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| Community Tasting Notes (average 89.2 pts. and median of 90 pts. in 47 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by MK9786 on 9/18/2021 & rated 91 points: Very, very tasty. K&L still has a few bottles around. (498 views) | | | Tasted by ronenv on 9/5/2021 & rated 90 points: Mid to full body. Still nice fruit. Can be even smoother within few years. Not too much complexity but definitely have a few layers (478 views) | | | Tasted by chifred on 12/6/2020 & rated 90 points: Very nice mellow fullness on backbone of decent tannin. Lots of fruit, earth, licorice, and other notes. Decanted 60 minutes; moderate debris on decant. Great with Prime Rib Roast. (636 views) | | | Tasted by thebonnydooner on 6/1/2019 & rated 91 points: This was excellent, a very ncie surprise (since it was not in my cellar listing). Drinking very well with soft dark cherry and dark plum fruit. Reasonably soft with fine tannins, nice bite of acidity, but overall this came across as pretty smooth and ripe. Nice long finish. (943 views) | | | Tasted by Fugu Me on 8/21/2017: PnP, Consumed over two nights. Interesting Cab/Syrah blend. Tasting blind, I think I would have guessed Merlot, as it has that round palate-filling quality, but without the velvety texture--more silky. On opening, still fairly tannic and fruit forward, without the astringency others have noted. With air, the tannins smoothed out and, while fruit continued to dominate, tertiary earthen notes emerged. Went well with leftover porterhouse. (1874 views) | | | Tasted by Rick 4 Wine on 6/1/2017 & rated 90 points: Nice wine. Drinking soft and round here with layers of tannins and big fruit (1447 views) | | | Tasted by cincybt on 11/10/2016 & rated 90 points: This took awhile to open up, but completely changed in 90 mins. Went from a tannic bomb with heat to a much smoother profile with some layered fruits and loamy, earthy finishing notes. Big WA wines demand time, but the patience payoff is great, and this one got there in the end. (1759 views) | | | Tasted by cobystilp on 10/28/2016 & rated 90 points: This wine came a long way with an aggressive decant of three hours before drinking. When it was opened it was thin and very astringent with no perceptible tannins. I was about to pour it down the sink when I decided to give it a decant. It turned out to be the right call. It went from a 60 to a 90. (1586 views) | | | Tasted by jayw on 9/9/2016: Flavorful and aromatic on opening, but turned overly astringent and bitter after only 7 hours. Can't believe I paid $47 for this wine from Garagiste. There is much better to be had for half the price. (1437 views) | | | Tasted by Champagneinhand on 3/18/2016 & rated 91 points: Solid big blend of WA State Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Great choice even with a good pizza. (1408 views) | | | Tasted by benny on 9/22/2015 & rated 92 points: Wonderful light red wine. (1363 views) | | | Tasted by Cycledoc on 5/18/2015 & rated 87 points: Nice
Dark fruit and smoke on nose.
Front fruit and mid palate fruit - well balanced
Oak provides a good finish, strong w/out astringent or overpowering.
Glad I have 1 more in the cellar (1307 views) | | | Tasted by W2WineGuy on 1/18/2015 & rated 86 points: OK wine, putting as neutral. pretty acidic, but no tannins that will really balance it out. Better over time, multi-hour decant, may soften in bottle, but just not sure. My guess, leave it be, or really give it a lot of air. (1597 views) | | | Tasted by davidspieker on 11/12/2014 & rated 89 points: Minimal dark fruit and alcohol aroma. Rich dark fruit and earth with nice balance and structure. Short to medium finish. Lots of sediment. Needs some air. (1730 views) | | | Tasted by CloserIam2Wine on 10/25/2014 & rated 87 points: Unremarkable but pleasant quaff, with little complexity and lots of sediment. Structure is nice, medium body with perceptible tannins on the finish balancing +acidity - drink it with food. The fruit will hold on for a bit but I don't know for how long. Will give it a go next year to see how it's holding together. (1603 views) | | | Tasted by cobystilp on 6/2/2014 & rated 90 points: This bottle of wine was opened and drank over five nights. It held together for the entire time. Very nice. Lots of sediment which I usually associate with wines that are getting on with their age. Dark and sweet fruits. Not any stewed prunes. Many years of cellar time left. (1811 views) | | | Tasted by AMC Eagle on 2/23/2014 & rated 89 points: Vinturied into a decanter for 2 hours. Very dark purple with a nose of plums and spice along with some red and black fruits. Black fruits, cassis, and some sweet dark plums on the palate. Fine tannins with some smoothness on the palate; thin; not getting a lot of the syrah profile like everyone else mentioned. (1802 views) | | | Tasted by rumguzzler on 2/14/2014 & rated 87 points: Agree with other reviewers that there aren't many Cab or Syrah characteristics. A bit closed and sweeter / more candy flavors than I'd expect from this. Good, but pricey. (1526 views) | | | Tasted by davidspieker on 2/5/2014 & rated 89 points: This seemed a bit closed and did improve with air. Rich body but nothing really stands out. Hopefully, this will improve in a couple of years. (1418 views) | | | Tasted by nefarm on 1/11/2014: At Barbours with gang. Very well received. (1371 views) | | | Tasted by nefarm on 11/28/2013 & rated 82 points: With Adamses. (1112 views) | | | Tasted by MattMauldin on 11/9/2013 & rated 91 points: Medium bodied in the glass. Notes throughout of redcurrant & cherry, mineral, black pepper, tea, cedar & tobacco. Nicely balanced on the palate between ripe red fruit, bright minerals, and darker depth. Focused throughout, integrated oak, with the Cabernet at the forefront. Bordeaux-like with a silky mid-palate, firm fine tannins, strong acidity, and a full finish. More in the lean, classically styled camp, I found it a really pretty and precise wine. (1038 views) | | | Tasted by GA_Seattle on 9/11/2013 & rated 83 points: Weak, watery wine with faint fruit, no discernible Cabernet or Syrah characteristics. Not a strong effort, something I'd expect more like a $10 price point, very disappointing wine. Hoping it's an off bottle, but doesn't seem overtly tainted in any way. (1798 views) | | | Tasted by Alexepop on 5/22/2013 & rated 86 points: - Purple color - Thin and a bit sharp (1632 views) | | | Tasted by Pedroel on 2/19/2012 & rated 84 points: Not up to Buty's normally high standards. Thin, but with a long finish. Flavors are neither Cab nor Syrah; one dimensional, with little appeal. (2813 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| By Stephen Tanzer
Vinous, November/December 2011, IWC Issue #159
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| Buty Producer websiteRed Blend.USAAmerican wine has been produced since the 1500s, with the first widespread production beginning in New Mexico in 1628. Today, wine production is undertaken in all fifty states, with California producing 84% of all U.S. wine. The continent of North America is home to several native species of grape, including Vitis labrusca, Vitis riparia, Vitis rotundifolia, and Vitis vulpina, but the wine-making industry is based almost entirely on the cultivation of the European Vitis vinifera, which was introduced by European settlers. With more than 1,100,000 acres (4,500 km2) under vine, the United States is the fourth-largest wine producing country in the world, after Italy, Spain, and France.Washington Washington Wine Commission | Credit to Washingtonwine.org for this article
Washington Wine
Washington State is a premium wine producing region located in the northwest corner of the United States. Although a relatively young wine industry, it is now the nation's second largest wine producer and is ranked among the world's top wine regions. Washington wines are found nationally in all 50 states and internationally in more than 40 countries.
Wineries
With 30,000+ acres planted, the state has ideal geography and conditions for growing premium vinifera wine grapes. Primarily grown on their own root stocks, the vines produce grapes of consistent quality, resulting in strong vintages year after year. While its focus is on Chardonnay, Riesling, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, the region also produces a wide range of other spectacular whites and reds.
Growers
Winemakers from all over the world have chosen to establish themselves in Washington, where they can create wines reflecting this region's unique characteristics. Their hand-crafted wines are receiving wide acclaim from critics regionally, nationally and internationally for their consistently high quality. Many of them have received scores of 90 and above from the major wine media. Overall this is a higher percentage than other leading wine regions.
Regions
As the state's fourth largest fruit crop, the Washington wine industry is an important contributor to the long-term preservation of Washington agriculture. The industry is committed to sustainable agricultural practices and conservation of water resources.
Washington State is a premium wine producing region located in the northwest corner of the United States. Although a relatively young wine industry, it is now the nation's second largest wine producer and is ranked among the world's top wine regions. Washington wines are found nationally in all 50 states and internationally in more than 40 countries.
Varieties
Washington produces more than 20 wine grape varieties - a ratio of 56 percent white to 44 percent red. As the industry matures and experiments, it finds many grape varieties that thrive throughout Washington's microclimates. There are more than 16,000 vineyard acres of red wine varieties statewide.
History & Vintages
Washington's wine future is limitless. As consumers discover the quality of Washington wines, demand continues to grow nationally and internationally. New acreage and wine varietals are being planted and new wineries are opening at a remarkable pace. Washington State is recognized as a premium viticultural region around the world.
State Facts
Washington's wine industry generates more than $3 billion to the state economy. It employs more than 14,000 people, directly and indirectly, with projections to add nearly 2,000 more jobs by 2006. In terms of tax revenues accrued to the state and federal government, wine grapes are among the highest tax generators of any agricultural crops. Furthermore, Washington wine tourism attracts nearly two million visitors annually contributing to the positive growth of local and regional economies.
Washington State - the perfect climate for wine = ideal growing conditions, quality wines, business innovation, lifestyle, and social responsibility. All are key elements of this world-class wine industry.
Vintages
"2008 and even more so 2010 and 2011 were cool, even cold vintages (think: 2002 in the Barossa) without the extreme ripeness, extract and higher alcohol that had become the norm in the state’s post 1995 world. 2008 was manageable but the duo of 2010/2011 nearly caused a “great depression” in Washington State." - Jon RimmermanColumbia Valley Columbia Cascade Winery Association
The Columbia Valley AVA lies mostly in Washington state, with a small section in Oregon. The Cascade Range forms its western boundary with the Palouse regions bordering the area to the east. To the north, the Okanogan National Forest forms a border with the AVA and Canada. It encompasses the valleys formed by the Columbia River and its tributaries, including the Walla Walla River, the Snake River, and the Yakima River. The Columbia valley stretches between the 46th parallel and 47th parallel which puts it in line with the well known French wine growing regions of Bordeaux and Burgundy. The northern latitude gives the areas two more hours of additional daylight during the summer growing season than wine regions of California receive. The volcanic and sandy loam soil of the valley offers good drainage and is poor in nutrients, ideal in forcing the vine to concentrate its resources into the grape clusters.Horse Heaven Hills About AVA (Wikipedia) |
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