Soft berry and pepper spice aromas give this elegant red a mellow start. On the palate, savory meat and cherry flavors are touched with an herbal lift. Smooth and delicate in nature, and a pretty sipping wine.
— S.K.
(4/1/2009)
A successful trio of tobacco, red raspberry fruit and spice gives this Idaho Syrah character. Full-bodied tannins and balanced acids mean it will age well, but pop it open now with some grilled lamb and enjoy a good wine from an emerging, and consistently improving, wine region.
— S.K.
(7/1/2008)
There’s something more to be found in this than the typical pepper and red berry flavors for which the variety is known. There’s depth and complexity to the deep spice and coffee interlaced on the palate, and the finish is lingering and smooth. A very nice Syrah with great food-pairing potential.
— S.K.
(10/1/2007)
Elegant aromas of red currant, cherry and pepper start this solid Cab from Idaho. On the palate, oak and fruit integration gives the wine a smooth, rich style. Unfolding and full of personality. Pair with steaks, burgers.
— M.G.
(4/1/2009)
This Syrah leads with a very pretty nose—floral but spicy, and redolent of blueberry. On the palate, it offers dry, peppery red berry flavors, but a wave of charry smoke tends to overpower. Pair it with an equally smoky dish—mesquite, grilled meat—and it might temper the bite. Overall though, a good wine, from a region that is producing interesting Syrahs.
— S.K.
(7/1/2008)
Friendly and exuberant, exhibiting flavors of red berry, spice and pepper. Balanced but assertive; will pair well with a spicy pizza or pepper steak.
— S.K.
(10/1/2007)
Cabernet Sauvignon (55%) Merlot (40%) and Cabernet Franc (5%) comprise this red blend from Idaho, named after the winemaker’s son. Soft spice and berry on the nose and toast, tobacco and berry on the palate are approachable and pretty.
— S.K.
(12/1/2007)
Honeyed, floral aromas and pretty, delicate flavors make this an interesting and affordable choice for the summer. Think apricot, citrus and a touch of spice. Acidity is good and the finish lovely.
— S.K.
(7/1/2007)