The Butterfields devote much of their efforts to fruit from Sagemoor properties and those owned by the Williams family of Kiona fame on Red Mountain. Here, they’ve blended Syrah (50%), Mourvèdre (25%) and Malbec from Gamache and Heart of the Hill into a serious wine they’ve named for the yellow-bellied marmots ubiquitous to those living in Spokane. There is cured meat, savory spices and purple fruit from the Syrah, earthiness from the Mourvèdre and juicy plum structure via the Malbec — a combination that creates a long and velvety finish. Qualifying award: Great Northwest Invitational (gold)
Rating: Platinum • 93 points
Production: 183 cases
Alcohol: 15.2%
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