Category Archives: Red Wines
Great Grapes, Great Wines at Soos Creek Wine Cellars
There’s a tried and true saying in the wine industry that states, “Great wine is made in the vineyard.” I’m going to nitpick at this as an oversimplification on a couple of counts, both of which I think do a disservice to winemakers. First, not all vintages are perfect. In fact, some, such as Washington’s […]
Horse Heaven Hills Red Wines: In a Word…Outstanding!
This week I continue my look at Washington’s Horse Heaven Hills Appellation with an emphasis on the red wines that are grown in and produced from the area. Located on the north side of the Columbia River on the Oregon/Washington border in the south central part of our state, this wine region produces a wide […]
First Release Syrah
J&J Vintners First Release Syrah (about $22) – Sourced from Yakima Valley grapes, the inagural release from this Milton Freewater, Oregon winery offers plenty of dark plum and cherry fruits up front, a dash of black pepper and an underlying touch of smokiness on the finish. This doesn’t carry the brighter notes of acidity some […]
Fire Up the Barbeque and Pour Yourself a Glass of Cabernet Sauvignon
Summer officially arrives next week and if you still haven’t fired up your outdoor barbeque, you’re probably among the minority of Bellinghamsters. If you’re barbequing grilled meats, especially anything beef, and you’d like to consider a wine pairing, look no further than a Washington cabernet sauvignon. Cabernet makes a great barbeque wine because it’s full-bodied […]
At Walla Walla Vintners the Focus is on Red Wines
I first visited Walla Walla Vintners in the mid-1990’s when only a handful of wineries existed in this now storied Washington wine region. I recall meeting with winemaker Gordy Venneri and tasting some blockbuster red wines that were worthy of comparison to nearby Leonetti Cellar. Little has changed since then except for the fact that […]