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GSM among Washington’s most delicious blends

April 8, 2018 by Andy Perdue 6 Comments

Seven of Hearts 2013 GSM Plus C, Columbia Valley, $25

seven-of-hearts-gsm-plus-c-2013-bottleOne of the Pacific Northwest’s most adventuresome and skilled winemakers, Byron Dooley in Carlton, Ore., reached into two vineyards on the Washington side of the Columbia River across from Oregon — Avery and Hellsgate – for this GSM-style blend. It leads with Grenache (38%) and gets contributions from Syrah (36%) and Mourvèdre (14%), plus Cinsault (12%). The barrel program he used is focused on French oak, but just 10% new wood. Beautiful aromas of boysenberry, blueberry and California red peppercorns lead to a tasty drink that’s a bit darker with a profile of blackberry, pomegranate and baking spice. Pleasing tannins and juicy acidity are nicely integrated, leading for a long and soft finish of blueberry jam.

Rating: Excellent

Production: 347 cases

Alcohol: 14.5%

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About Andy Perdue

Andy, a former wine columnist for The Seattle Times, is a mostly retired stroke survivor. He lives in the heart of Washington wine country with his wife, Melissa, and their daughter, Niranjana.

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Comments

  1. Scott P says

    April 10, 2018 at 8:09 pm

    To not even mention Palencia wineries Casa Amirillo GSM is a travesty.

    If you haven’t had it, you must immediately.

    Reply
    • Eric Degerman says

      April 10, 2018 at 10:45 pm

      Scott,
      We agree that Victor’s 2014 GSM was indeed a stunning wine.

      https://greatnorthwestwine.com/2017/02/17/palencia-wine-co-2014-casa-amarilla-grenache-syrah-mourvedre-yakima-valley-36/

      Reply
  2. Bill says

    April 28, 2018 at 12:31 pm

    Syncline “Subduction Red” needs to be included, in part, because it has the 3 GSM + Cinsault & Carignan.
    Just starin’

    Reply
  3. Robert says

    April 30, 2018 at 9:35 am

    Covington Cellars ” MA Belle”should be included. Cinsault has been been added to the 2013 GSM blend. A most appealing wine.

    Reply
  4. Steve says

    May 3, 2018 at 1:44 pm

    W hy can’t I get midsummer’s white Columbia valley in OHio

    Reply
    • Eric Degerman says

      May 3, 2018 at 2:00 pm

      Greetings, Steve.
      Is it this Chateau Ste. Michelle wine that you are referencing?
      https://www.ste-michelle.com/our-wines/2016-limited-release-midsummers-white
      I would suggest you contact Ste. Michelle, but I believe that might be limited to the Woodinville tasting room.
      Sincerely,
      Eric

      Reply

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