Current Wine Releases

2005 Merlot

Walla Walla Valley
95% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon
Spofford Station Vineyard, Pepper Bridge Vineyard, and Birch Creek Vineyard

Release Date: May 3rd and 4th
Price: $28.00
Winemaker: Josh McDaniels
Barrel Aging: 27 months in French oak (90%) and Hungarian oak (10%) 15% new oak.
Cases Produced: 83
Bottling Date: February 2, 2008

Wine Composition:

pH: 3.81
TA: 0.56 g/100mL
Alcohol: 14.8%

Tasting Notes:

“Not overpowering with oak allows the true fruit of the Walla Walla Valley to shine through.  Juicy cherry stands out, with a hint of vanilla close behind on the nose.   This wine fills the mouth with fruits like blackberries and finishes with spices that work very well together.”

2005 Syrah

Walla Walla Valley
95% Syrah, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon
Spofford Station Vineyard and Birch Creek Vineyard

Release Date: May 3rd and 4th
Price: $26.00
Winemaker: Josh McDaniels
Barrel Aging: 27 months in 100% French oak, 5% new oak.
Cases Produced: 77
Bottling Date: February 2, 2008

Wine Composition:

pH: 3.88
TA: 0.63 g/100mL
Alcohol: 15.0%

Tasting Notes:

"Smooth earthy, fruit tones greet the nose in harmony with a hint of cloves. The drinker can expect meat and spice intertwined with mid palate bursts of berry."

Ratings and Medals:

Wine Enthusiast:  88 Points

2006 Double Barrel Red Blend

Walla Walla Valley
58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot, 4% Syrah
Pepper Bridge, Birch Creek, Va Piano, Golden Ridge, Spofford Station, and Les Collines

Release Date: May 3rd and 4th
Price: $22.00
Winemaker: Josh McDaniels
Barrel Aging: 16 months in French, Hungarian and American Oak.  27% New Oak
Cases Produced: 175
Bottling Date:  February 2, 2008

Wine Composition:

pH: 3.93
TA: 0.53 g/100mL
Alcohol: 14.2%

Tasting Notes:

“As the wine opens up, it becomes more intense with a stronger finish.  The nose is greeted by red rose petals accompanied by subtle chocolate aromas.  Smooth, light spices fade away to tannins and blackberries that linger.  Our 2006 signature blend has a lot to offer”

Ratings and Medals:

Northwest Wine Summit 2008: Gold Medal
Wine Enthusiast:  88 Points

2007 Viognier

Horse Heaven Hills (Columbia Valley)
100% Viognier
McKinley Springs Vineyard

Release Date: May 3rd and 4th
Price: $18.00
Winemaker: Josh McDaniels
Barrel Aging: 100% Stainless Steel for 7 months
Cases Produced:  69
Bottling Date:  March 15, 2008

Wine Composition:

pH: 3.44
TA: 0.58 g/100mL
Alcohol: 13.9%

Tasting Notes:

“Aromas of pear and melon flow out of the glass with an underlying floral accent.  Easy drinking and crisp acidity work slowly over the palate for a strong, clean finish.  A perfect wine for those hot summer days.”

Ratings and Medals:

Northwest Wine Summit 2008: Bronze Medal
Wine Enthusiast:  89 Points