90 points

Latah Creek 2004 Johannisberg Riesling

Very classy, and classic, WA Riesling, with just enough residual sugar to offset the zippy acids. Bright, fresh, crisp and clean, with a wash of honeyed sweetness underlying the ripe peaches and apple-flavored juice. Just a delightful bottle of Riesling.  — P.G.   Published 4/1/2006
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89 points

Latah Creek 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot

Most Washington Cab-Merlots are low-end wines, but in this case it is a true reserve, though not labeled as such. Bordeaux-like structure, tight and herbal and young. I suspect it will age very well, as a recent taste of the winery’s stellar 1991 Reserve demonstrated. Here the tannins are nicely managed; the hint of…  — P.G.   Published 12/31/2003
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Latah Creek 2009 Moscato d'Latah Muscat

Aromatic and appealing, this perfectly captures the pretty orange peel and citrus scents of the grape. In the mouth it’s sweet but buoyed by bright acids, the fruit clean and layered, bringing in streaks of cinnamon, honey, vanilla and tea as it rolls into a satisfying finish.  — P.G.   Published 4/1/2011
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88 points

Latah Creek 2002 Chardonnay

Winemaker Mike Conway has been using fruit from the same vineyards since 1982, his first vintage. He believes in letting the fruit speak for itself, and it does. This is ripe and delightful, mixing flavors of pineapple and tart tangerine. There’s a finishing hint of spice from gently applied oak, and the finish is…  — P.G.   Published 12/31/2003
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88 points

Latah Creek 2002 Quilomene Hills Vineyard Johannisberg Riesling

This is classic, old-style Washington Riesling, showing a puckery sweetness. The off-dry residual sugar (about 2.5%) is perfectly balanced with bright acid. Crisp and inviting, it has a very nice presence and palate feel, and it resonates through the clean finish.  — P.G.   Published 12/31/2003
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88 points

Latah Creek 2008 Pinot Gris

The first-ever Pinot Gris from this pioneering Spokane winery has a crisp entry, with flavors of jicama and celery and hints of Asian pear. It’s light and stylish, a fine apéritif to accompany appetizers or raw oysters.  — P.G.   Published 4/1/2011
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88 points

Latah Creek 2009 Riesling

Juicy and off-dry, this succulent Riesling pushes orange and candied citrus flavors to the front of the bus, with a smooth, sweet but not sugary ride into the lingering finish. A final impression of spun sugar and marshmallow brings a smile.  — P.G.   Published 4/1/2011
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88 points

Latah Creek NV Monarch Red (Columbia Valley (WA))

This Cabernet/Syrah/Zinfandel blend is a pretty wine, with a mix of berries, soft tannins and a medium-light finish, laced with vanilla.  — P.G.   Published 5/1/2011