Alas - the last Uriah in my cellar. Fruit less bold and the wine overall is less complex than the others - this bottle is definitely fading a bit. Palate still has the spices but the fruit, while not stewed, definitely seems like it is going on the palate (but still present on the nose).
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Cherry red and burgundy colors, not purple. Bordeaux blend, Merlot/Cab Franc dominant. Powerful earthy aromas and ripe fruit. Not overdone, but very ripe. Has a funky element that adds character and doesn't detract at all. Great flavor without being heavy, the acids are mild, the tannins are resolved but have something of a presence to allow the wine some life and 'grip', however, it doesn't seem like it'll improve and is in a fairly yummy and decadent place at the moment. I got this one at Costco on a '97' closeout, but it was probably still high 20s. I bet it retails in the 50s, tastes very fancy and polished. Has what I call the 'neapolitan ice-cream sandwich' flavor, but has a level of sophistication that steps it up a notch.
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Decanted and let breath for 90 minutes but really opened up after two hours. Silky mouth feel with a core of dark chocolate flavor. Very delicate, but very enjoyable. It’s in a great drinking spot now…hard to believe it will continue to benefit from additional long term cellaring.
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The Merlot base exudes smoothness while the Cabernet Franc spiciness shines through. This was dark garnet colored, medium full bodied, Wine Spectator called it 'broad and expressive', black berry and black raspberry fruits accented by pepper, spice, black olive and notes of black olive, expresso and green herbs turning to fine grained tannins on a lingering finish. https://unwindwine.blogspot.com/2021/05/spring-valley-2013-blends-uriah-vs.html
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This wine maker is truly underrated— this is a really solid bottle with tons of depth, the Cab Feanc and Merlot dance effortlessly across the palate. Pounding this juice is easy because it’s just that good- but a veteran will savor each drip!
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Lighter red color for Bordeaux blend Nose: pepper, warm spice. Cherry Flavor: Chinese five spice, ginger Mouthfeel: mild acidity, smooth, velvety, warm. Min tannins
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The wine looks purple colored. The legs are medium. There is no sediment in the bottle. It smells like blueberry and cherry. It tastes like strawberry, cherry, black olive and geranium. The body is medium. The wine has smooth texture. The wine finishes medium. The wine has medium acidity.
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Cherries and strawberries on the nose. Medium body, red and dark fruit on the palette with notes of spice, vanilla, and lightly toasted oak, enveloped by smooth tannins and moderate acidity. Nicely balanced structure with a smooth, medium-length finish.
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If I can be honest, this didn't stand out in a recent tasting, but I've always loved Spring Valley wines. It really showed itself nicely though and was delicious with a grilled, summer meal.
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More for #WAWineMonth. Medium purplish ruby edges with deeper core. A bit tight on the nose with some savory elements as well as herbs, spices and dark currants. Quite dry with medium tannins (6.5/10) and medium bodied. Red cherries on the palate with cocoa, cassis, spices and a touch earthy. Medium plus to long finish. Drink till 2023.
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Competently made wine but not terribly exciting. Blackberry, blackcurrant and minty cedar surround a somewhat distracting core of alcoholic heat. Fresh berries, medium acid and light tannins on the medium-weight palate. More heat at the end. Good weekday wine but priced closer to what I'd grab for the weekend.
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Berries to the nose. Mostly chocolate with prune at first taste. The wine starts harsh but mellows through the finish. Medium length finish with cherry being predominant lingering flavor. Wine needs time to improve but I sense that this will get better.
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8/19/2023 - kistdg wrote: 92 Points
Enjoyed w grilled ribeye & shrooms. Very nice Merlot based WA St Bordeaux blend. 45 min ox
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12/9/2022 - Botte515 Likes this wine: 90 Points
So deep & dark light doesn't pass thru. Super soft texture. Complex combo of hardwood fruits, wildflowers & herbs. Past its best bouquet. Drink now!
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8/13/2022 - tannictongue Likes this wine:
Very nice Washington blend. A little over-the-hill but still very nice. Tannins are mellowed. 1 left which will be consumed soon.
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7/19/2022 - VinedyRoad Likes this wine: 91 Points
Wonderfully aged, smooth, soft tannins. Stewed fruits along with many secondary and tertiary notes. Cab Franc very noticeable.
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2/2/2022 - caroleandjay Likes this wine: 91 Points
Alas - the last Uriah in my cellar. Fruit less bold and the wine overall is less complex than the others - this bottle is definitely fading a bit. Palate still has the spices but the fruit, while not stewed, definitely seems like it is going on the palate (but still present on the nose).
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1/19/2022 - lelandinmichigan Likes this wine: 93 Points
Cherry red and burgundy colors, not purple. Bordeaux blend, Merlot/Cab Franc dominant. Powerful earthy aromas and ripe fruit. Not overdone, but very ripe. Has a funky element that adds character and doesn't detract at all. Great flavor without being heavy, the acids are mild, the tannins are resolved but have something of a presence to allow the wine some life and 'grip', however, it doesn't seem like it'll improve and is in a fairly yummy and decadent place at the moment. I got this one at Costco on a '97' closeout, but it was probably still high 20s. I bet it retails in the 50s, tastes very fancy and polished. Has what I call the 'neapolitan ice-cream sandwich' flavor, but has a level of sophistication that steps it up a notch.
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6/29/2021 - PMTinfv Likes this wine: 92 Points
Decanted and let breath for 90 minutes but really opened up after two hours. Silky mouth feel with a core of dark chocolate flavor. Very delicate, but very enjoyable. It’s in a great drinking spot now…hard to believe it will continue to benefit from additional long term cellaring.
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5/3/2021 - rmcnees wrote: 90 Points
The Merlot base exudes smoothness while the Cabernet Franc spiciness shines through. This was dark garnet colored, medium full bodied, Wine Spectator called it 'broad and expressive', black berry and black raspberry fruits accented by pepper, spice, black olive and notes of black olive, expresso and green herbs turning to fine grained tannins on a lingering finish.
https://unwindwine.blogspot.com/2021/05/spring-valley-2013-blends-uriah-vs.html
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4/29/2021 - slabslovin Does not like this wine: 84 Points
faint odor of sweaty socks. jammy. tasted a little better than it smelled, probably some defect in the wine.
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3/13/2021 - mpricher wrote: 92 Points
This wine maker is truly underrated— this is a really solid bottle with tons of depth, the Cab Feanc and Merlot dance effortlessly across the palate. Pounding this juice is easy because it’s just that good- but a veteran will savor each drip!
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2/8/2021 - Nfmds Likes this wine: 92 Points
Lighter red color for Bordeaux blend
Nose: pepper, warm spice. Cherry
Flavor: Chinese five spice, ginger
Mouthfeel: mild acidity, smooth, velvety, warm. Min tannins
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10/17/2020 - deekmon wrote: 91 Points
45% Merlot, 34% Cabernet Franc, 8% Petit Verdot, 8% Malbec, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon
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9/16/2020 - E&S WineDown Likes this wine: 94 Points
Delicious. Beautiful herbal nose. Dark fruit and cassis on the palate. Smooth long finish.
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9/13/2020 - ibglowin Likes this wine: 92 Points
Consistently one of the best right bank Bordeaux blends you can find from WA State. This did not disappoint in anyway. 5 Star QPR to boot.
Blend: 45% Merlot, 34% Cabernet Franc, 8% Petit Verdot, 8% Malbec, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon
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9/5/2020 - stevemar Likes this wine: 90 Points
Dark purple, floral and dark fruit nose. Jammy and nicely balanced with light pepper, spice and dark fruits.
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7/22/2020 - Lockareff Likes this wine: 92 Points
Thoroughly enjoyed - would buy again.
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7/21/2020 - gwarnken Likes this wine: 90 Points
A nice left Bank inspired red wine.. Highlights some of the best grapes grown in Washington.
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3/14/2020 - Nbkat8 wrote: 93 Points
QPR is off the charts here. Pepper tannins produce a great mouthfeel, spice and fruit, cedar. Long Finish. Killer!
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11/2/2019 - gmbdds wrote: 91 Points
There is some really nice pepper and a touch of smoke to add to the typical blueberry and currant profile. A good, ready to drink version of Uriah.
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10/18/2019 - iankalinosky Likes this wine: 90 Points
The wine looks purple colored. The legs are medium. There is no sediment in the bottle. It smells like blueberry and cherry. It tastes like strawberry, cherry, black olive and geranium. The body is medium. The wine has smooth texture. The wine finishes medium. The wine has medium acidity.
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8/17/2019 - BSBONO wrote: 91 Points
Consistent
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8/15/2019 - wiscgrad wrote: 89 Points
solid bdx blend, but a bit thin. not great qpr at full freight
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7/6/2019 - BSBONO wrote: 88 Points
A bit tart
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12/28/2018 - feinwine Likes this wine: 92 Points
Cherries and strawberries on the nose. Medium body, red and dark fruit on the palette with notes of spice, vanilla, and lightly toasted oak, enveloped by smooth tannins and moderate acidity. Nicely balanced structure with a smooth, medium-length finish.
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9/22/2018 - the_lovenest wrote: flawed
Hideously corked
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7/28/2018 - cincybt Likes this wine: 91 Points
If I can be honest, this didn't stand out in a recent tasting, but I've always loved Spring Valley wines. It really showed itself nicely though and was delicious with a grilled, summer meal.
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3/1/2018 - Millennial Drinkers wrote: 88 Points
More for #WAWineMonth. Medium purplish ruby edges with deeper core. A bit tight on the nose with some savory elements as well as herbs, spices and dark currants. Quite dry with medium tannins (6.5/10) and medium bodied. Red cherries on the palate with cocoa, cassis, spices and a touch earthy. Medium plus to long finish. Drink till 2023.
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3/1/2018 - cab blends wrote: 88 Points
Light nose 4 - hint of cherry but very light.
Fruity palate F7 with stoniness and a moderately long finish. F7. T5 and dry stone palate with light Washington state style. Body is moderate 5
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2/11/2018 - Sauvyfan Likes this wine: 92 Points
Delicious.
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11/26/2017 - Ben Christiansen wrote:
Thick and kinda goopy, the alcohol hit me harder than I thought it would.
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3/19/2017 - fredman wrote: 88 Points
Solid bottle. Drink or hold.
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3/14/2017 - Ceo wrote: 93 Points
Decanted and drank within hour of opening. Lots of cherry with a smooth finish. Need to decant for now shows potential!!
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2/22/2017 - DavidWong168 wrote: 88 Points
Competently made wine but not terribly exciting. Blackberry, blackcurrant and minty cedar surround a somewhat distracting core of alcoholic heat. Fresh berries, medium acid and light tannins on the medium-weight palate. More heat at the end. Good weekday wine but priced closer to what I'd grab for the weekend.
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10/22/2016 - tomoem wrote: 89 Points
Berries to the nose. Mostly chocolate with prune at first taste. The wine starts harsh but mellows through the finish. Medium length finish with cherry being predominant lingering flavor. Wine needs time to improve but I sense that this will get better.
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9/22/2016 - stevemar wrote: 89 Points
Fruit forward, medium body. Medium acid. Alcohol and chocolate on the nose on first opening. Next day smoother and more balanced.
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