Martin-Scott Winery 2012 Sauvignon Blanc, Columbia Valley, $16 Most of the grapes made at this East Wenatchee, Wash., winery come from vines surrounding their grounds that overlook the Columbia River, but this lot traditionally comes downstream from Rosebud Vineyard near Mattawa. One of the state's first organically farmed sites helps create aromas of grapefruit, lemon, canned … [Read more...] about Baker’s dozen of sassy Sauvignon Blancs from Washington
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10 fab Cabs from the Pacific Northwest
Grande Ronde Cellars 2007 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Walla Walla Valley, $30 Dave Westfall and his two partners recently moved the production facility to downtown Spokane, not far from their lively tasting room. They work with very small lots and their attention to detail and patience shows. Here's a classic Cab from start to finish, leading with aromas of dark … [Read more...] about 10 fab Cabs from the Pacific Northwest
Seven sweet wines to savor
Anam Cara Cellars 2012 Nicholas Estate Gewürztraminer, Chehalem Mountains, $24 The 2014 edition of Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine Book raves about the Pinot Noir and dry Riesling coming off Anam Cara's estate vineyard, and the renowned British writer could also mention the dessert-style Gewürz on offer at this Newberg, Ore., tasting room, too. Its nose is filled with apricot jam, … [Read more...] about Seven sweet wines to savor
8 Outstanding Rieslings
Daven Lore Winery 2012 Sweet Riesling, Yakima Valley, $15 Best Buy! Production of this off-dry Riesling was increased to meet demand, and Gord Taylor waited until Oct. 30 to make his pick from the 21-year-old vines at Sebastian Vineyard north of Prosser, Wash. While he also excels at Riesling done dry, Taylor notes, "Not sweet enough is like making rhubarb pie without sugar … [Read more...] about 8 Outstanding Rieslings
11 Northwest Pinot Noirs to taste today
Ponzi Vineyards 2011 Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, $35 Here's a shining example of how prevalent the certified sustainable movement is within the Oregon wine industry. Luisa Ponzi harvested four LIVE (Low Input Viticulture and Enology) estate sites — Abetina, Aurora, Avellana and Madrona — as well as 12 other vineyards, each certified. Her largest production wine carries … [Read more...] about 11 Northwest Pinot Noirs to taste today