4/14/2024 - hckschr40 Likes this wine: 90 points

Very, very light ruby.

PNP Wet stones and raspberries on the nose. I would 100% put this as a WV Pinot blind.

Dried raspberries, spice, charcoal and medium acidity on the palate. But mostly spice. Dried fruit comes through on the finish to rule out Pinot, but this is lacking for a Grenache.

Edit: an hour of air sees red fruit coming through on this (in a 10-minute span), and a more balanced and approachable wine. Rating raised to 90.

The winery says to drink this soon as it doesn’t age as long as the Little g from the cooler climate Columbia Valley. It’s hard to see the fruit coming through on this, which is the only thing that would improve it.

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7/21/2023 - keenercoug Likes this wine: 77 points

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7/23/2023 - keenercoug Likes this wine: 78 points

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4/10/2024 - keenercoug Likes this wine: 88 points

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4/4/2024 - WinePaddle Likes this wine: 89 points

Great wine after an hour of air exposure.

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4/3/2024 - mojotojo Likes this wine: 91 points

Very nice Rhone blend that is heavy on Mourvedre (70%). Very smooth and silky, with cassis, smoke, salami, tapenade, spice and a strong mineral streak. Still on the tannic side, but not overly. They just need to soften and integrate a bit. While not quite as lush as the '15, this bottle is still very enjoyable. It can go at least a decade.

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3/31/2024 - carrtoonian Likes this wine: 92 points

Complex for a white. Roussanne adds a layer of depth the Viognier needs and it is rounded out by the Marsanne. Pineapple and tropical fruits. Definitely chill well and leave on ice for a delightful Spring beverage.

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3/31/2024 - hckschr40 Likes this wine: 91 points

Very tropical up front, with lemon citrus and honeysuckle. Mouthfeel rounds out nicely with a few swirls, and the gently acidic finish lingers.

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3/28/2024 - sophiesmom Likes this wine: 91 points

As always, excellent

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3/22/2024 - DbertCellar Likes this wine: 91 points

Very nice bottle of wine, aromatic, tangy, bright citrus acidity, delicious with Chilean Seabass

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3/9/2024 - DrBad Likes this wine: 89 points

Fun bottle of bubbles for the price. On the sweet side with peaches, strawberry and ginger.

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3/7/2024 - Mallards wrote: 88 points

Part of our Washington Wine Wednesday series: Nice red fruits on the nose. No Rocks Funk like other Rotie - makes sense since grapes aren't from their estate vineyard. Lots of red fruits and slightly herbally in the taste. We were calling this wine "Washington" Oregon Pinot. When you look at many descriptions of this wines, it appears we aren't alone in this assessment. Versatile wine that will be good with food or as a stand alone. We'll likely go with just 1 in future Rotie allocations.

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3/3/2024 - hcnate wrote: 92 points

Bright, cranberry hue. Little funk in the background, lighter background notes.

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2/29/2024 - Mallards wrote: 86 points

Nose: Red fruits, floral notes, red cherries. Taste: Light bodied and fruity. Not necessarily a Rotie favorite. Pleasant and easy drinking. Wife’s comments - Not as funky as expected. Likes the wine, but many other Rotie wines seem to leap out of the glass with flavor, but not this one. Will avoid purchasing from Wine Club.

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2/27/2024 - DrBad Likes this wine: 94 points

Drank over several nights without too much change in the wine. Nice value for a very good wine. Classy, well balanced, not too much over the top funk but just enough to let you know it's WW.

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2/24/2024 - The Wine Write Likes this wine: NR

Meaty, savory, briny Rocks profile. Really nice value, too.

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2/24/2024 - rwpeter Likes this wine: 92 points

For the price what a great wine. I do get a hint of funk but also dark fruit. Stone. And this is young. Should age for another few years.

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2/21/2024 - Pedroel Likes this wine: 93 points

Starts out overly rocky, with that characteristic funk, but has great nose, full flavors, mouthfeel and finish. Then, after about 4 hours, the funk mellows and everything comes into balance. I preferred the Tablas at the winery, but another comparison may be necessary.

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2/18/2024 - wino121 wrote: 91 points

Not sure what’s not to like here, very approachable, tasty, fun to drink

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9/16/2023 - KayB Likes this wine: 93 points

Earthy, black cherry, oak and later coffee and caramel. Needs time for sure.

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2/10/2024 - lockestep Likes this wine: 88 points

Fresh, bright fruit, easy drinking. These do not seem to pick up a lot of interest with age, so I would drink on the younger side.

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2/11/2024 - Mallards wrote: 94 points

A dream come true Rhône Red Blend. 65% Mourvèdre, 20% Grenache, 15% Syrah. My comments: Limited nose. Big dark fruits in the mouth. Snipes Mountain AVA which reminds me of CA’s Howell Mountain for its delivery of bigness to this wine. Will definitely take allocation and more in future offerings. Big, bold, well worth $45. Wifey comments: Red fruit with earthy base. Rhône grapes stand out. Deserving of a high rating.

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2/10/2024 - Chefjakeblaine Likes this wine: NR

75% Syrah 25% Grenache

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2/9/2024 - DrBad Likes this wine: 91 points

Almost Pinot Noir like, this is a good example of the versatility and variety of the Grenache grape. Light opacity with bright cherry red in color. Light body. Tangy cherry and strawberry, orange peel and spices. A nice red wine to go along with lighter meals like seafood, we enjoyed it with seared salmon.

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