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Barnard Griffin 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA))

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Price $40

Pure Cabernet Sauvignon, this brings full-on dark fruits, smoke, licorice and black-tea flavors into the core palate. Despite its power, the wine has a sculpted quality, a nice sense of depth, yet with immediate appeal. The tannins are polished and fine, the acids just right to give the wine crisp edges and focus. — P.G. (2/1/2011)

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Barnard Griffin 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA))

Price $30

This can stand alongside far pricier wines, and offers the same suppleness, density, nuance and detail. Winemaker Rob Griffin’s masterful blending retains the often-lost subtleties—black olive, herb, balsamic—and ties these herbal notes in seamlessly with plummy, black cherry fruit. — P.G. (8/1/2007)

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Barnard Griffin 2008 Ciel du Cheval Merlot (Red Mountain)

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Price $35

A unique expression of this well-known vineyard, the Barnard Griffin Ciel du Cheval vineyard Merlot has bright berry flavors, sharp acidity, some cut tobacco flavors, and penetrating minerality. The alcohol is listed at 14.4% and seems even lighter; the focus here is on elegance and clean fruit flavors, yet the wine leaves a strong finishing impression and does not… — P.G. (2/1/2011)

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Barnard Griffin 2008 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA))

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Price $35

A lovely Malbec, with a strong floral component that begins with the aromas but carries nicely into the palate. It’s like tasting flowers, but with red wine muscle and fruit. Tart berry, baking spice, silky tannins, and a finish with coffee ground highlights make this an especially captivating bottle. Alcohol is at just 13.4%. — P.G. (2/1/2011)

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Barnard Griffin 2007 Petit Verdot (Columbia Valley (WA))

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Price $35

Even this ultratannic grape gets a polished expression from winemaker Rob Griffin, who has a silky touch with tannins. What comes out is pretty purple berry and plum fruit, barrel flavors of cut tobacco, clove and vanilla, and a little more grip than the other reds from Barnard Griffin. Makes a compelling case for PV as a varietal wine. — P.G. (2/1/2011)

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Barnard Griffin 2002 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA))

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Price $14

A young, grapey, deliciously spicy Syrah with plenty of bright, juicy berry flavors. It clocks in at 14.2% alcohol, easily supported by the dense, deep fruit. Great now, or cellar it as you would a great Zinfandel. — P.G. (5/1/2004)

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Barnard Griffin 2009 Fumé Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA))

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Price $9

This could be called the signature white for Barnard Griffin, for it always delivers astonishing flavor for the modest price. A small percentage of Sémillon is in the blend, but the sappy, spicy, penetrating herbaceousness of Sauvignon Blanc is showcased, not disguised. Done in a Sancerre-like style, under 13% alcohol, this is a gorgeous food wine, but you may just… — P.G. (2/1/2011)

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Barnard Griffin 2009 Orange Muscat (Columbia Valley (WA))

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Price $17

A perfect framing of fruit and skin and acid, this screams out for the perfect food match. It’s a mouthful of orange fruit and orange rind, with lemony highlights and impressive power. It resonates from start to finish, adding notes of herbal tea and orange liqueur as it rolls through a long finish. Outstanding winemaking. — P.G. (2/1/2011)

Most Reviewed Designations

Caroway Vineyard Ciel du Cheval Fumé Blanc Hells Gate Canyon Vineyard Reserve Rosé Rosé of Rosé of Sangiovese Wahluke Slope Vineyard White

Most Reviewed Varietals

Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Chardonnay Fumé Blanc Malbec Merlot Orange Muscat Riesling Sangiovese Sémillon Syrah Zinfandel

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This is a high-quality Malbec with fleshy berry aromas that veer towards…

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