Force Majeure - Parabellum 'Coulée' 2021

"Force Majeure is an premium winery located in the Walla Walla Valley, specializing in estate-grown, single-vineyard Bordeaux and Rhône-inspired wines. The wines are meticulously crafted by former Bryant Family Vineyard Winemaker, Todd Alexander. From its inception, Force Majeure has been defined by unwavering commitment to outstanding viticulture and exemplary winemaking. The original estate vineyard is in the famous Red Mountain AVA, while two new vineyard sites have been added over the past couple of years in the Walla Walla Valley.

This Syrah dominant wine was stored in 35% new French oak before bottling. 

"Based on 75% Syrah, 15% Mourvèdre, and the rest Cinsault and Counoise, the 2021 Parabellum Couleé sports a deep ruby/plum hue to go with rocking levels of red and black fruits as well as peppery herbs, violets, and some meaty, spicy background nuances. It might go undetected in a blind lineup of top Hermitage. It benefits from air and will evolve for 10-15 years in cold cellars." - 95 Points, Jeb Dunnuck

"Coulée, you are one fine wine. This Syrah-driven blend launches with black cherry, dark chocolate and Thai basil aromas, not to mention the scent of fresh rain. A crisp, clean mouthfeel is home to Bing cherry, orange and clove flavors. The Coulée's tannins are silky, and its acidity, frisky." - 94 Points, Wine Enthusiast

"A whiff of balsamic spice combines with crushed blackberries and menthol as the 2021 PARABELLUM Couleé smolders in the glass. Silken and deeply textural, this splashes across the palate with masses of ripe black fruits complemented by dark chocolate and clove. Sweet tannins frame the finish, as notes of cocoa and black raspberry fade slowly. This is a tremendous value for Force Majeure fruit and winemaking." - 93 Points, Vinous

Producer: Force Majeure

Country: USA

Region: Washington

Varietal: Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre

Appellation: Red Mountain

Vintage: 2021

Size: 750ml