Vinous

• By Stephen Tanzer
  November/December 2009, IWC Issue #147 (link)

  (Long Shadows Vintners Collection Chester-Kidder Red Wine Columbia Valley) Subscribe to see review text.

RJonWine.com

• By Richard Jennings
  9/16/2011 (link) 92 points

  (Long Shadows Wineries Chester-Kidder) Opaque red violet color; cocoa, sweet, toasty oak, dried fig nose; tasty, tart berry, tart blueberry, berry jam palate with sweet tannins; needs 2 years; medium-plus finish (45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Syrah, 10% Petit Verdot, 9% Cabernet Franc)

Washington Wine Report

• By Sean Sullivan
  5/11/2011 (link) **** points

  (Long Shadows Chester-Kidder Red Wine Columbia Valley) An intriguing, somewhat subdued aroma profile with brambly berries, black cherry, tobacco and a dusting of chocolate. In contrast, the palate is rich, thick, and lush with tart, tangy fruit flavors and a lingering finish. 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Syrah, 10% Petit Verdot, and 9% Cabernet Franc. Red Mountain, Candy Mountain, Stillwater Creek, 27 Benches, and Weinbau vineyards. Aged 30 months in tight-grained French oak and a limited amount of Hungarian. 14.9% alcohol. 1,689 cases produced. Sample provided by winery.

• By Sean Sullivan
  1/21/2009 (link) **** points

  (Long Shadows Chester-Kidder Columbia Valley) Clove, spice, and aniseed accent rich, dark fruit. A plush wine that has just a trace of sharpness that runs through the palate. The finish hangs. Will be an excellent wine. 44% Cabernet; 37% Syrah; 9% Cab Franc; 9% Petit Verdot; 5% Merlot. To be bottled in March 2009.

Sommelier Journal

• By Jennifer Cossey, CSW
  April 30, 2011 (link)

  (Long Shadows Wineries Chester-Kidder) 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Syrah, 10% Petit Verdot, 9% Cabernet Franc. Aromas of blackberry, plum, and blueberry come together seamlessly with savory spices, herbs, and vanilla. More dark fruits and highlights of raspberry mingle on the palate. The long and luscious finish gives rise to touches of black pepper and rose petal. 1,689 cases made. Winery Spotlight: Long Shadows Winery