{"title":"DeLille Cellars Doyenne","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"delille-cellars-doyenne-syrah","title":"DeLille Cellars Doyenne Syrah","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeLille Cellars Doyenne Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Provence-inspired, Syrah-dominant red blend from Red Mountain, Washington, bottled at 14.5% ABV (750ml). The 2019 vintage earned 94 points from \u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e critic Sean P. Sullivan, and the wine has scored between 91 and 94 points across major publications including \u003cem\u003eWine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eVinous\u003c\/em\u003e. Modeled after the celebrated reds of Aix-en-Provence, this remains one of Washington State's most distinctive Rhône-style bottlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 14.5%  |  Origin: Red Mountain, Columbia Valley, Washington  |  Syrah-Dominant Blend  |  Winery: DeLille Cellars, Woodinville, WA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeLille Cellars launched the Doyenne line with its first commercial vintage in 2003, after Executive Winemaker Chris Upchurch originally created the blend for his own wedding in 2001, drawing direct inspiration from the wines of Aix-en-Provence—particularly Domaine de Trévallon. The fruit is sourced primarily from the Red Mountain AVA and blended with Cabernet Sauvignon (and, in certain vintages such as 2021, Grenache). Grapes undergo a 24–36-hour cold soak before fermenting 12–16 days on skins with partial native yeast, then aging 20 months in 100% French oak barrels, 40% of which are new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark and brooding on first approach, with layers of boysenberry, violet, and exotic spice. Secondary notes of graphite, anise, and wood smoke emerge as the wine opens in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is rich and full-bodied, with luscious blackberry and raspberry fruit that builds through the mid-palate. Pomegranate, cassis, and espresso flavors develop alongside savory accents of black pepper, tapenade, and garrigue. The structure is firm yet seamless, with ripe tannins holding everything in balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and layered, with lingering cocoa, smoked pepper, and dried cranberry. French oak cooperage contributes subtle nutmeg and caraway on the fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Serve Doyenne Syrah\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe at 60–65°F in a large-bowled glass to let the aromatic complexity fully unfold. Decanting for 30–60 minutes opens the brooding dark fruit and savory layers considerably. This wine also rewards patient cellaring; well-stored bottles should develop additional complexity over 8–12 years from vintage, as the firm tannin structure and concentrated Red Mountain fruit provide a solid foundation for evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a serious Washington wine collector or Rhône enthusiast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenterpiece pour at a dinner featuring grilled or braised lamb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellaring for long-term development and future special occasions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing Rhône-style drinkers to Red Mountain AVA terroir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Doyenne Syrah taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Doyenne Syrah is full-bodied and richly layered, with dominant flavors of boysenberry, blackberry, and cassis complemented by espresso, black pepper, and garrigue. The wine balances luscious dark fruit with savory, almost meaty complexity and a long cocoa-tinged finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Doyenne Syrah compare to Domaine de Trévallon?\u003c\/strong\u003e DeLille Cellars has acknowledged that Doyenne is modeled after the Provence reds of Domaine de Trévallon, sharing a similar Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon blend structure. Where Trévallon leans toward Provençal herbs and limestone minerality, Doyenne brings the riper, more concentrated dark fruit characteristic of Red Mountain's warmer climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Doyenne Syrah good for cellaring?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes—the combination of firm tannic structure, 20 months of French oak aging, and concentrated Red Mountain fruit gives Doyenne Syrah strong aging potential. Well-stored bottles should evolve gracefully over a decade or more from vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Doyenne Syrah made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Doyenne Syrah is produced by DeLille Cellars, headquartered in Woodinville, Washington. The fruit is sourced primarily from the Red Mountain AVA within the larger Columbia Valley, one of Washington's warmest and most acclaimed grape-growing appellations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Doyenne Syrah?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled lamb chops highlight the wine's peppery, herbal character. Braised short ribs mirror its savory depth and richness. Aged Gruyère or Comté complements the smoky oak notes. Olive tapenade and charcuterie echo the Provençal inspiration. Dark chocolate desserts work alongside the espresso and cocoa tones on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Doyenne Syrah come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e DeLille Cellars Doyenne Syrah is available in the standard 750ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Doyenne Syrah worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Doyenne Syrah positions as a premium Washington red, and its consistent critical scores of 91–94 points across \u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eWine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eVinous\u003c\/em\u003e place it among the state's top-tier Syrah-based bottlings. For drinkers seeking a Rhône-inspired blend with genuine complexity and cellaring potential, it represents strong value within its premium price tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Doyenne Syrah?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew Washington wines trace their origin to a winemaker's wedding, but Chris Upchurch's Provence-inspired creation has evolved into one of the state's most compelling Rhône-style reds since its first commercial vintage in 2003. The 20-month aging program in 100% French oak—40% new—adds structural refinement without masking the vivid Red Mountain fruit. With the 2019 vintage earning 94 points from \u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e and the 2013 scoring 93 from both \u003cem\u003eWine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eVinous\u003c\/em\u003e, Doyenne has proven its consistency across two decades of production. This is a wine built around a specific vision—Provençal elegance filtered through Washington's most powerful terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DeLille Cellars Doyenne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837400477865,"sku":"22277","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/DeLille-Cellars-Doyenne-Syrah__91585.jpg?v=1730481005"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/delille-cellars-doyenne.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}