Our classic Syrah Mourvèdre blend

The first wine of our portfolio, this exceptional blend is sourced from select vineyards in the sun-drenched hillsides of the Yakima Valley, renowned for producing high-quality Syrah and Mourvèdre grapes.

Appearance: Rich, deep red with vibrant purple undertones.
Aroma: A captivating bouquet of dark berries, black pepper, and subtle floral hints.
Palate: Full-bodied and smooth, featuring flavors of ripe blackberry, plum, and a touch of smokiness. The well-integrated tannins and a long, elegant finish make this wine truly memorable.
Food Pairing: Perfectly suited for grilled meats, hearty stews, and aged cheeses. This blend also complements Mediterranean cuisine, enhancing the flavors of rich, savoury dishes.

Production Details:

Region: Yakima Valley
Aging: Approximately 2 years in French oak
ABV: 14.1%

2020 Sin Banderas "Red Rhône Blend"

The 2020 Yakima Valley Red blends 57% Syrah with 43% Mourvedre to create a spicy bouquet that mixes black raspberries and cloves with crushed stones. It's round and silky smooth, yet full of energy with zesty wild berry fruits and an autumnal flourish of spice. This finishes gently grippy yet fresh with a suggestion of hard red candies. Drinking window 2023-2026.

90 points - Vinous

A blend of mostly Syrah (57%) with the remainder Mourvèdre, this offers white pepper dusted bacon, wild blackberry and shades of tar and tobacco leaf on the palate. Enjoy now. Drink 2024-2028

90 points - Owen Bargreen

12th Annual Best of the Northwest - Double Gold

SavorNW 2024 - 96 points - Best of Class

2019 Sin Banderas "Red Rhône Blend"

Inky in the glass, the 2019 Sin Banderas Red Wine is a Yakima Valley blend of mostly Syrah (67%) with the remainder Mourvedre. Black tea, iodine, exotic spices and creme de violette all parade on the nose. The palate is medium to full-bodied and is filled with black fruits, salty tones and plenty of tension. Refined to consume now, enjoy this beautiful wine over the next eight to ten years. Drink 2022-2030- 91 points - Owen Bargreen

When the judges taste everything blind, sometimes their notes are kind of funny and rarely make it into our final write-up. But the phrase "Rich guys gold" was just too good to not use, as it succinctly expresses what we thought of this wine; it must be a big name, expensive wine that would appeal to high rollers. That's why were shocked to learn afterwards it was only $36, and thus the 92 Point score. Crafted from 67% Syrah and 33% Mourvedre, this is a robust, polished Rhone style blend with twice as much Syrah as Mourvedre and no Grenache, leading to a big, spicy flavor sensation with tons of dark raspberry, blueberry, and mocha notes with silky tannins. Only 6 barrels of this beauty were produced, which won't last long once the word gets out! 92 Points in the $35-$45 Category – The Wine Panel

2022 Sunset International Wine Competition - Gold - 92 points

2018 Sin Banderas "Red Rhône Blend"

A GSM style wine with no G, this Rhone varietal blend is sassy and spicy, with a fun, juicy center of dark cherries, dried blueberry, anise, toasty oak, and dried herbs. A couple of hours of decanting will smooth its' youthful edges, and lead to a full, rich mouthfeel for a medium-bodied wine. Only 6 barrels produced. This wine should age very well, but if you can't wait, pair now with roasted meats and rich cheeses. 90 Points in the $35-$45 Category - The Wine Panel.

This Rhône-style red is rich, ripe and filled with red plum, blueberry and blackberry flavors undercut with a savory edge showing engaging dried herbs, white pepper, and mineral notes. Gain terrific momentum toward the finish, revealing pomegranate and dried cured black olive details that add complexity. Shows style and panache. Made with Syrah from Outlook Vineyard and Mourvèdre from Olsen Vineyard, aged 23 months in 100% French oak.

92 points - WA Tasting Room Magazine

A blend of 67% Syrah with the remainder Mourvedre, this shows wonderfully smoky tones giving way to a deep core of dark fruits and violets on the palate. With silky tannins and a soft texture, this is a seriously good effort that should cellar well for the next eight to ten years. Drink 2020-2028. 91 points -Owen Bargreen

Juicy and bright, the 2018 Red delivers plenty of smoky and gamy tones alongside a core of dark fruits and coffee ground undertones. Polished, with a soft texture and plenty of minerality. Enjoy this outstanding new wine over the next seven years. 91 points - Vinous

This wine is two-thirds Syrah and one-third Mourvèdre. The aromas and flavors are lively, with notes of raspberry, cranberry, black pepper, coffee, cedar and dried herbs. It brings a pleasing, lip-smacking tartness and a lovely mouthfeel. The length and balance kick it up a notch. Editors' Choice - 92 points - SEAN P. SULLIVAN

2021 Somm Awards - Gold - 90 points

10th Annual Best of the Northwest - Judges' Pick

2017 Sin Banderas "Red Rhône Blend"
"This 2017 GSM is actually more of a Northern Rhone style blend with 67% Syrah and 33% Mourvèdre and no Grenache. The result is a rich, sexy wine that is very polished with smoked meat nuances and fantastic balance. A delicious wine from Wapato's Sin Banderas...91 Points. "
- The Wine Panel.

Elegant and well layered, this red Rhône varietal blend of Syrah and Mourvèdre entices with aromas of grilled plum, bing cherry, black olive and cured meat that echo with greater depth on the neatly-structured body. Earthy garrigue, violet and blackberry details weave through the well-honed finish, complemented with cocoa powder and white pepper hints. 92 points - WA Tasting Room Magazine

Syrah makes up two-thirds of this wine, with the rest Mourvèdre. The aromas intrigue, with notes of herb, orange oil, anise, dark chocolate and cherry. A full, lightly creamy-feeling palate follows. Cranberry notes linger on the finish. It has a long life in front of it. 91 points - WA Wine Report

Judges' Pick - 8th Annual Best of the Northwest

2016 Sin Banderas "Red Rhône Blend"

Syrah and Mourvèdre make up equal parts of this wine. The aromas offer notes of coffee, dark chocolate, herb, cranberry and ample barrel spicing. The palate is creamy in feel, with coffee, raspberry and cherry. Barrel spices linger on the finish. The oak plays prominently, but by and large it works. It has a long life in front of it. 90 points - SEAN P. SULLIVAN

2015 Sin Banderas "Red Rhône Blend"

This Rhône blend of Syrah (80%) and Mourvèdre (20%) is rich and open textured, with beguiling aromas of bramble, dark fruit and notes of blood orange that mingle with expressive accents of currant, tar, dark berries and plum. White pepper and spice linger on the aftertaste. Editor's Choice - Outstanding! (91-94pts) - WA Tasting Room Magazine

The 2015 Sin Banderas Red Wine is a blend of 80% Syrah and 20% Mourvedre sourced from the Yakima Valley. Ne*ding an hour to settle in the decanter, the wine starts with aromas of smoked meats, tar, and red cherry preserves. Forward and fruity on the palate, the wine shows off a nice combination of red and dark fruits with milk chocolate flavors. The balanced wine will cellar well over the next decade. Drink 2018-2026. 90 points - Owen Bargreen

This inaugural release from this winery is a blend of 80% Syrah and 20% Mourvèdre. Its raspberry, bacon fat, blueberry, black pepper and smoke aromas lead to well-balanced fruit and savory flavors. Give it time to open up. SEAN P. SULLIVAN