{"product_id":"buty-the-beast-wildebeest-red-blend-2009","title":"Buty The Beast Wildebeest Red Blend 2009","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tButy The Beast Wildebeest Red Blend 2009 is made from  45% Syrah,  40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Malbec\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003eNature of the BEAST: \u003c\/strong\u003e BEAST is the rare alter ego of Buty. The elusive and mercurial nature of our BEAST wines, allows us the freedom and spontaneity to explore new varietals, new vineyards and new blends outside of the classic Buty portfolio. While our menagerie of BEASTs has historically only been available through the winery, in the spring of 2010 we released the second generation of BEAST: Wildebeest, Hartebeest and Sphinx. These three BEASTs may be found in fine restaurants and wine shops in our national markets.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003eLair of the BEAST: \u003c\/strong\u003e A true denizen of the Columbia Valley, the \u003cstrong\u003e 2009 Wildebeest \u003c\/strong\u003e ranges far and wide, from the slopes of Phinny Hill Vineyard in the Horse Heaven Hills to LeFore and River Rock vineyards in the Walla Walla Valley.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003eSeason of the BEAST: \u003c\/strong\u003e Though the 2009 growing season started with a cold spring, there were no frost issues, and flowering occurring right around the solstice. A warm August led to a hot September, which brought beautiful ripeness to the fruit. Even so, the grapes maintained relatively modest sugar levels and excellent acidity. Though 2009 was our fastest harvest in memory (32 days from start to finish), every lot had a separate tank, and the quality was exceptional.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking: \u003c\/strong\u003e Our winemaking efforts focused on accentuating the suppleness and generosity of the 2009 Wildebeest. Each lot was aged separately in the finest French oak for 18 months before blending. In order to allow the Wildebeest to display its full fruit and spice character, most of the barrels were older (from two to 10 years). The alcohol content is 14%\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003eNotes Upon Encountering the Wildebeest:\u003c\/strong\u003eOur 2009 Wildebeest combines poise and power, with suave tannins, perfumed aromatics and a plush, creamy texture. In the nose and on the palate, the Syrah contributes big beautiful licorice and ripe black cherry notes, with the Cabernet adding richness and the Malbec bringing high-tone raspberry and red fruit elements to the blend. Throughout it all, the lush fruit surrounds a core of sleek Washington State acidity that adds length and definition to this handsome BEAST.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buty Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948747223087,"sku":"W0EE207110BRL","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/timelesswinesdirect.com\/products\/buty-the-beast-wildebeest-red-blend-2009","provider":"timelesswines.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}