Brian Carter Cellars 2013 Byzance Red (Columbia Valley (WA))

Country: US / Byzance
Variety: Rhône-style Red Blend Washington
Winery: Brian Carter Cellars / Columbia Valley (WA)

This wine is a blend of Grenache (53%), Syrah (22%), Mourvèdre (17%), Counoise (5%) and Cinsault. Smoke, char and black pepper aromas are predominant along with notes of tire rubber, white pepper and red fruit. The red-fruit flavors are lighter in style, showing a pretty sense of styling.