100% varietal, fragrant and dark, with a spicy cinnamon/orange tea flavor under the black cherry fruit. This stellar Malbec sports a thick and smoky midpalate, with lots of new oak toastiness. In the mouth a wonderful density, with fine-grained tannins, and good length.
— P.G.
(8/1/2010)
Firm and polished, this peppery wine is dark and delicious, its wild berry mountain-flavored fruit dappled with earthy green tea and forest floor notes. The terroir comes through more than the varietal character; it fades gracefully into a light, herbal finish.
— P.G.
(8/1/2010)
A rare Petit Verdot from Washington, very dark and smoky, with earth, herb, a smooth palate, and ripe tannins. This is more terroir-driven than varietally “correct” – a bit of green tea flavor comes in with the tannins, but overall everything is nicely managed.
— P.G.
(8/1/2010)
A Merlot-dominated Bordeaux blend, spicy and sharp, with plenty of stuffing. The raspberry and cassis fruit is supported with juicy acid, the wine is medium weight, with smooth tannins, and just a hint of chocolate.
— P.G.
(8/1/2010)
This extremely popular red blend is 88% Merlot, with small amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc, Petit Verdot and Syrah. Full-bodied and fruit forward, it captures the house style with hints of earth, herb and spice.
— P.G.
(8/1/2010)