Today we share a brand new winery out of Walla Walla. Reali is the vision of Ken and Kristin Reali who in 2021 settled in the Walla Walla Valley. They planted their 15-acre estate vineyard in spring 2023, focusing on both classic French varieties and select Italian varieties. They have hired Serge Laville to be their winemaker.Serge Laville has long made wines in Walla Walla. I loved the wines he made for many years at Spring Valley. He has received multiple recognitions in the Wine Spectator top 100. Serge follows a minimalist approach to winemaking that ensures high quality wines focusing on the characteristics of each variety. The new wines were really good. I love the 2023 Reali Grenache (OB, 94) which has insanely good flavor range and texture. Learn more at https://www.realifamilyvineyard.com
2024 Reali Rose- Sourced from the Reali Estate Vineyard, this 2024 Rose is made from Cabernet Franc grapes. This is soft and juicy with vibrant acidity on the palate. Delicate red fruits mingle well with marvelous damp earth tones on the palate. Drink 2025-2031- 91
2024 Reali Sauvignon Blanc- This 2024 Sauvignon Blanc comes from the Columbia Gorge AVA. It is fresh neatly textured stuff with gooseberry and melon flavors alongside shades of kiwi on the palate. Drink 2025-2031- 91
2023 Reali Grenache- The 2023 Reali Grenache comes from the Walla Walla Valley. Wet rock and orange peel combine with pretty red fruits and red florals on the nose. The palate has brilliant tension and stony character, with gravel, red currants and charcuterie notes. Lithe and polished, this is by far the finest I have tasted yet from this estate — and no reason to cellar this beauty. Drink 2025-2031- 94
2023 Reali Cabernet Sauvignon- The 2023 Reali Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and round on the mouth with a generous mouthfeel. Dense red and dark fruits parade with chocolate and a graphite edge on the palate. This is seriously good with its silky texture and good sense of length. Enjoy now and over the next six to eight years. Drink 2025-2033- 93