Double Gold, 2025 Pacific NW Wine Competition
Gold, 2025 Cascadia Wine Competition
 

Harvest and Production

Ai Syrah brings together two distinctive vineyard sources from the Snake River Valley — Skyline and Bennett. 95% of the fruit was machine-harvested from Skyline for intensity and structure, while 5% came hand-picked from Bennett to add nuance and texture.

Fermentation used a mix of wild and conventional yeasts, with 14 to 21 days of skin contact to build richness and depth. The wine aged in a restrained oak program — a quarter new barrels overall — combining 15% new Pennsylvania oak (medium-plus toast) with second- and third-fill French oak for balance and subtle spice.

Cases: 110

Tasting Notes

Dense yet refined, Ai opens with dark chocolate, blackberry, and roasted pecan, framed by hints of clove and dried herbs. The palate carries both power and polish — rich fruit met by structured tannins and savory spice. A long, balanced finish shows Syrah’s classic depth without heaviness.