pasta dish.
Fermentation: 100% Stainless Steel
Acclaim:
91 Points – Tasting Panel
varietal: 100% Syrah
appellation: Columbia Valley, Washington
vintage: 2022
alcohol: 12.5%
ta:5.4 g/L
ph:3.32
Winemaker Notes: Grapes were picked for rosé when sugars were still quite low (approximately 21 Brix). The berries were gently crushed and allowed to rest on the skins for several hours. After just enough contact to capture a bright salmon color, we pressed them off the skins. The juice was then fermented slowly at very cool temperatures to protect the delicate aromas.
Tasting Notes: This Rosé is bursting with fresh grapefruit aromas and flavors. Bright acidity and mineral notes, hints of blood orange, cranberries, geranium, and a crisp balanced finish.
Fermentation: 100% Stainless Steel
Acclaim:
91 Points – Wine Enthusiast Best Buy
varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
appellation: Oregon
vintage: 2022
alcohol: 13.5%
ta:5.3 g/L
ph:3.71
Tasting Notes: Inviting aromas of ripe Marionberry and cherry with a subtle note of baking spices. Rich flavors of blackberry cobbler are layered with accents of black tea, violets and a touch of savory herbs. A fresh acidity provides structure and balance through the lingering finish.
Winemaker Notes: We hand-selected lots from several sources throughout Oregon’s cooler wine-growing regions including 5% from the historic Hy land Vineyard in McMinnville, and 3% from Dundee Hills. After crush, we cold-fermented in open-top vats using hand punch downs and then aged for 10 months in 20% new French oak.
Acclaim:
91 Points James Suckling
varietal: Pinot Noir (Clones: Coury, Pommard and Dijon 115 & 777)
appellation: McMinnville, Willamette Valley, OR
vintage: 2021
alcohol: 13.5%
ta:6.7 g/L
ph:3.52
Winemaker Notes: Just north of the Van Duzer Corridor, nestled in the foothills of Oregon’s Coast Range, the gentle slopping bench of Hyland Vineyard is in a uniquely isolated spot. The site benefits from cooler average temperatures in the summer and warmer average temperatures in the winter allowing for a longer and more uniform ripening period. Planted in 1971 by Pinot pioneers Charles Coury and Dick Erath, the vineyard consists of 185 planted acres on 95% Jory volcanic soils in the McMinnville AVA. The elevation is between 600’ – 850’.
Tasting Notes: Aromas of ripe Italian plums perfumed by notes of violets, ripe red cherries, and a subtle hint of soft leather, backed by velvety tannins and a touch of minerality.
Barrel Program: 12 months 50% Neutral French, 50% New French. With each clone aged separately before final blending.
Acclaim: 92 Points – James Suckling
varietal: 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Syrah, 4% Cabernet Franc, 4% Merlot
appellation: Columbia Valley
vintage: 2021
alcohol: 13.5%
ta:5.5 g/L
ph:3.88
Winemaker Notes:15 months in a combination of 20% new and 80% used French oak barrels
Tasting Notes: This bold Cabernet begins with aromas of blackberry, vanilla and coffee, followed by layered flavors of black cherry, dark plum and sweet spices. Structured by fine, firm tannins and well-integrated acidity, and a balanced finish. We love to pair this food-friendly wine with grilled beef or portabella mushroom dishes.
Acclaim: 91 Points – Tasting Panel (2020)
