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Lone Canary 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA))

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Price $10

I like Mike Scott’s Sauv Blancs for their pungent, grassy aromas, and their piercingly tart acids. The spiky fruit flavors combine pear and pineapple, gooseberry and lime—think New Zealand without the asparagus. This is really a lovely bottle, ripe and round, lush and perfectly balanced between tart and fruity. — P.G. (8/1/2007)

Lone Canary 2003 Rosso Red (Columbia Valley (WA))

Price $15

This is 78% Sangiovese; the rest a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Delicious, round, warm, soft and nicely touched with leafy, herbal, tobacco-flavored fruit. Unlike most domestic Sangiovese, this very much recalls the soft, leafy flavors of Chianti. The finish has just a bit more heat and tannin, but compensates with distinctly varietal flavors. — P.G. (4/1/2006)

Lone Canary 2002 Rouge Red (Yakima Valley)

Price $20

Lone Canary does a Red, a Rosso and this Rouge, a classic Bordeaux blend of two Cabs and Merlot. Winemaker Mike Scott shows his European leanings, keeping alcohol levels in check (13.5%) and emphasizing balance and nuance over sheer power. The wine displays some of the herbal nuances and delicate oak influences lost in jammier efforts, but pushes through a long… — P.G. (9/1/2004)

Lone Canary 2008 Pinot Grigio (Columbia Valley (WA))

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Price $13

A new varietal for Lone Canary, this is exceptionally ripe and full-bodied. Sweet grain, lemon oil, pineapple and a whiff of petrol mark a rich wine with fine acidity. The skin flavors put a little bite into the finish. — P.G. (5/1/2010)

Lone Canary 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Yakima Valley)

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Price $10

Winemaker Mike Scott left Caterina to start Lone Canary. The first release is a sharp, melony, oyster-friendly Sauv Blanc, steely and refreshing. — P.G. (12/31/2003)

Lone Canary 2007 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA))

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Price $13

All stainless fermented, this spiky, pungently grassy Sauvignon Blanc unabashedly showcases the grape’s Loire-Valley origins, rather than hiding behind a curtain of sugar and oak. A whiff of diesel comes into play also, contributing to the complexity. It’s concentrated and packed with fleshy fruit ranging from pears to peaches to papaya; a really nice combination… — P.G. (5/1/2009)

Lone Canary NV Red (Yakima Valley)

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Price $13

A blend of Cab, Merlot and Syrah, this forward, tasty effort charms with cherries and grapes, then surprises with a solid center core of plump cassis and raspberries, gently leading into a fruit-driven finish. A lot of bang for the buck. — P.G. (9/1/2004)

Lone Canary 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA))

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Price $10

Pure varietal and 100% stainless steel fermented, this continues winemaker Mike Scott’s winning streak with his white wines. Along with citrus and sweet grass come pretty floral accents, and hints of powdered sugar, though the wine is quite dry. Great natural acid keeps it vivid and lively on the palate. — P.G. (5/1/2010)

Prominent Designations [All]

Bird House Red DuBrul Vineyard Reserve Red Wine Red Rosso Rouge

Most Reviewed Varietals [All]

Barbera Bordeaux-style Red Blend Cabernet Franc Merlot Pinot Grigio/Gris Red Blend Sangiovese Sauvignon Blanc Shiraz/Syrah

Most Reviewed Regions

Columbia Valley (WA) Wahluke Slope Yakima Valley

2008 John Tyler Bacigalupi Vineyard

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