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Long Shadows Sequel Syrah
Long Shadows Vintners
United States - Washington - Columbia Valley

After 16 years as winemaker for Australia's iconic Penfolds Grange, John Duval came to the Columbia Valley in 2003 as the "sequel" to his life's work with Syrah.

The Sequel Syrah has a dark, garnet color with enticing aromas of black fruits, sweet spice, fresh espresso and roasted meats. Expressive on the palate, this is a complex and layered wine with vibrant flavors of ripe figs, wild blackberries and a hint of olive tapenade that linger on the finish.

Specifications
Appellation
Columbia Valley
Wine Type
Red
Varietal(s)
93% Syrah, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon (2016)
Vinification
Syrah’s delicate skin requires gentle handling to avoid harsh tannins so a variety of gentle fermentation techniques are used to give Sequel a wide spectrum of flavors without imparting bitterness. One-third of the grapes were whole-cluster fermented to enhance richness and dimension on the palate. Several lots underwent an Australian technique known as “rack and return” that requires draining the tank twice daily and gently putting the juice back over the top of the skins to extract color, soft tannins and aromatics. A small portion of the grapes underwent submerged cap fermentation for structure and mouthfeel. The finished wine was aged 18 months in French oak barrels, 65% new.

Reviews and News

2018 Long Shadows Sequel Syrah - 97 PTS - JD

2018 Long Shadows Sequel Syrah - 97 PTS - JD

jeb dunnuck logo 250"Loads of black fruits, smoked game, liquid violets, and cracked pepper notes emerge from the 2018 Syrah Sequel, which has gorgeous Syrah wildness and gaminess, full-bodied richness, a pure, elegant, seamless texture, ultra-fine tannins, and a great finish. Count me impressed. You could safely put this up with the best Syrah coming out of Washington and California."

- James Dunnuck (May 2021), 97 pts

2018 Long Shadows Sequel Syrah - 94 PTS - JS
2017 Long Shadows Sequel Syrah - 93+ PTS - JD
2017 Long Shadows Sequel Syrah - 93 PTS - VINOUS
2016 Long Shadows Sequel Syrah - 93 PTS - JS
2016 Long Shadows Sequel Syrah - 93 PTS - JD
2016 Long Shadows Sequel Syrah - 92 PTS - VINOUS
2014 Long Shadows Sequel Syrah - 95 PTS - IWRep
2014 Long Shadows Sequel Syrah - 94 PTS - WA
2013 Long Shadows Sequel Syrah - 93 PTS - VINOUS
2013 Long Shadows Sequel Syrah - 91-93 PTS - WA
2012 Long Shadows Sequel Syrah - 93+ PTS - VINOUS
2010 Long Shadows Sequel Syrah - 93 PTS - WE

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Long Shadows Vintners is a collection of elite Washington State wineries comprised of internationally acclaimed winemakers from major wine regions around the world. Founded by Washington wine pioneer Allen Shoup ...
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