Upsidedown Equus Reserve 2021

Drink it now or cellar for up to 15 years. It is recommended to decant it for an hour. Established in 2015 in Washington state by husband-and-wife team Seth and Aubrey Kitzke, Upsidedown is a young winery specializing in Rhône varietals, producing a good range of limited-quantity wines from the Red Mountain area. Equus Reserve is a red blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, approximately 3/4 and 1/4, respectively. The grapes are carefully selected from the high-elevation Equus vineyard, located above the alluvial plains on soils composed of ancient riverbed stones and clay. The vines enjoy an altitude of approximately 430-450 meters, with cool temperatures but excellent southern exposure. These conditions favor slow ripening of the grapes and the production of fresh, balanced wines with well-developed aromatics. In the glass, the wine reveals a dense, deep color with purplish hues. Its aromatic profile is broad and expressive, with notes of blackberry and blackcurrant, followed by herbaceous notes and a touch of chocolate. On the palate, it is soft and full-bodied, elegant and harmonious, with firm, well-integrated tannins and a subtle hint of acidity that refreshes the palate. It is concentrated and smooth, with a long, complex finish. Try it with a hearty red meat or game stew.