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| Drinking window: Drink between 2017 and 2020 (based on 39 user opinions) |
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| Community Tasting Notes (average 89.4 pts. and median of 89 pts. in 12 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by VlgJeff on 1/17/2023 & rated 88 points: PnP but better with some air -- maybe a 15 minute decant. The color was a medium purple. Lots of dark fruits on the nose which follow on to the medium bodied palate where they are joined by touches of spice and earth. The acidity was a bit soft and although the majority of tannins were resolved, there were still some drying tannins. Overall, this appeared to be a simple wine that should hold for at least a couple of years. (198 views) | | | Tasted by Atlantean on 6/4/2020 & rated 89 points: Took 2 hours to open up. Surprised that it was softer than the WA left bank blend after it got going. (969 views) | | | Tasted by Bobc7had on 8/24/2019 & rated 89 points: nice but starting to fade. drink up (1143 views) | | | Tasted by joraesque on 12/20/2017 & rated 87 points: Very closed upon opening. Became more approachable after 60 minutes of decanting, though it continued to be underwhelming. 14.5% ABV. (1609 views) | | | Tasted by jeginmt on 2/27/2017 & rated 91 points: After breathing for a few hours it opened up nicely. Dark red, full bodied, dark fruit flavors, smooth tannins. (1757 views) | | | Tasted by jmcmchi on 6/11/2016 & rated 91 points: Experimented with this after some tastings earlier in the day; N thought mourvedre would go well with lamb and flageolets....it did, and how
Soft acidity and savoury tannins ending in a red earthy minerality. Not as earthy as Southern French comparators, but still showing nice layers. Needs lot of air at this stage, pop n pour is a few years away (1734 views) | | | Tasted by CMSATTS24 on 5/29/2016 & rated 92 points: complex, but smooth and ready to drink without much time to decant (980 views) | | | Tasted by jmcmchi on 3/11/2016: Two tastings with consistent notes;
Red spice on nose
Soft, leathery tannins. Almost creamy mouthfeel, dark leather and spicy minerals running onto a soft tannin finish (868 views) |
| Chateau Ste. Michelle Producer websiteMourvèdreClick here to see Mourvedre photographed at Tablas Creek Vineyards in Paso Robles, Calif., in 2005.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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