2021 Preposterous Malbec
Tasting notes
Malbec: preposterously luxuriant: this is an American wine: immediately gratifying, big and bold: ever so slightly unconcerned about historical context: hell bent for leather, as they say. Supple, silky, but firmly structured. “Guilty pleasure this wine is.” - Yoda
Food Pairing: Garlic honey smoked duck or Roasted crimini mushrooms wtih Maytag blue cheese.
Movie Pairing: Apocalypse Now
FOUNDERS' NOTES:
Preposterous was launched in 2009, a complete shot in the dark. Malbec is a strange thin-skinned on the outside, neon green eyeball on the inside kind of grape that goes black in the fermenter on day three of the fermentation. Kind of odd. Wine Spectator 94 point 2010 vintage is still the highest scoring malbec in Washington State history. Preposterous.
| Download Wine Notes |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Varietal | Malbec |
| Varietal Composition | 85% Malbec,
15% Syrah |
| Appellation | Red Mountain |
| Vineyard | Klipsun MB 40%, Sagemoor MB 45%, Discovery SY 15% |
| Acid | 0.57 g/100 mL |
| PH | 3.91 |
| Aging | Aged in 15% new French oak.Bottled at 18 months post cross flow filtration 7/23. |
| Fermentation | Maximum temp. 91° F. |
| Residual Sugar | 0.01 g/100 mL |
| Alcohol | 14.50% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Bottling Date | 06/30/2023 |
| Cases Produced | 311 |
| Country of Origin | UNITED STATES |
| State of Origin | Washington |
| Artificially Carbonated | No |
| Sparkling Wine | No |
"The 2021 ‘Preposterous’ is mainly Malbec with 15% Syrah blended in. Stored in only 15% new French oak barrels, this delivers beautiful black florals that combine with cocoa powder, fresh thyme and suggestions of creme de violette. The palate is fresh and beautifully textured with a smooth mouthfeel. Medium to full-bodied and delicious, enjoy now and over the next eight to ten years. Drink 2025-2033"
93 points Owen Bargreen
