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| Drinking window: Drink between 2019 and 2025 (based on 50 user opinions) |
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| Community Tasting Notes (average 91.2 pts. and median of 91 pts. in 18 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by ibglowin on 3/27/2022 & rated 93 points: One of the best wines I have had from this small winery and I have had more than a few bottles over the years. Aromas of fresh blackberry, huckleberry, black pepper, smoked meat and herb are followed by even more pure dark fruit flavors that are rich but still bring a sense of freshness. The purity is absolutely dazzling as is the length on the finish. If this wine was from Paso Robles it would have a MSRP of $60 on it. (935 views) | | | Tasted by 3daywinereview.com on 8/14/2019 & rated 92 points: Cherry, floral, black pepper, spice and blueberries. Medium plus finish and good acidity. Drink now to 2023. (1852 views) | | | Tasted by jmcmchi on 2/10/2019: Funky aromatics blow off after a couple of hours open, developing into predominantly syrah tar. Surprising given the small proportion in the blend
Dark for GSM, nice depth (1706 views) | | | Tasted by Brian Glas on 10/3/2018 & rated 92 points: Another great wine from Kevin White. Nice rich fruit on the palate. Very fine tannins. Good balance between acid and fruit. Long finish. (1860 views) | | | Tasted by garambler on 4/7/2018 & rated 90 points: Friends and I tasted this at the Woodinville tasting room on 4/7/18. It had rich, fresh bouquet of raspberry, cherry, cola, pepper and spice aromas. The palate was rich, subtle and light with flavors that followed the nose. (1944 views) | | | Tasted by fitchbuck on 3/21/2018 & rated 90 points: Rather dark, bold, and high in alc. for a GSM. I prefer my grenache/blends more finessed than this. This would be a worthy get if it were the $15-20 range, so I'm neutral on it. (1574 views) | | | Tasted by jrglm on 3/17/2018 & rated 89 points: This wine falls into the sleeper category for me. Not just a really nice wine for the price, an elegant and nuanced wine, depending on your mood and company. (1041 views) | | | Tasted by Dale M on 12/16/2017 & rated 91 points: Ditto first note and score. (1261 views) | | | Tasted by Dale M on 10/21/2017 & rated 91 points: I've heard good rumblings about this producer and was anxious to wee what's what. Decanted 4 hrs. Pure nose, strong rasberry / framboise that avoids the musky / funky side that often shows up in WA grenache - not meant as pejorative, I like those smells. Repeated on the palate but in a darker hue - and this is were it gets interesting. I know this producer typically makes higher than your average levels of acidity reds - and it shows here - but when you combine it with a VERY hot 2015 vintage that seems to have more structure than one would guess, you get a rather unexpected and very solid wine. All the more for $24. (1442 views) | | | Tasted by jmcmchi on 9/16/2017: Bright red, slight orange tinge on rim
Good bright fruit, nice acidity, lingering spice. Medium body (1065 views) |
| By James Suckling
JamesSuckling.com (3/17/2018)
(Kevin White Winery Yakima Valley La Fraternité, Red, United States) Subscribe to see review text. | By Stephen Tanzer
Vinous, Washington: Various Shades of Hot (Oct 2017) (10/1/2017)
(Kevin White Winery Red Wine La Fraternité Washington Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Paul Zitarelli
Full Pull, Full Pull Super-Fine, Well-Priced Reoffers (9/20/2017)
(Kevin White La Fraternite) Hello friends. Reoffers today on a quartet of super-fine, well-priced reds: Over the last five years, Kevin White has moved from a buzzy, rising star of Washington to one of the truly tested and consistently high-quality producers of our state. He makes ridiculously fine wines at prices that are pretty unusual. In our original offer of the two Kevin White wines listed below, we mentioned that Sean Sullivan would be giving them matching 93 point reviews in the September issue of Wine Enthusiast. Well, September is here, and so are these glowing reviews. On top of the new reviews, both En Hommage and La Fraternité have been included in Seattle Met’s annual Best of Washington Wine feature. We’ve included all of the new press below.See key for # of bottles currently available. | By Paul Zitarelli
Full Pull, Full Pull The Gathering Hordes (+Block Party UPDATE) (7/5/2017)
(Kevin White La Fraternite) Block Party UPDATE: The second annual Sodo Block Party is drawing near! Details below, and tickets available here, but the important piece I want to share today: there’s early-bird ticket pricing ($35) available through July 31. In August, the price goes up to $45, and then it’s $55 for day-of tickets. This was an incredible event last year, and it’s only going to be bigger and better in year two. WHEN: Saturday August 26, 12pm -8pm WHERE: SoDo Urbanworks (Full Pull and our neighboring tasting rooms) WHO: In addition to Full Pull and our neighbors you already know (Kerloo, Latta, Rotie, Sleight of Hand, Structure, Waters), both of the soon-to-open tasting rooms will be participating – that’s Den Hoed and Nine Hats by Long Shadows – as will Schooner Exact Brewing. WHAT: Wine tasting, live music, food trucks, discounted purchases; the works. PICKUP POLICY: Because of the scope and complexity of the event, we will not be able to accommodate any wine pickups on the 26th. Thank you for understanding. ---- Today we’re offering a pair of wines from Full Pull favorite (and list member himself), Kevin White. Over the last five years, Kevin White has moved from a buzzy, rising star of Washington to one of the truly tested and consistently high-quality producers of our state. This year, in his fifth release of La Fraternité and En Hommage, Kevin White has continued to solidify his ranking in Washington winemaking, and according to well-placed sources, both of these wines will be receiving 93pt reviews from Sean Sullivan in the September issue of Wine Enthusiast. It’s a rarity to see 93pt reviews from Sean for wines in the $20s—but, that’s the story of Kevin White. He makes ridiculously nice wines at prices that are pretty unusual. Lucky for all of us. See key for # of bottles currently available. |
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| Kevin White Winery Producer websiteRed Rhone Blend Read about the different grapes used to produce red and white Rhone wines
On CellarTracker, Red Rhone Blend is the term for a wine consisting of two or more of the traditional 13 Southern Rhone grape varieties. Typically it's the Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre or Cinsault grapes, but can also contain the Muscardin, Counoise, Clairette, Bourboulenc, Picpoul, Roussanne, Terret Noir, Picardan or Vaccarese grapes.
A 'food' wine. Lacking pretension and intended for local consumption with local cuisine. Lacks the 'high' notes on a Bordeaux, more earthy and sharper so often a better partner to meat dishes with a sauce. 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.Yakima Valley Wine Yakima Valley |
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