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 Vintage2004 Label 1 of 19 
TypeRed
ProducerColumbia Crest (web)
VarietyShiraz
DesignationTwo Vines
Vineyardn/a
CountryUSA
RegionWashington
SubRegionColumbia Valley
AppellationColumbia Valley
UPC Code(s)088586001338, 088586003073

Drinking Windows and Values
Drinking window: Drink between 2007 and 2010 (based on 30 user opinions)

Community Tasting History

Community Tasting Notes (average 83.1 pts. and median of 83 pts. in 19 notes) - hiding notes with no text

 Tasted by Squeeze on 5/12/2009 & rated 80 points: No complexity, no length; overall flavor not particulary well integrated (3942 views)
 Tasted by Cobbster on 2/18/2009 & rated 85 points: I agree with 'yetdog's comments...stewed fruit mostly. Not off the cliff yet, but hanging by a grape vine. (4051 views)
 Tasted by yetdog on 1/6/2009 & rated 85 points: A cheap wine but surprisingly drinkable. A bit harsh with a noise full of stewed tomatoes, stewed fruit, and a palatte of the same. Decent for everyday but probably won't purchase again. Tastes cheap. (4387 views)
 Tasted by Rynoh on 12/16/2008 & rated 79 points: Good for $5, but doesn't offer as much taste as other wines (4011 views)
 Tasted by cassel on 4/16/2008 & rated 82 points: Fruity, light, simple not worth buying again. (4336 views)
 Tasted by cassel on 2/19/2008 & rated 83 points: Lighter style (1838 views)
 Tasted by Canadian Chris on 1/15/2008 & rated 82 points: dark purple colour. On the nose a lot of fruit - red cherry preserve, some raspberry, strawberry and a butterscotch-ee kind of smell. Almost an overripe fruit kind of sweetness to the nose. Very weighty, almost syrupy mouthfeel with lots of cherries, almost ripe strawberry, rhubarb, and then clove and nutmeg. The finish starts sweet and moves into a fresh out of the oven spice cake kind of profile which is nice. Fruit flavours a little over the top for me. (2272 views)
 Tasted by MagnumGourmet on 12/21/2007: Wow, this was not showing well tonght. Aroma of stewed tomatoes. On the palate there was more stewed flavors, this time of plums and prunes. Would not purchase. (2053 views)
 Tasted by J_Hayden on 12/20/2007 & rated 85 points: Varietal Tour - Cheap and Blind (A & J's): Nice purple red color, straight forward jammy fruit nose, followed by obvious big fruit. Bit of heat. Good QPR. (2532 views)
 Tasted by YSO191 on 12/10/2007 & rated 88 points: Simple, fruity, a touch of sweetness on the finish. A very good QPR wine at ~$6.00. Nothing to say 'wow' about, nothing to detract either. The epitome of a pleasant every day wine. (2241 views)
 Tasted by MagnumGourmet on 11/22/2007: Brought over to my parents for Thanksgiving dinner. Did not get to try any of this wine. My cousin consumed one whole bottle of this so I figure it probably tasted decent. Would purchase again for a party. (2075 views)
 Tasted by green-steve on 7/15/2007 & rated 83 points: Nice wine for the price. Dark purple/red color. Nice cherry/berry on the nose and a very fruit forward palate. Good acidity and fine tannins. Went well with a red peppers, basil, romano pasta dish. Will buy more when on sale. (2246 views)
 Tasted by BSpdx on 5/8/2007 & rated 87 points: Well balanced and juicy with a nose of wet earth. Followed by sour cherries, plums and a surprisingly long finish that hints of cranberries. Well made and easy to drink, at this price point I highly recommend. (2370 views)
 Tasted by stranman on 3/10/2007 & rated 79 points: Wine opened up nicely with decanting. Fruit forward and tasty, but finish was non-descript. A good Tuesday night wine that went well with Spanish rice and marinated chicken. (2538 views)

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By Jeb Dunnuck
JebDunnuck.com, Bonus Reviews (11/22/2007)
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Columbia Crest

Producer website

2004 Columbia Crest Shiraz Two Vines

The final blend includes Viognier and Grenache.

Shiraz

Varietal article (Wikipedia) | Varietal character (Appellation America)

USA

American 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 Rimmerman

Columbia 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.

Columbia Valley

Columbia Valley Winery Association

 
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