90
points
Milbrandt Vineyards 2010 The Estates Viognier (Wahluke Slope)
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$20
The Milbrandts farm over 2,000 acres in the Wahluke Slope, where their Clifton Vineyard—the source of this 100% varietal Viognier—is located. Creamy and refreshing, it’s a mélange of lime rind and flesh, melon and pineapple, with the crispness of a mountain spring. The flavors build and build, with an elegant flourish as it finishes just as clean and refreshing as…
— P.G.
(4/1/2012)
90
points
Milbrandt Vineyards 2006 Traditions Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA))
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$15
From a mix of Milbrandt vineyard sites, this outstanding blend includes small amounts of Cabernet, Syrah, Malbec and Barbera. The blend was so well done that each component adds a vital piece to the whole—smooth berry and cherry fruits, spice, tobacco, licorice and smoke, folding into a lush and chocolaty finish.
— P.G.
(5/1/2009)
90
points
Milbrandt Vineyards 2006 Traditions Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA))
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$15
Here is another great value from the Milbrandt brothers, based upon their impeccable vineyard sources (they own 1600 acres, mostly in the Wahluke Slope AVA). Dense and dark, ripe and compact, this Cab/Merlot/Petit Verdot blend brings plenty of macho and muscle, layers of black fruits, black smoke, black tea and black olives. Get the idea? It’s a beautiful effort…
— P.G.
(5/1/2009)
88
points
Milbrandt Vineyards 2009 Traditions Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA))
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$15
Forward and pretty, with broad blackberry, black cherry and cassis fruit, this instantly accessible Cabernet Sauvignon offers many pleasures for an affordable price. Smooth tannins taste lightly of clean earth, coffee and light herb, giving just enough grip to offset the lightness of the fruit.
— P.G.
(4/1/2012)