For the next three weeks I\u2019d like to take you to some Spokane wineries that I visited last month. First up is ![\"null\"](\"http:\/\/www.lonecanary.com\/order_files\/mid_bird.gif\")
Lone Canary Winery, with winemaker Mike Scott at the helm. Scott\u2019s 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (about $10) is one of the better wines of this varietal that I\u2019ve tried as of late. It exhibits lots of melon flavors and a gentle, citrus finish. At this price it\u2019s an absolute steal.<\/p>\n
Red wine offerings include the generically named non-vintage Red (about $13), 2002 Rouge (about $20) and 2003 Rosso (about $20). But don\u2019t let the names fool you. Each of these wines is a beautiful blend of three varietals with generous and complex fruit flavors.<\/p>\n
My favorite of the three is the Rouge, a combination of Cabernet, Merlot and Cabernet Franc that displays dark plum flavors backed by a touch of mocha. Spicy oak notes on the finish are accompanied by soft tannins. Delicious!<\/p>\n
For future reference, look for the 2005 Barbera, which will be released next year. I was fortunate enough to try one of the last bottles on the planet of the 2004 vintage, which has already sold out to the public. The \u201904 was an explosion of berry flavors. Hopefully the \u201905 can follow in its footsteps.<\/p>\n
Scott\u2019s take on his own wines may be viewed as brash by some and self-confident by others. He notes that if we don\u2019t like his wine to, \u201cbring it back and I\u2019ll drink it.\u201d Not to worry, Mike. Your wines are terrific. We\u2019ll help you drink them.<\/p>\n
Lone Canary wines are available in the wine section of local grocers or can be ordered online at www.lonecanary.com.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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