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Matthews strives to produce wines that show the incredible diversity of Washington State. From our classic Cabernet Sauvignon driven reds, to our revered Sauvignon Blanc.

2002 Columbia Valley Syrah

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Philosophy

As is the case in every wine region throughout the world, you are almost expected to make the varietal that makes your local region so unique. Syrah is Washington's unique varietal, putting all other regions producing this varietal second to the range of styles and quality that is produced here.

Winemaking

Aged in once used French oak for 14 months before bottling unfined and unfiltered.

Winemaker's Tasting Notes

A dark wine with black fruit and blueberry. Firm structure and a great finish.

  • Varietal Composition 98% Syrah 2% Viogner
  • T.A. 0.71g/100mL
  • pH 3.72
  • Alcohol 13.9%
  • Time in Barrel 14 Months
  • Vineyards Hedges Bel'Villa
  • Cases Produced 180
  • Suggested Retail Price $50
  • Drinkability Now-2010

From the Critics

 Wine & Spirits, October 2005
2002 Hedges Estate Vineyard Syrah

This powerful, tesing impresses with its length and hard-textured density even as it remains clean and gripping. The wine leads with briary blackberry fruit, but then it's a black hole, blending light and pulling the fruit to the bottom of the glass. Don't even think of drinking this now. Wait four years, then uncork for entrecote. 125 cases made.

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