Blend of 60% Syrah and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon.
The 2016 Doyenne opens with aromas of classic black fruits—blackberry, crème de cassis and dusty black plum. While it is the Cabernet that provides the juicy structure for this medium to full-bodied blend, the Syrah adds a spicy and mineral essence on the palate. Soft, dusty purple flowers flutter in as the wine sits in the mouth, revealing a balanced structure with good acidity and supporting tannins. The Doyenne ends with a focused and lingering finish with soft oak spice. Only 950 cases made. Wine Advocate – 92
Brand
DeLille
DeLille Cellars is a boutique artisan winery located in Woodinville, Washington. The winery was founded in 1992 by Charles and Greg Lill, Jay Soloff, and celebrated winemaker Chris Upchurch. DeLille Cellars pioneered Bordeaux-style blends from Washington State, and has maintained a tradition of quality and excellence with over 180 wines scored 90+ (across 25 vintages) from leading publications such as Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, Vinous/Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar, and Wine Enthusiast. The winery focuses on the Red Mountain AVA and grape sourcing from Washington's leading Grand Cru vineyards, including Ciel du Cheval, Grand Ciel, Upchurch, Red Willow, Sagemoor, Klipsun, Boushey and Harrison Hill. DeLille Cellars was named the “Lafite Rothschild of Washington State” and a 5-star/outstanding producer, the same designation awarded Cheval Blanc and Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, by Robert Parker.
