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Apex 2006 Dry Riesling (Yakima Valley)

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Price $20

This is 100% Riesling, and the intense, floral aromas suggest a smattering of Gewürztraminer, at least in essence if not in fact. Beeswax, lemon candy, orange blossom and other juicy citrus components swirl around the palate, making this an exceptionally complex and beguiling wine. Though labeled dry, it carries an impression of fruit sweetness, rather than the… — P.G. (12/1/2007)

Apex 2008 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA))

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Price $30

Tart and tannic, with aromas that promise deep black fruits touched with smoky earth. A Merlot for Cabernet lovers, with a Cab Franc-like streak of coffee around powerful, dark fruit flavors of berry and cassis. Give this a lot of breathing time, or pop it in the cellar for at least five years. — P.G. (11/1/2011)

Apex 2001 Outlook Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley)

Price $45

This single vineyard, 100% Syrah provides a clear look at why Washington state is poised to become the nation’s leader in producing Rhône-style reds with genuine Rhône character. It’s a barrel selection from the vineyard’s oldest block (not that old, planted in 1997) but along with the usual dark fruit and pepper you find genuine scents of roasted meat and the… — P.G. (5/1/2007)

Apex 2008 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA))

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Price $15

Aromatic and complex, this wine, though not quite bone dry, is tart and citrusy. The mixed fruit flavors run a spectrum from grapefruit to lemon candy to nectarine, lingering gracefully into a mineral-soaked finish. — P.G. (12/31/2010)

Apex 2002 Syrah (Yakima Valley)

Price $25

This is a northern Rhône style, tight, bright, and quite meaty. Along with the pure flavors of 100% Syrah fruit, it brings the tart, citrusy acids that can elevate the mouthfeel, giving it what the Australians call ‘lift.’ There’s backbone here in the form of acids and a tight spine, and you get the feeling that although it’s a 2002, this wine is still wrapped up… — P.G. (5/1/2007)

Apex 2006 Merlot (Yakima Valley)

Price $30

All five Bordeaux grapes are included in this Merlot, a substantial and well crafted wine with bright berry and cassis flavors front and center. Good complexity for the price, with olive, dust, mocha and caramel in the mix. Tannins are balanced and slightly grainy, with good length through the finish. — P.G. (12/31/2010)

Apex 1998 Kestrel Vineyard Merlot (Yakima Valley)

Price $60

This tangy wine is laced with plenty of toasty new oak, giving it scents and flavors of cocoa and spice. Some excellent fruit is there, tasting of tart black cherries, but it seems a bit overwhelmed. —P.G. — P.G. (9/1/2002)

Apex 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA))

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Price $30

This is structured around pretty, clean, primary fruit flavors. It’s forward and accessible, with dusty blueberry and pale black cherry most prominent. Pleasant drinking, though not as concentrated as the Apex Merlot. — P.G. (11/1/2011)

Prominent Designations

Dry Kestrel Vineyard Outlook Vineyard

Most Reviewed Varietals [All]

Cabernet Sauvignon Chardonnay Merlot Riesling Shiraz/Syrah

Most Reviewed Regions

Columbia Valley (WA) Yakima Valley

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