53% Viognier / 47% Roussanne
Aged Sur Lie (on the lees) in stainless steel, this wine is named in honor of the winemaker’s Grandma Nellie, as a tribute to the incredible women in our lives. Aged in stainless steel. Pair with soft cheeses, citrus chicken, or spaghetti and clams.
37% Roussanne, 19% Marsanne, 17% Viognier, 11% Picpoul, 8% Grenache Blanc, 4% Picardan, 4% Clairette Blanche
A white wine blend inspired by the Chateuneuf-du-Pape region of the southern Rhône Valley, this wine is the perfect companion to our popular red Rhône blend, Caisleán an Pápa. Let’s all pretend to go to the French countryside and sip this wine with a French baquette and fromage blanc, shall we?
32% Grenache Noir, 23% Syrah, 23% Mourvèdre, 11% Counoise, 11% Cinsaut
Inspired by classic Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines, our “Papa” is Charlie’s favorite and always first in line for blending trials. The name, pronounced cush-len, translates to “Castle of the Pope” in Gaelic tying the region in France to our own roots. Sourced from Boushey Vineyards, this wine blends Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Counoise, and Cinsaut, all aged in neutral French oak puncheons to bring out its natural complexity. With dark fruit, spice, and earthiness, we love enjoying it after a day on the slopes, paired with roasted lamb, beef tenderloin, or a hearty mushroom risotto. 444 cases
93-95 points - Owen Bargreen
44% Syrah, 38% Petite Sirah, 18% Mourvèdre - Columbia Valley AVA
Consonance is a musical term for a group of notes coming together to make a harmonious sound. This wine is our biggest and boldest, yet it maintains a delicate, refined balance that Cairdeas wines are known for.
52% Cinsaut, 48% Carignan
Written in the Stones Icarus showcases the unique character of the Rocks District AVA through the Cairdeas lens. A field blend of Cinsaut and Carignan, both varieties were picked together, natively fermented, and aged as one. With 50% whole cluster, the wine captures the wild, savory character of the Rocks District while retaining a sense of freshness and lift. Named for the Greek god who flew too close to the sun, Icarus embodies curiosity, risk, and a willingness to try something new. 573 cases produced.
50% Syrah, 50% Grenache Noir
Written in the Stones Daedalus explores the Rocks District AVA through a field blend of Grenache and Syrah, made with the Cairdeas spirit of experimentation. Fruit was picked together and natively fermented in a 44hl concrete cone before being pressed and aged in barrel. The result reflects the distinctive character of the Rocks District while bringing Cairdeas’ own personality to the glass. Named for the Greek inventor of the labyrinth, Daedalus represents creativity, craftsmanship, and an adventurous approach to winemaking. 268 cases produced.
