This series of wines, under the Badger Mountain label of Powers winery, uses grapes that are organically grown. Minimal sulfites are added. This a fresh, forward, deliciously fruity Chardonnay, loaded with a classy mix of apple, pear and peach fruit. A great springtime sipper.
— P.G.
(5/1/2010)
This organically grown, no-sulfites-added Chardonnay is forward and fruity, with a nice scent of green apples and just a hint of butterscotch. Lively and made for immediate drinking.
— P.G.
(7/1/2002)
Forward and scented with bell pepper and licorice, this organic, no sulfites added Merlot seems just a bit underripe, with some earthy tannins. Nonetheless, a solid effort, with good color, grip and balance.
— P.G.
(6/1/2002)
The initials mean "no sulfites added" and that, plus the unusual blue bottle, make this a one of a kind riesling. From organically grown grapes, this is fresh, sweetly fruity, with a clean, citrusy pop.
— P.G.
(6/1/2002)
This is generic Cabernet, despite its organic pedigree. It’s clean and balanced, and if organic is important to you, it’s a very good choice. But it does not show the depth and complexity that is possible in Columbia Valley wines.
— P.G.
(12/31/2003)
A sweet, sappy nose, highlighted with minty spice, leads into a chewy young wine with pleasant, innocuous fruit and a soft, smooth finish.
— P.G.
(12/31/2003)
This is already tasting of raisins and prunes, indicators that the wine is already rapidly aging. Hints of bell pepper, mint and stem; better drink this one right now.
— P.G.
(12/31/2003)
The initials mean no sulfites added; the wine comes from organically grown grapes, but it smells of stem and root, rather than good, ripe fruit. Earthy and spare.
— P.G.
(6/1/2002)