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| Community Tasting History |
| Community Tasting Notes (average 89.4 pts. and median of 91 pts. in 34 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by klezman on 11/15/2022: Started off a bit weird, thought it might be corked. But it wasn't, it just took some time to open up. Very nice Cab Franc showing lots of fruit from the sun but plenty of acidity to balance it all out. (1000 views) | | | Tasted by jfagan on 5/30/2022 & rated 89 points: Still interesting but clearly starting to dry out. Tasted over two days. Drink up. (748 views) | | | Tasted by ChrisinCowiche on 10/16/2019 & rated 90 points: Deep and intense wine with good Franc character. Solid but not as mellowed as I'd expect/hope for a wine with this age. A bit austere. (1668 views) | | | Tasted by shorty01 on 12/30/2017 & rated 91 points: At a nice stage, but not hurry on this one. (1626 views) | | | Tasted by bacchus on 9/29/2017 & rated 90 points: shared with pat at selkirk manor to celebrate the end of the work week. pulled this bottle since several notes suggest that it is in its prime drinking window. i agree that the wine drinks beautifully now. but, at 14.7 alcohol, it packs quite a punch. therefore, i am disappointed that i purchased only one bottle since i believe that this wine will continue to evolve for some time to come. i have come to appreciate the cab franc grape from many parts of the world. this is an excellent example. generous nose and mouth feel. dark color, dark fruit flavors. long finish. no funk in this bottle.
shout out to tall mike wine: there is no way that you could ever catch me consuming horse dung. even if coated with my favorite chocolate. to paraphrase the old saying, pig in an evening gown is still a pig, dung covered in chocolate is still dung. i am grateful that he did not have to deal with this quagmire in my bottle. (1690 views) | | | Tasted by Panchoricardo on 9/24/2017 & rated 84 points: Needs drinking. Lovely fruit sustained by high alcohol. (1626 views) | | | Tasted by TallMikeWine on 6/6/2017 & rated 90 points: Oh, some good old fashioned FUNK in this one. Like a really dirty, barnyard, sort of chocolate covered horse dung. No, really. In a good way (work with me here). The fruit is there, humming along nicely, but for the first hour the funk was in command! Whoot! Drink now, and feel the funk. That is all! (1709 views) | | | Tasted by TallMikeWine on 4/13/2017 & rated 90 points: Now it's time! Or at least getting to be that time. Lovely cocoa and rose petal notes on the nose. Red and blue fruit, with violets on the palate. Still feels like there's "something" missing. But good, good, good. The window is just beginning to open. (1484 views) | | | Tasted by bbcc66 on 11/6/2016 & rated 89 points: Nice tasty darker fruits consistent throughout the bottle. (1480 views) | | | Tasted by bbcc66 on 11/14/2015 & rated 91 points: Consistent with 4/12/15 note. Rush of big, vibrant, delicious fruits in the first glass that stayed pretty much consistent throughout the bottle. (2075 views) | | | Tasted by bbcc66 on 4/12/2015 & rated 90 points: Decanted for 2 hrs. Nice fruity nose. Smooth tastes of dark fruits with a nice finish. (2541 views) | | | Tasted by Ben Christiansen on 2/11/2015: Very pronounced and lovely right now. (2775 views) | | | Tasted by ebohling on 11/15/2014 & rated 89 points: Still young (2487 views) | | | Tasted by Rich S on 10/18/2014 & rated 91 points: Popped and poured at a restaurant. Dark berry fruit on the nose with a bit of blueberry jam, purple florals and some nice underlying earthy, slightly green notes and a hint of spicy oak. Really nice. Similar flavors on the palate with a good mix of fruit and earthy, medium+ acid and tannins. Smooth mouthfeel and finished with a touch of dark chocolate. Enjoyed this wine quite a bit and it drank very well with a grilled strip steak. I will seek this out. (2343 views) | | | Tasted by wadcorp on 6/28/2014 & rated 89 points: Sharp blackberry & bramble fruits. Robust tannins. Alcohol a bit more prominent that expected (14.7%). Hopefully will settle down in time. Hold for at least two more years. (2158 views) | | | Tasted by TallMikeWine on 6/12/2014: Don't do it….way too young (but pretty delicious). (1779 views) | | | Tasted by Ben Christiansen on 2/10/2014: Wow, on day two with just a touch poured off the neck from the bottle this thing is on fire. Pronounced perfume, lots of violets and wild herb, a leaner mid palate (and I mean that as a compliment) and then just a gutsy two punch finish. I'm liking it more and more, and I think that is more the wine then me. (2256 views) | | | Tasted by shorty01 on 2/2/2014 & rated 91 points: Reminded me of a Graves, with tobacco leaf and spice. The fruit was somewhat restrained, but presented in a way that made it obvious that eventually this Cab Franc will be a real pleaser. It just needs a few years for the dark berry fruit and oak to complete it's courtship. Potential to be very special. (1807 views) | | | Tasted by RPerro on 1/18/2014 & rated 91 points: Awesome wine! Fruit forward (cherry, blueberry) but with ample structure and secondary notes of earth and tobacco. Perfect pairing with pizza. (1822 views) | | | Tasted by GTFreek on 8/21/2013: Delicious lush profile, pepper, lightly spiced earth, blackberry, medium plus tannins. Nice crowd pleaser. (1801 views) | | | Tasted by wpiers on 8/3/2013 & rated 90 points: Lots of depth, black cherry, chocolate. Very nice with a spice rubbed rib eye. (1586 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| Owen Roe Producer website
With vineyards throughout the Pacific Northwest, Owen Roe, named after a 17th century Irish patriot who dedicated his life to political equality and freedom, is owned and run by Jerry Owen and David O'Reilly (winemaker). Their aim is to source only the very best fruit from top sites in Oregon and Washington, handle it gently in the winery, and produce wines of superior balance and quality. Cabernet Franc Varietal character (Appellation America) | Wines & Vines articleUSAAmerican 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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