Showing items 1
through 5 of
5
Francis Tannahill 2008 Passito White (Oregon)
- Editors' Choice
- Online Exclusive
- $28
A blend of Roussanne, Marsanne and Viognier, this was made in the passito style—grapes were dried to concentrate sugars, then pressed and fermented. The result is a terrific and unusual dessert wine, with candied fruits mixing papaya, guava, banana, Meyer lemon and more. The center is simply lush and fruity; the finish tails off gently with a honeyed kiss.
— P.G.
(6/1/2011)
Francis Tannahill 2007 Dragonfly Gewürztraminer (Washington)
- $25
Unctuous, floral and perfumed, this Washington-sourced Gewürztraminer is bold and fruity, lush and mouthfilling. It spreads out gracefully and fully across the palate, coating the tongue with a honeyed mix of citrus and tropical fruits, spiced up with a hint of garlic chive. Dense and concentrated, this is sure to appeal to those who love this grape.
— P.G.
(10/1/2010)
Francis Tannahill 2006 The Hermit Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley)
- $48
This is a project of the same group that does A to Z wines; a careful blend of Pinot Noir from vineyards scattered widely across the length of the Willamette Valley. Dense, mixed red fruits, leaving an impression of spicy plum, work into a full-bodied midpalate with gentle hints of leather and fungus. Complex and interesting.
— P.G.
(12/15/2009)
Francis Tannahill 2006 Mason Dixon Syrah (Oregon)
- Online Exclusive
- $28
Stiff and tannic, this dark and steely Syrah is scented with loam, lead pencil and blackberries. The blackberry fruit is matched, but not over-matched, with darker notes of tar, coffee and bitter chocolate. Tannins are a little rugged, but not overbearing, and carry a hint of green coffee.
— P.G.
(10/1/2010)
Francis Tannahill 2006 Dragonfly Gewürztraminer (Washington)
- Online Exclusive
- $25
This is a very soft, lush style, with powerfully floral, almost soapy aromas that carry into the flavors as well. It is classically varietal, but so soft as to seem a little unfocused.
— P.G.
(12/31/2009)
Showing items 1
through 5 of
5
Prominent Designations
Most Reviewed Varietals
advertisement
What We're Tasting
2009 Venge Bone Ash Vineyard
Venge’s superb 2008 Bone Ash was a tough act to follow, but this 2009…
Facebook Activity
advertisement
Twitter Activity