While the label serves as an homage to co-owner Blain Roberts, depicting him during his days as a competitive surfer, the juice inside the bottle is a tribute to Elephant Mountain Vineyard — the source of four of Westport’s seven Platinums in 2022. It’s both complex and hedonistic with its waves of macerated cherries, plum and vanilla bourbon, joined by pleasing herbal touches of green peppercorns and tobacco. Qualifying award: Bellingham NW (double gold)
Rating: Platinum • 93 points
Production: 200 cases
Alcohol: 14%
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