Lightwell Survey Strange Collapse Rosé 2021 (750ml) Syrah

Lightwell Survey Strange Collapse Rosé 2021 (750ml) SyrahA blend of 49% Vidal blanc, 31% Petit Manseng, 8% Chambourcin, 8% Noiret, and 4% Traminette. Right off the bat the sunrise starburst color tells us this is something different. Not as dark a heart as last years but still solidly unique. The nose is more subtle this year as well. Thats no complaint. The fresh strawberry and watermelon rind are ever present and appealing. The subtlety continues in the glass as well. The soft river stone wetness make for

Bright bramble and red cherry aromas

drawing volcanic-soil fruit from Distraction

Best after 2025

This vintage will pair with rich fish

the sort of profile you might expect in a better vintage than this

This Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine is really complex

Smells bright

and a touch of white pepper

golden in color

The fruit concedes to a stony accent on the finish

oak and a nearly floral side that defies description

Additionally we also saw some heavy rains in the early spring keeping the viticulture team on their toes