Dineen Vineyard Kamiakin Red Wine 09
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Kamiakin is great barbecue wine with big red flavors, made by one of Washington's most notable winemakers, Scott Greer. Previously the “value” label of Scott’s winery, Sheridan Vineyards, Kamiakin is now part of the Dineen winery. The wine is still made by Scott at Dineen.
With some of the highest ratings given to Washington wine by Wine Advocate, Scott Greer is a superstar of Washington wine. He is known for his passionately made, intensely flavored reds. He works with vineyards to produce super-concentrated grapes with huge flavors.
Wine Advocate's Jay Miller describes Scott Miller and Sheridan:
The intense Scott Greer is one of Washington’s rising stars. His wines are all sourced from estate vineyards which are just now starting to come into maturity. He keeps yields low and the farming and winemaking are impeccable... Sheridan’s newest collection begins at “outstanding” and rises from there. In addition, the two entry-level wines are superb values. There is really no mystery as to what Scott Greer is doing at Sheridan; total attention to detail, a great vineyard, impeccable farming, and non-interventionist winemaking.
Previous Vintage Tasting Notes
2006 Vintage Tasting Notes
The Sheridan Vineyard Kamiakin Red Wine 06 is three-fifths cabernet sauvignon, with the rest comprised of merlot and cab franc, this toasty red blend is surprisingly rich and loaded with plum, cherry and chocolate flavors. There is a roasted, smoky quality to the finish. - Yakima Herald From the winery: "Kamiakin Red captures light like well polished garnet. A vibrant red that charms the eye. It has a lovely, dark chocolate covered cherry bouquet with additional black fruit and pepper notes. It's enchanting personality is further expressed with a hint of anise.The palate is smooth as silk, expressing lovely fresh fruit, finishing with supple tannins. Just a sip fills the mouth with satisfaction and a light spiciness."
Sheridan Vineyard is regarded as one of the best vineyards in the Yakima Valley, attracting winemakers like Chris Camarda of Andrew Will to purchase the grapes for their best Meritage style reds. This wine is made from the red wine that did not fit Sheridan's blend for the Sheridan label wines, and it's a delicious, blackish-purple, plummy, smoky, berry fruit bomb with well integrated tannins for balance. Enjoy now - it's ready!
