Today it is my pleasure to share one of the outstanding value producers in the Walla Walla Valley. Tranche consistently offers a stellar lineup of wines sourced from their estate Blue Mounts Vineyard. They produce a brilliant range of wines from their higher elevation site that has a host of varietals planted — everything from Cabernet Franc to Mourvedre.
Tasting the new lineup last Friday with the winemaking team I was incredibly impressed with the overall quality of the wines. This is the finest overall lineup I have yet tasted from Tranche.
Don’t miss out on the bright and neatly textured 2023 Tranche ‘Pink Pape’ Rose (OB, 92) which is juicy and delicious, packed with loads of bright acidity. I love the new 2021 Tranche ‘Pape’ Red Wine (OB, 95) which is arguably the finest edition of this wine yet. Learn more about these beautiful wines athttps://www.tranche.wine Here are the awesome new wines by Tranche.
2023 Tranche ‘Pink Pape’ Rose- Made from a combination of Mourvèdre, Grenache, Counoise and Cinsault, this was aged in stainless steel for only 3 months before bottling. Very fresh, this shows plenty of verve and a soft texture alongside pretty red rose water, orange peel, red raspberry and pomegranate notes on the palate. Drink 2024-2030- 92
2021 Tranche ‘Pape Blanc’ White Wine- The outstanding 2021 Tranche ‘Pape Blanc’ White Wines combines Roussane (36%) with the remainder Picpoul, Clarirette Blanche, Grenache Blanc, Viognier and Marsanne. Stored in only 10% new French oak this shows hazelnut and melon tones on the nose nutmeg drenched brioche and suggestions of ripe peach. This has beautiful body and richness with good verve. Drink 2024-2034- 94
2021 Tranche ‘Pape’ Red Wine- This wine is 100% sourced from their estate Blue Mountain Vineyard. The wine combines Grenache (50%) with Mourvèdre (43%) and a touch of Mourvèdre and Cinsault. Stored in all neutral puncheons, this offers beautiful red rose petals alongside citrus peel, tobacco and shades of wet stone. The palate is rich and beautifully textured with loads of mouth-watering acidity. This is drinking marvelously right now. Drink 2024-236- 95
2021 Tranche Syrah- This 2021 Syrah has 2% Viognier blended in. Coming from the Blue Mountain Vineyard, this offers venison drippings, blueberry compote, anise and Asian spices. The palate is very juicy and rich with good viscosity and tension. Showing loads of black and blue fruits, this is a beautiful edition of this wine that has a long way to go. Drink 2024-2036- 95
2021 Tranche Cabernet Franc- The 2021 Cabernet Franc was stored for 22 months in 40% new French oak before bottling. Dried sage and black currants mark the nose alongside violets. The palace is dense and rich with layers of roasted dates, creme de violette, tar and tobacco leaf. Full-bodied, with good verve, enjoy now and over the next fifteen years. Drink 2024-2039- 95
2021 Tranche Cabernet Sauvignon- Coming from their estate Blue Mountain Vineyard the outstanding and beautifully balanced 2021 Tranche Cabernet Sauvignon was stored in 45% new French oak before bottling. Anise, dark currants and milk chocolate flavors mingle well with plenty of garrigue tones on the palate. Full-bodied and showing good underlying finesse, enjoy over the next ten to fifteen years. Drink 2024-2039- 95