Important Update From the Founder

Betz Fall 2019 Pick-up

Tasted September 8, 2019 by joraesque with 95 views

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White

2017 Quinta Essentia Chenin Blanc South Africa, Coastal Region, Stellenbosch

91 points

More concentrated than last time. Great focus.

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Red

2017 Betz Family Bésoleil USA, Washington, Columbia Valley

89 points

Same feminine character as in the past but more woodiness. 20% whole cluster fruit.
88-89

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Red

2017 Sunu Pinot Noir Willamette Valley USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley

90 points

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Red

2017 Betz Family Syrah Domaine de Pierres USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley

91 points

Fuller than in the past, yet round and approachable.
91+

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Red

2017 Betz Family Syrah La Serenne USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley

90 points

The Shirley Temple in Betz's portfolio; 58% whole cluster.

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Red

2017 Betz Family Syrah La Côte Rousse USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Red Mountain

91 points

Needs 1+ years. Great medley of flavors.
91-92

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Red

2017 Betz Family Syrah La Côte Patriarche USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley

92 points

The most serious bottling in the lineup, yet more approachable than La Côte Rousse. 50% whole cluster.
91-92

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