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Avennia Justine Red Blend Yakima Valley 2011

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Country:	United States
Regions:	Washington Washington (Columbia Valley)
Winery:	Avennia
Grape Types:	Grenache Syrah Mourvedre

Vintage:	2011
Bottle Size:	750 ml

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Product Description

Avennia Justine Red Blend Yakima Valley 2011 is made from 46% Grenache, 30% Mourvedre, 24% Syrah.
Vineyards: 46% Alder Ridge Grenache
30% Kiona Heart of the Hill Mourvedre
24% Angela’s Vineyard Syrah—Clone 383.
Ageing: 16 months in neutral French Oak.
Fermentation: 15% whole cluster with native yeast.

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A beguiling blend of aromas: black raspberry and mulberry at its core, with hints of jasmine, and bergamot. This uplifting nose runs counterpoint to the palate, where the Mourvedre and Syrah lend a gravitas of black fruits, grilled meat, and herbs. This complex wine finishes with a swirling vortex of dark fruits and echoes of lavender. Delicious now, yet also built and balanced for 7-10 years of age.

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The Avennia Estate
Our goal is to make wines that evoke clarity: clarity of place, clarity of type, clarity of purpose.
We believe this is best expressed by using the classic French varietals and blends, with methods passed down over generations. We work within this context to allow Washington vineyards and terroirs to distinguish themselves. Terroir is only readily appreciable in a well-formed, harmonious wine. Structure is the backbone from which beauty can radiate.

Avennia is inspired by the Roman name for the city of Avignon, and signifies for us the heart of Old World winemaking. Our wines are designed to tease rather than flaunt; pique interest, not beg for attention. They stand for elegance, delicacy, purity. Our wines are made to enhance conversation, not dominate it, and will be a welcome guest at the table

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