House of Smith
The Creator 2021
| Denomination | N/A |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Washington (United States of America) |
| Grape varieties | 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Syrah |
| Aging | 22 months of barrel ageing on the lees in French oak barriques (65% new) |
- Blend and vintage: 2021, 75% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Syrah
- Aromatic profile: ripe cherry, orange zest, pipe tobacco
- Taste and structure: blackcurrant, roasted herbs, powerful yet harmonious tannins
- Vinification: indigenous yeasts, 51 days on the skins, co-fermentation in wood
- Ageing and serving: 22 months in French barriques (65% new); decant for 1 hour
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Creator by House of Smith is an organic red wine that precisely expresses the terroir of Washington State. This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah offers aromas of ripe cherry, orange zest and pipe tobacco on the nose. On the palate, clear notes of blackcurrant, toasted herbs and wildflowers emerge. The harmonious and powerful tannins lead to a deep sip, ideal, after about an hour of decanting, for accompanying meat-based dishes and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from the Walla Walla Valley, from vineyards situated at an altitude of 370 metres. The vines sink their roots into well-drained soils, characterised by river pebbles on the surface followed by layers of sand and silt that give purity to the fruit. The area's climate encourages early budding and the development of very small berries, ensuring uniform ripening that results in a harvest of great concentration and structural intensity.
How it is produced
The cellar process involves the exclusive use of indigenous yeasts to activate co-fermentation in wooden vats, combining whole berries and whole bunches. A prolonged maceration of fifty-one days in contact with the skins allows for the extraction of colour and phenolic texture. Finally, ageing for twenty-two months in French oak barrels, partially new, imparts roundness and aromatic complexity, fully respecting the wine's identity and freshness.
History and Curiosities
Born from one of the hottest vintages in Washington State, The Creator 2021 perfectly embodies the brilliance of Charles Smith. Thanks to an early budding in the renowned Walla Walla Valley, this gem from House of Smith expresses a concentrated fruit of rare intensity, obtained from exceptionally small berries. Produced following a strict organic and sustainable approach, this red has achieved absolute excellence, confirmed by the 97 points awarded by Robert Parker, ensuring a memorable tasting experience with unparalleled charm.
Awards
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2021
95/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2021
97/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2021
92/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1999
| Name | House of Smith The Creator 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | N/A |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Syrah |
| Country | United States of America |
| Region | Washington |
| Vendor | House of Smith |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born from one of the hottest vintages in Washington State, The Creator 2021 perfectly embodies the brilliance of Charles Smith. Thanks to an early budding in the renowned Walla Walla Valley, this gem from House of Smith expresses a concentrated fruit of rare intensity, obtained from exceptionally small berries. Produced following a strict organic and sustainable approach, this red has achieved absolute excellence, confirmed by the 97 points awarded by Robert Parker, ensuring a memorable tasting experience with unparalleled charm. |
| Origin | Walla Walla Valley |
| Climate | Hot climate |
| Soil composition | Terreni ben drenati con ciottoli di fiume e strati sottostanti di sabbia e ghiaia; sabbia profonda e limo sotto le pietre |
| Yield per hectare | 55 q/ha |
| Fermentation | 51 days on the skins |
| Production technique | Indigenous yeasts; whole-berry (70%) and whole-bunch (30%) co-fermentation in French oak tanks; 51 days on the skins; ageing in French oak barriques on the lees (65% new) |
| Wine making | Indigenous yeasts; 70% whole berry co-fermentation (Cabernet Sauvignon) and 30% whole bunch co-fermentation (Syrah) in French oak tanks; 51 days on the skins. |
| Aging | 22 months of barrel ageing on the lees in French oak barriques (65% new) |
| Total acidity | 5.9 gr/L |
| PH | 3.86 |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |