Elephant Seven
Elephant Seven produces wines from Columbia Valley, Washington's premier growing region. The winery focuses on Rhône-style varietals, with Syrah at the core of its portfolio. The Diwa Syrah, a Viognier and Syrah blend, and the straight Syrah expression both demonstrate the region's capacity for structured, age-worthy reds. The Yellow Bird Vineyard Grenache rounds out the lineup, showcasing the lighter, more delicate side of southern Rhône fruit. Wine Enthusiast and Wine Advocate have both assessed the winery's releases, reflecting serious engagement with the wines. Columbia Valley's warm days and cool nights create ideal conditions for these Mediterranean varieties, allowing Elephant Seven to extract ripe fruit while maintaining the acidity and tannin definition these grapes require.
Critics
Wine Advocate, Wine Enthusiast