2021 Jolie Bouche Syrah

Jolie Bouche translates from French to pretty mouth named for its smooth mouthfeel.

“Jolie Bouche” translates from French to “pretty mouth” – named for its smooth mouthfeel. 

WINEMAKING NOTES

100% Estate Syrah, Phelps Clone

Jolie Bouche is fermented in concrete and left on stems and skins for thirty days. Foot-crushed and fermented with 100% whole clusters, this approach enhances the expression of our Oldfield Estate Vineyard's remarkable terroir. 

TASTING NOTES

This 2021 Jolie Bouche is a standout vintage, boasting a rich nose of big, ripe fruits, and plums that allude to its aging potential. It delivers a substantial, meaty mouthfeel that pairs beautifully with red meat and rich, hearty dishes. The warmth and minerality of our Oldfield Estate Vineyard is prominent in the long, expressive finish. The inclusion of crushed stems and the influence of concrete fermentation adds layers of complexity, resulting in a robust and memorable Syrah.

VINEYARD

Oldfield Vineyard stands out as one of our most unique Estates. Located at a remarkable elevation of 1,400 feet within the Yakima Valley AVA, its soils rest above the Missoula Flood Plain, meaning they are entirely indigenous and ancient. This rocky terrain, combined with a consistently warm climate, yields a wine that is both beautifully nuanced and robustly powerful.