2023 SISTER FROM ANOTHER MISTER - $28
Following the creation of Brother From Another Mother, we simply couldn't resist bringing forth a Sister From Another Mister into the world. And while many people encouraged us to make a delicate pink wine or a crisp white blend for the Sister, we wanted to go for power. We both love Sangiovese and Syrah, so we thought it would be a fun blend opportunity, ala a Super Tuscan (Super Sister, anyone?).
This wine of America is really a wine of the Pacific Northwest, and most specifically, a wine of the Columbia River Gorge. It is made from Syrah grapes grown on the steep mountain slopes of Mt. Hood and Sangiovese grapes grown along the Columbia River. This wine high fives hearty dishes. Think braised or grilled beef and lamb, pappardelle pasta smothered in pork ragout, bistro smash burgers, mushroom risotto, and robust ratatouille or ribollita. Seafood, with the right sauce, pairs great too. And you can always rely on the classic match of bold red wine and aged cheeses. All this said, we find the wine delicious as a standalone drinking experience. It has a powerful character but enough restraint to not cross the line into opulence.
Aromas of red cherry, leather, rosemary, cracked pepper, olives, black currant, and hints of wild herbs, followed by flavors of black cherry, fig, red currant, fresh picked berries, sage, and earthy undertones. This wine is a true testament to the beauty and power of the Pacific Northwest.