2018 Three Rivers Trivulet Red, Wahluke Slope
91 Points - Anthony Dias Blue
The 2018 Trivulet
aromatics are a luxurious blend of fresh raspberries, red currants and delicate floral. On the palate, vibrant juicy flavors are accented with hints of fresh minerality that lead to a bright, mouthwatering finish.
Winemaker Notes
We really like to blend, but coming up with a name can be tricky. To stay with the river theme, we found the word “Rivulet” (a very small stream).
This word would have been perfect, but it was taken by another name
seeker. So undeterred, we added a “T” and created our own word, “Trivulet”, pronounced with French flair, like beret.
Composition
50% Weinbau Vineyard Cabernet Franc, 50% Weinbau Vineyard Merlot
Wine Specs
Vintage
2018
Varietal
Red Blends
Appellation
Wahluke Slope
Vineyard Designation
Weinbau Vineyard
Acid
5.6 g/l
pH
3.68
Aging
17 months in 40% new French oak
Bottling Date
March 16, 2020
Alcohol %
13.9
Vineyard Notes
A mild wet winter led to a cool wet spring. With bud break at a near normal pace we headed into June with yet more rain. July and August
really heated up with temperatures over 100°F and smoky skies. September revealed ideal conditions for a beautiful uneventful harvest.