McCarthy & Shiering June '09 Guide
"Rôtie Cellars, located in Walla Walla, has a motto to create old-world wines from new-world grapes in a small artisanal winery. The Northern and Southern blends are top-notch new releases from Washington."
Rôtie Cellars, located in Walla Walla, has a motto to create old-world wines from new-world grapes in a small artisanal winery that will never make more than 1,000 cases.
Their first wine is the 2007 Rôtie Cellars Syrah/Viognier that emulates the style of a Northern Rhône red. It has a bold, dark berry nose with minerals and floral elements. On the palate, it has flavors of boysenberry and licorice with hints of tobacco and bittersweet chocolate.
Their 2007 Rôtie Cellars Grenache/Syrah/Mouvèdre is a blend of 55% Grenache, 35% Syrah, and 10% Mourvedre that focuses more on red fruits, raspberry and cherry, with mocha and spice notes. It too has an element of minerality, with a bright long finish.
These are top-notch new releases from Washington.