The winery is named for an astronomer’s term referring to the lining up of celestial bodies, and Zach Brettler’s winemaking approach with Malbec (44%), Tempranillo (44%) and Cabernet Sauvignon from vineyards such as Conner Lee, Sagemoor and Seven Hill’s Stone Valley block achieves symmetry. The nose of dark plum and blackberry also gives off notes of dusty minerality, cocoa and black pepper. There’s a sense of boldness from flavors of black fruit and huckleberry, which also pick up vanilla extract, fresh-baked brownie and sage. Its tannins are balanced, and the finish is out of this world. It merited a silver medal at the Walla Walla Valley Wine Competition, and look for the winery on Boeing Avenue at the Walla Walla airport complex.
Rating: Excellent
Production: 215 cases
Alcohol: 14.5%
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