Rating 90
Style Red
Blend , Cinsault, Mourvèdre, Counoise, Syrah / Shiraz
Vintage 2021
Appellation
Washington
USA
ABV 14.5%
Price $58.00  Buy This Wine
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Review Updated 2024-02-29

Perfect For

Dinner Parties, Dinner With The Parents, Steak Dinner

Drink If You Like

Grenache, Mourvèdre , Syrah / Shiraz

Cairdeas Winery 'Caisléan an Pápa' Boushey Vineyard Red 2021 Review

Cairdeas is an ancient Gaelic word meaning friendship, goodwill, or alliance. It’s pronounced Cardis and owners Lacey and Charlie Lybecker not only chose this as their company name but embraced the concept in their approach to wine. They focus on Rhône varieties in the Lake Chelan district of Washington state while supporting the community and have a beautiful tasting room in downtown Seattle. This red blend shows their skill with it's great balance. The nose is earthy, with brambly berry fruit. The palate is soft and viscous with good acidity to lift the plush fruit.

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Cairdeas Winery 'Caisléan an Pápa' Boushey Vineyard Red 2021
Cairdeas is an ancient Gaelic word meaning friendship, goodwill, or alliance. It’s pronounced Cardis and owners Lacey and Charlie Lybecker not only chose this as their company name but embraced the concept in their approach to wine. They focus on Rhône varieties in the Lake Chelan district of Washington state while supporting the community and have a beautiful tasting room in downtown Seattle. This red blend shows their skill with it's great balance. The nose is earthy, with brambly berry fruit. The palate is soft and viscous with good acidity to lift the plush fruit.

Reviewed On: 02-26-2024
90
POINTS
Cairdeas Winery 'Caisléan an Pápa' Boushey Vineyard Red 2021
Cairdeas is an ancient Gaelic word meaning friendship, goodwill, or alliance. It’s pronounced Cardis and owners Lacey and Charlie Lybecker not only chose this as their company name but embraced the concept in their approach to wine. They focus on Rhône varieties in the Lake Chelan district of Washington state while supporting the community and have a beautiful tasting room in downtown Seattle. This red blend shows their skill with it's great balance. The nose is earthy, with brambly berry fruit. The palate is soft and viscous with good acidity to lift the plush fruit.

Reviewed On: 02-26-2024