
Of his 25 career Platinums from Great Northwest Wine, five of those earned by Rick Wasem have been in the past seven years for GSM Rhône blends, including this formulation of Grenache 50%, Syrah 30% and Mourvèdre. This example by the Clarkston, Wash., producer offers delicate aromas of blackberry, cranberry and tomato leaf, followed by a rich reward of black currant, blackberry, vanilla, clove and toasted walnut. The long and smooth ride also brings in a lick of caramelized strawberry. Wasem’s work with GSM also is on display in Washington State University’s limited Cougar IX bottling, which can be found at select Tacoma Boys Markets. Qualifying awards: Critics Challenge (best of class/gold)
Rating: Platinum • 91 points
Production: 220 cases
Alcohol: 14.6%
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