Our Anvil by Forgeron program is for enthusiasts who want to explore what is unique to Washington State wine as Mother Nature intended.
Cabernet Sauvignon from Dionysus Vineyard is truly exquisite, from the dense dark red fruit flavors to the touch of brightness from the Petit Verdot. A full mouth-feel and long finish adds to the delicious complexity of the wine. This wine is and will always be a favorite of the Anvil by Forgeron lineup and it will age gracefully through the years, so hold on to it for that special occasion. A perfect pairing for a dish of pan-roasted duck with wild mushrooms.
Every year we are excited to bring in the Minnick Hills Vineyard fruit in Walla Walla Valley and delight in taking each separate varietal and creating a beautiful Bordeaux Blend. Year after year, each varietal character develops unlike the other and this year was no different. It is truly a skilled craft to achieve the perfect amounts of each varietal blended together to create such an elegant wine. We love what Walla Walla Valley has to offer and this wine is a true testament to our home region.
This cool-climate French Syrah offers nuances of dark fruit, savory depth, and cocoa. The pallet is rich and dark with juicy red fruits and a lively, long finish. This wine is the epitome of balance, with nicely integrate fruit, oak and alcohol. Structured to last, this wine will cellar well into to the 2030’s.
French Creek Vineyard has always been a favorite for our Anvil by Forgeron Chardonnay and this vintage is phenomenal. We love the nuanced flavor profiles that are notable in this wine. Each year this wine has far exceeded our expectation, showcasing Yakima Valley fruit at its finest.
Our 2020 Anvil by Forgeron French Creek Vineyard Chardonnay is a true testament to the “Old Wente” block that we have come to love through the years. The full mouth-feel is enhanced by a gentle kiss of oak that guides your palate into a new and fresh experience. Vibrant fruit notes of peach and grapefruit accentuate the palate and lead to a warm and full-bodied finish with undertones of Madagascar vanilla and honeysuckle. The bright freshness of this wine pairs well with baked brie and Seville marmalade spread.
Our French Creek Vineyard Chardonnay offers beautiful balance between oak, fruit, and acidity. This wine excites us every year and once it comes into the winery it is always one of our finest looking lots. In 2019 we harvested when the sugars were just right and the acids still nicely present. The result is a complete wine with tons of complexity, balance and fresh, lively acidity.
Our old-vine Chardonnay hails from the “Old Wente” block known for its chalky, stony soil that produces full-bodied wines of great complexity and balance. With a nod to French tradition, our ANVIL Chardonnay is aged for 17-months in 50% new French oak and 50% 1-year Burgundian oak.
2016 surprised us with the robust flavor profiles this wine exhibits including expansive black cherry, savory blood orange, and herbaceous notes. With a generous mouth feel, complete with full tannins and a long , lengthy finish, this wine keeps you wanting more and will age elegantly for the next decade and on.
Our Anvil by Forgeron Syrah graces you with luscious dark fruit, a delightfully long finish, and enticing acid. Subtle nuances of cocoa, black currant and blackberry lead into a bright and fresh palate that will last for years to come. This wine excites us every year upon release; the aging and layers of texture produced make this wine extraordinary. The subtle nuances of cocoa, black currant and blackberry follow into a bright and fresh finish that will last for years to come.
This cool-climate French Syrah offers nuances of dark fruit, savory depth, and cocoa. The pallet is rich and dark with juicy red fruits and a lively, long finish. This wine is the epitome of balance, with nicely integrate fruit, oak and alcohol. Structured to last, this wine will cellar well into to the 2030’s.
The newest addition to our ANVIL by Fogeron ultra-premium lineup, our 2016 Syrah is sourced from the Boushey Vineyard; a notable site we have obtained premium fruit from for over a decade.
This classically styled Syrah offers nuances of dark fruit, bootstrap, and spice. The pallet is rich and dark with blackberry, boysenberry, violets, and a long finish. This wine is the epitome of balance, with nicely integrated fruit, oak and alcohol. Structured to last, this wine will cellar well into to the 2030’s.
Every year we have produce Minnick Hills vineyard wine it always has this beautiful deep ruby color that envelopes your glass. This classic bordeauxlaise bouquet featuring dark red fruit, graphite forest floor and beautiful integration of fruit alcohol and French Oak barriques.
Seemless flavours of ripe raspberry, mocha, fresh herbs and vanilla cola. We are treating to beautiful refined tannins of fresh fruit components and lively acidity. This wine is structured to last through the next two decades. Turn your grill on with a nice hardy T- Bone steak to fully enjoy this wine.
A beautifully deep ruby color in the glass, our Minnick Hills Merlot begins with aromas of currant, red berries, complex floral notes and hints of fresh herbs and graphite. In the mouth you experience a lovely medium-bodied structure with refined tannins and balance. Red fruits abound and lead into the precise finish. A great wine to enjoy with steak, or other grilled meats and vegetables