2006 Long Shadows Wineries Pirouette

• By Stephen Tanzer
  November/December 2009, IWC Issue #147, (See more on Vinous...)

  (Long Shadows Vintners Collection Pirouette Red Wine Columbia Valley) Login and sign up and see review text.

RJonWine.com

• By Richard Jennings
  9/16/2011, (See more on RJonWine.com...) 91 points

  (Long Shadows Wineries Pirouette) Very dark red violet color; oak, roasted berry, plum, cedar, instant coffee crystals nose; plush, black fruit, berry, coffee palate with sweet tannins; medium-plus finish 91+ points (54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot, 5% Syrah)

Garagiste

• By Jon Rimmerman
  11/12/2009, (See more on Garagiste...)

  (Pirouette) Box Dear Friends, Long Shadows has received a heap of critical praise lately, mostly for their top 2005 and 2006 portfolio, and we've been offered a few limited wood boxes of the Vintner's Collection (2006) - almost all of these were offered as "winery only" packs but a few have been handed around to retail in the immediate area (as far as I know, none of the packs made it outside of the NW - the winery is already completely sold out of all the 2006's so this is the last of the vintage - they are moving on to 2007 for the red wines). This is a great way to get a feel for this detailed and modern Washington State winery at a price that is below market for each item. Long Shadows has the highest aspirations for all of their wines and they will not be satisfied until their stable is considered the best of its type in the US. Considering the recent acclaim and relative obscurity of these 6-packs, this is a bargain at the mid-upper end (today's Tanzer will only add fuel to the fire - none of the wines in the portfolio received less than 90pts). A wood box was specially made for this set - it is handsomely etched and would be a terrific gift for someone special that enjoys the finest high-impact/fussed over domestic wines. Inside each pack you will receive: 1 - 2006 Pirouette 1 - 2006 Feather 1 - 2006 Pedestal 1 - 2006 Sequel 1 - 2006 Saggi 1 - 2005 Chester-Kidder (CK is always released late, thus the 2005, which was a behemoth vintage in Twice Walla) This is a one-time offer - the winery is giving us approximately 14 hours from now (seriously - 9:00am tomorrow) to take possession of the lot or they are going into their library for release a decade down the road: Long Shadows Vintner's Collection LIMITED wood 6-pack (focus: 2006) Thank you, Jon Rimmerman Garagiste Seattle, WA WA9970

Washington Wine Report

• By Sean Sullivan
  7/23/2009, (See more on Washington Wine Report...) ***** points

  (Long Shadows Pirouette Columbia Valley) Again, lots of anise, mocha powder, and spice along with a fair amount of caramel. Quite similar on the nose to the 2005. A rich, fruity, syrupy wine with well integrated tannins and a lot of texture. Throwing a good deal of sediment. 54% Cabernet; 20% Merlot; 15% Petit Verdot; 6% Cab Franc; 5% Syrah. 14.6% alcohol. 1,733 cases produced.

Sommelier Journal

• By Jennifer Cossey, CSW
  April 30, 2011, (See more on Sommelier Journal...)

  (Long Shadows Wineries Pirouette) 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 15% Petit Verdot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 5% Syrah. First impressions are of black plum, blackberry, blackcurrant, and blood orange, followed by vanilla, clove, and a slight earthiness. On the palate, lavender tones and a velvety mouthfeel give way to an elegant and lasting finish. 1,733 cases made. Winery Spotlight: Long Shadows Winery