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| Community Tasting Notes (average 91.5 pts. and median of 91 pts. in 60 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by CheviotCellar on 4/23/2021 & rated 90 points: Pours pitch black. Astringent and sharp upon opening. Does better with 1-2 hours of air. Nose has black cassis, blackberry, floral spice, bergamot. Taste is nicely soft with cherry, marzipan, cinnamon oak. Alcohol is hot and starting to separate, just beginning its decline I think. Finish has more oak and hot alcohol, almost whiskey like.
Should have followed other recent reviews and had with a meal. (919 views) | | | Tasted by eszencia on 9/7/2020: Bouquet of berries on the nose, cassis dominant. Oak showed in spice and saddle. Smooth mouthfeel and finish. Not very complex, but enough structure to pair well with an exceptional Boeuf Bourguignon. (1029 views) | | | Tasted by dalemosier on 12/20/2019 & rated 91 points: Did a big dinner party with 3 big reds: 1988 Mouton Rothschild, 2000 Neal fifteen forty and 2008 Chester Kidder. Chester Kidder came in last. I would have given this a lower rating except it was paired against such great wines that I think its lack of depth would not have been observed if not compared to the other two. (1158 views) | | | Tasted by golfhawk on 6/18/2017 & rated 91 points: A very interesting wine that really shined with food. It had some dark fruits with a spice box mid palate. Would be rated lower if drank on it's own but with the brats and Belgium Mustards it was a treat. (2376 views) | | | Tasted by EvanRose on 12/22/2016 & rated 92 points: Lucious (2645 views) | | | Tasted by Chrisandjennie on 11/25/2016: Jazz alley after thanksgiving with mom chris Karen and Marilyn �� (1876 views) | | | Tasted by RPerro on 7/4/2016 & rated 90 points: Great nose on the pop, but flavors took at least an hour to show up in full force. It was rather bland at first, only showing the full body and megafruit after an hour or more of air. Cassis, blackberry, earth and a touch of vanilla. Drink now with air, through 2020. (2005 views) | | | Tasted by EvanRose on 6/12/2015 & rated 88 points: light, fruit forward, dark fruit, plum, lush on the palate, medium finish. (2645 views) | | | Tasted by Mountster27 on 5/11/2015 & rated 92 points: As good as everyone else has said. Hadn't had it when it was younger, but it's well balanced now with a smooth supple finish.
(1572 views) | | | Tasted by cpdwines on 4/10/2015 & rated 90 points: Magnum format. It can wait, but it was also very drinkable now. (1432 views) | | | Tasted by bklynfoodie on 1/17/2015 & rated 94 points: Definitely worth the price and ready to drink now. Decanted 1 hour, which mellowed out the oak. Powerful but lush. On the palate, plum, herb, spice, and cocoa. Elegant finish. Wish I had a case of it. (1557 views) | | | Tasted by Jwharnish on 8/31/2014 & rated 93 points: Drinking very well!! No need to lay down much longer. (2092 views) | | | Tasted by brouigu1 on 7/27/2014 & rated 89 points: Solid wine and decent QPR.
This is dark purple wine in the glass, almost Syrah like. The nose is hefty with black fruits and plenty of oak.
Decently integrated fruits with smooth tannin. Along side of the fruits are leather, spices and that oak, plenty of oak but surprisingly not over the top.
Good daily drinker. (1611 views) | | | Tasted by Rangeldoug on 5/16/2014 & rated 91 points: Lots of oak at first, but after we let it breathe for about an hour the oak seemed to mellow out and move to the background. Overall was well balanced and very approachable. Solid value, would definitely drink this one again. (1751 views) | | | Tasted by wiscgrad on 3/7/2014 & rated 91 points: very well made. lots of blue fruit. would pair nicely with food. velvety tannins. Not sure if its worth $50, but quite tasty (1832 views) | | | Tasted by brunellolover on 12/23/2013 & rated 92 points: Big fan of Long Shadows wines. (2010 views) | | | Tasted by blabbott on 12/21/2013 & rated 92 points: This was quite tasty, big and full of flavor. (1522 views) | | | Tasted by GTFreek on 8/7/2013: From French winemaker Gilles Nicault. 61/29/6/4 Cab/Syrah/Petit Verdot/Franc. 30 months French oak. Oak jumps out at first, some light spice, lush black fruit promise. On the palate it's big, powerful, yet approachable, kind of a high end Napa style but it's ready now. Black layers, blue layers, spiced oak, chocolate in there, light pepper, nice complexities all around. (2035 views) | | | Tasted by kenhoeve on 6/27/2013 & rated 92 points: All potential at this point, the components are there. Drink with food or do not touch. Big dirty and fruity nose wafts from the bottle on corking. Keeping in mind the tannins are ripping here, the palate is really nice. Black cherry, plum, herb, cocoa powder, fresh berry, little forest floor and horse action after I just had a bit of chocolate. There is a boatload of freshness in this after some air where the wild berry component really comes into play. The structure is strong, full bodied, very balanced, med+ acid, fresh, and dry tannins that will tear your face off if you dare to drink alone. Does it get any more Bordeaux than this and how did I miss the Syrah being the dirty component? Very Cab driven if you are wondering and the only question mark here is how elegant it gets. 92-94 (1907 views) | | | Tasted by oropeza on 6/23/2013 & rated 94 points: fruit nose, fruit and minerality in the mouth. great mouth feel and finish. ready to drink now
bought a bottle (1786 views) | | | Tasted by CultCabKing on 6/12/2013: Great balance, terrific fruit with a little wood and licorice in the finish. One of the better Columbia Valley wines I have tasted. Holds up well with pork chops or aged beef. (1706 views) | | | Tasted by isaacjamesbaker on 3/15/2013 & rated 92 points: Blind Tasting - Red Blends from California and Washington (My Place - Washington, DC): Dense aromas, but with air they started coming out to play, showing cherry sauce, wild blueberry, African violets and sweet coconut. Silky but incredibly rich, as waves of blueberry, cassis and cocoa powder cover the palate. The secondary flavors of earth, dust, cedar and granite need five-plus years to fully develop. A stunning red blend that's built for the long haul. (2336 views) | | | Tasted by ntrubee on 12/20/2012 & rated 91 points: Day two. Still a little tight. Black fruit, maybe tobacco, very long fish. Wait a year or two for next one (1426 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| By Stephen Tanzer
Vinous, November/December 2012, IWC Issue #165
(Long Shadows Vintners Collection Chester-Kidder Red Wine Columbia Valley) Subscribe to see review text. | By Sean Sullivan
Washington Wine Report (2/26/2013)
(Long Shadows Chester-Kidder Red Wine Columbia Valley) A moderately aromatic wine with toast, dried blackberries, spice, and chocolate. As the wine opens, Syrah’s smoky notes come to the fore along with mineral notes. Coats the palate from end to end with rich bittersweet chocolate and cherry flavors with a lingering finish. 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Syrah, 6% Petit Verdot, and 4% Cabernet Franc. 14.7% alcohol. Candy Mountain, StoneTree, Weinbau, and other vineyards. 14.7% alcohol **** points |
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https://unwindwine.blogspot.com/2018/11/thanksgiving-feast-features-rhone-wine.htmlRed 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.Columbia Valley Columbia Valley Winery Association |
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