This perfectly captures this spectacular vineyard’s flavor “stamp”—a beguiling mix of aromas, flavors and textures that begin with orange peel and moist earth and unfold across the palate in a graceful jumble. Streaks of compost, raw meat, tart berry and good funk run together seamlessly, creating a supple, continuously enjoyable wine that just doesn’t want to quit…
— P.G.
(5/1/2011)
The first Ross Andrew vintage for this Old Block (original planting) Boushey Syrah, it clearly displays the vineyard’s defining characteristics—a powerful mix of herb, funk, game and brambly berry fruit flavors. Depth, density, complexity and nicely layered highlights make this a wine that never quits on you. It tastes like old vine fruit should—subtle, supple and…
— P.G.
(4/1/2012)
The Boushey character shines through in this elegant, complex wine. A lovely, sensual mix of loam, mushroom, tobacco and black cherry blends into a stylish wine with exceptional detail all the way through its lengthy finish.
— P.G.
(4/1/2012)
A blend of three new Syrah clones that were fermented separately, then blended into a satisfying, though still young and somewhat jagged wine that will benefit from more bottle age. It comes out toasty and gamy, with undertones of cured meat, stiff tannins and moist earth. The classic Boushey vineyard flavors of herb, green tea and cured meats are here in abundance.
— P.G.
(12/31/2008)
Smooth, soft and plummy, this wine slips in on cat’s feet and spreads gracefully across the palate. A sexy mix of blue and purple fruits, cocoa, coffee, red licorice and sandalwood.
— P.G.
(6/1/2012)
Mostly Klipsun and Ciel du Cheval fruit, this sleek Cabernet delivers focused, clear scents emphasizing youthful notes of berry, cherry and plum. The styling is compact and elegant, a pleasing mix of youthful fruit and compressed, tannic power. This is very tight, but still supple and rewarding. Decanting is recommended.
— P.G.
(12/31/2008)
Mostly Pinot Blanc, this is an excellent bottle, succulent and juicy, just 12.6% alcohol, which puts it in the European camp. Mouthfilling citrus mixing lime, lemon, pineapple, orange and a bit of candied apricot all contribute to this tasty wine.
— P.G.
(6/1/2010)
Here is a rarity among rarities—a Washington Pinot Gris from old vines dating back to the 1970s. Spicy and tart, with New World fruit flavors of melon and pear set in a wine with Old World craftsmanship and sensibilities it's just 12.5% alcohol, bone dry, fully ripened, laden with minerality. Vivid and long, it’s a gem that would be a perfect start to any holiday feast.
— P.G.
(5/1/2011)