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| Drinking window: Drink between 2015 and 2017 (based on 4 user opinions) |
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| Community Tasting Notes (average 88.9 pts. and median of 89 pts. in 23 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by IlonaN on 12/21/2018 & rated 89 points: From double magnum. Medium bodied, nicely integrated blend that pleased everyone on Christmas Eve. (1785 views) | | | Tasted by Z1nnfull on 5/2/2018 & rated 87 points: Pretty bland and unimpressive for this price point as others have pointed out. Not sure where the higher Community rating came from, but this is our third bottle and they were all 87. OK, nothing special, especially for that price. Can not recommend, will not purchase any further.
For what its worth, it is drink now. (2405 views) | | | Tasted by mikeydaz on 4/28/2018: Gave to Trainas 4-28-18 (2346 views) | | | Tasted by mikeydaz on 4/28/2018: Gave to Trainas (2416 views) | | | Tasted by Bernieghg on 3/3/2018: Pretty bland for that price and supposed good rating. (2421 views) | | | Tasted by Z1nnfull on 12/18/2017 & rated 87 points: Second bottle, same as 9/2/2016, just nothing special for that price.
Can't agree with some of the ratings I have seen on this site and elsewhere 90 and over. Not even close to that. Are we getting to the point that everything is a 5-star like Trip Advisor?
It certainly was pleasant and nothing off-putting for a $20 red blend, but the Cab which was pleasant on the nose did not come through on the taste. Overall a pleasant wine, but there are plenty of Washington state red blends from big producers like Columbia Crest that make as good if not better red blends for even less money. Thus, can not recommend and will not re-buy (1304 views) | | | Tasted by MatttyD on 3/12/2017 & rated 86 points: Medium body, medium acidity, walnut bite on the nose. Then, surprisingly easy drinking. Balanced fruits without getting to "yum!" Great compliment to the steak, asparagus and sautéed portobellos. (2077 views) | | | Tasted by MW18 on 12/30/2016 & rated 85 points: Just ok (2199 views) | | | Tasted by EPiry on 11/27/2016 & rated 93 points: Aroma: Clove, vanilla, oak, leather, tabaco
Pallet: smooth with some tannins. Red fruits, with spices of clove and cinnamon.
Very well balanced. (2370 views) | | | Tasted by Z1nnfull on 9/2/2016 & rated 87 points: Can't agree with some of the ratings I have seen on this site and elsewhere 90 and over; the wine mags at 89 are closer to the truth. It certainly was pleasant and nothing off-putting for an under $20 red blend, but the Cab which was pleasant on the nose did not come through on the taste. It was a touch on the thin side, struggling to be medium-bodied. Overall a pleasant wine, but there are plenty of Washington state red blends from big producers like Columbia Crest that make as good if not better red blends for even less money. Thus, can not recommend and will not re-buy.
We did let this breathe and decanted; I think it might have more "pop" to it as a pop and pour. (2492 views) | | | Tasted by GTFreek on 8/17/2016: 59/23/11/7 Cabernet/Merlot/Syrah/Malbec. Only 50% oak, 20% of that new. Medium minus nose shows dark fruit, mocha, baking spice. Palate is approachable, easy tasty fruit right away, chocolate, blackberry, black jam, sweet pepper, mocha. A nice drink now style that is a crowd pleaser and good QPR. (2401 views) | | | Tasted by NashvilleWineCouple on 2/11/2016 & rated 92 points: Very nice, especially at the price point. Best with food. A nice smooth taste, no hot alcohol taste -- more fruit forward. We'll be buying more. (2063 views) | | | Tasted by rwillis102 on 1/26/2016 & rated 91 points: Working my way through a case of this. At a cost of less than $12/bottle from Safeway (on sale), this has become my recent daily consume. I do enjoy a good red blend. (1739 views) | | | Tasted by objective rater on 5/24/2015 & rated 91 points: Solid reasonably priced bottle for when you have non-wine snob guests over the house. You will enjoy it, too! (2004 views) |
| Pendulum producer website2013 Pendulum Red Table WineVarietal Blend: 59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 11% Syrah, 7% Malbec
Appellation: Columbia Valley
Vineyards: Alder Ridge Vineyard, Canyon Ranch Vineyard, and Williard Vineyard
Oak: 30% barrel aged in mix of French and American oak (20% new oak)
Fining: None
Aging: 15 months
Malolactic: 100%
Yeast: Premier Cuvee, Pasteur Red
pH: 3.85
TA: 4.8 g/L
Alcohol: 13.5%
Bottling Date: January 22-28, 2015
Harvest Date: October/November 2013Red Blend.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.Columbia Valley Columbia Valley Winery Association |
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