2020 Camaspelo Bordeaux Blend, Cayuse Vineyards, Walla Walla Valley, Washington, USA

Cayuse Vineyards is one of the leading wine producers in Washington State, owned and run by Frenchman Cristophe Baron. Cayuse's single vineyard Syrahs have become incredibly sought after and are compared with the finest wines from the Northern Rhone. Christophe Baron grew up among the vineyards and cellars of his family's centuries-old Champagne house, Baron Albert and became the first Frenchman to establish an estate domaine in Washington State. While visiting the Walla Walla Valley in 1996, Christophe spotted a plot of land that had been plowed up to reveal acres of softball-sized stones. He became ridiculously excited. This stony soil, this terroir, reminded him of vineyards he had visited in France and Spain. The difficult ground would stress the grapevines, making them produce more mature, concentrated fruit. Christophe Baron had found a new home. The majority of the vineyard is planted with Syrah, and the rest dedicated to Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Merlot, Tempranillo and Viognier. All of the vineyards are planted in rocky earth within the Walla Walla Valley appellation. Cayuse is also the first domaine in Walla Walla to farm using biodynamic methods.

Located in Washington State, USA and extending into Oregon, Walla Walla Valley is a prestigious wine region with a history dating back to the mid-19th century. It is renowned for exceptional red wines like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah, as well as high-quality Chardonnay and Riesling. The valley’s semi-arid climate and diverse soils create a perfect environment for grape cultivation, resulting in balanced and vibrant wines.