Monumental and mezmerizing, the 2006 Dusky Goose Pinot noir delivers on all of the promises of past vintages. Succulent red fruit wafts from the glass with a deep base note of cinnamon, clove, vanilla, and dark berries, hinting at what's to come....read more

Dusky Goose Rambouillet Vineyard Pinot noir 06 is the first Pinot noir from Dusky Goose's estate Rambouillet Vineyard. A beautiful, seamless Pinot noir with an array of red fruits, baking spices, mineral complexity, and lovely balance for long t...read more

Novelty Hill Cabernet Sauvignon 06
Wine Spectator 92 points

"Dense and chewy, but with a nice lift of acidity and freshness as the finish rolls in, framing the cherry, blackberry, coffee and smoke flavors as they linger e...read more

Fresh-picked black berries, blue berries, and a hint of dried wild rose essence on the finish. The rich, creamy texture belies the price, and we're not stretching to say this is the best Sharecropper's Pinot yet. ...read more

Wine Spectator 93 Points:
"Smooth, round and generous, this positively glows with gorgeous plum, blackberry and floral spice aromas and flavors, echoing on the long, expressive finish. This just doesn’t quit. Drink now th...read more

St. Innocent Pinot noir Shea Vineyard 07 has seamless layers of wild dark berries and a bead of sweet cherry entice your taste buds. Like the 2006, the 07 Shea has a rich texture and excellent weight. The finish stays fresh, with a violet-mint l...read more

Owen Roe Dubrul Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 06 opens with aromas of caramel-inflected rich, dark cherries, ground cinnamon, and barrel toast that usher in a concentrated palate of plush, dark currants, black cherries, and blackberries. Savory note...read more

Feather Cabernet Sauvignon 06 - A superstar California winemaker plus incredible fruit from Washington: this is the third vintage of Cabernet Sauvignon made by Randy Dunn. Randy makes the Feather Cabernet Sauvignon the same way he makes his legend...read more

"This is the varietal that we believe will increasingly be recognized as the icon varietal of Washington State and comprises the majority of our production. This 2006 Cabernet is stylish, elegant, and impeccably balanced. We accomplish this by met...read more

Sequel Syrah 06 - John Duval, former winemaker of Penfold's internationally famous Grange Red, makes the Sequel Syrah in the style of his iconic Australian wines.

Sequel Syrah 06 Wine Spectator 92 points: "Bright and gener...read more

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Sequel Syrah 06 - John Duval, former winemaker of Penfold's internationally famous Grange Red, makes the Sequel Syrah in the style of his iconic Australian wines.

Sequel Syrah 06 Wine Spe...read more

Evening Land Vineyards' premier Pinot noir, made from the oldest Pinot vines at Seven Springs Vineyard. The vines grow on a tiny lens at the bottom well of the La Source Cross where the ancient lava flow spread from North to South. The Witzel so...read more

Pedestal Merlot 06 - Wine Spec 93 pts

Michel Rolland is the world's most prominent winemaker, traveling among the world's top wineries to consult on the makeup of their finest wines. In Washington State, he makes one wine - Pe...read more

Spring Valley "Frederick" 06 - Wine Spectator 92 points: "Rich and chewy, with a brightness to the cherry and mulberry fruit that balances well against hints of wet earth and cedar as the finish persists expressively. There's nic...read more

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--Wine Spectator 97 Point rating -- Wine Spectator says: "Has amazing balance and depth, splaying out its lime-scented apricot and honey flavors, then pulling it all together into a tremendously long, exquisite...read more

This is incredible juice. Trust Syrah 07 follows the style of past vintages - it's more like a great Northern Rhone Syrah (think Cornas) than most New World Syrahs. Smoky blackberry, black raspberry and sweet red cherry are woven with ribbons of ...read more

Trust Cellars Syrah Walla Walla 07 - First Walla Walla Syrah from Trust Cellars, with fruit from Les Collines Vineyard and Va Piano Vineyards.

Trust's take on Walla Walla Syrah shows the versatility of Steve's winemaking. Fat, lush, and fru...read more

2006 Bethel Heights Pinot Noir Casteel Reserve received 93 points from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2006 Pinot Noir Casteel Reserve is medium ruby-colored with an alluring perfume of wood smoke, damp earth, black cherry, a...read more

Soter Vineyards Beacon Hill Brut Rose 04 is a memorable, handmade sparkling wine. With a beautiful pale pink color in the glass and a wonderfully fine bead, the wine has a spicy, blossom - laden complexity on the nose. Honey, suggestions of ginger...read more

Leonetti Cellars is one of the most prestigious wineries in the Pacific Northwest. They make a small amount of Sangiovese each year.

Robert Parker Wine Advocate - 93 points for 2005 vintage....read more

93 points Wine Spectator: "Smooth and focused, with a cigar box character to make the ripe blackberry and currant fruit more interesting, finishing with polished tannins. Has great presence without being pushy, and the finish does...read more

Arterberry Maresh Pinot noir Maresh Vineyard 07 - Voluptuous. There's a sexy sweetness that can only be found in the best Pinot noir. It's an indescribable nuance that inspires, that turns wine lovers into Pinot-crazed fanatics. The aromas are...read more

Andrew Will Sorella 06 received 95 points from Wine Spectator - same as last vintage!

Huge scents of black fruits, espresso, and wiffs of vanilla-tinged woodsmoke give way to layers of black cherries, black currants, and s...read more

Soter Vineyards "Mineral Springs" Pinot noir 06 received 93 points from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:"The 2006 Pinot Noir Mineral Springs has an especially expressive bouquet with floral notes, pain grille, damp earth, black ras...read more

Cote Bonneville Carriage House Dubrul Vineyard 05 Wine Spectator rating 92 points: "This is lovely stuff, elegant in structure, with silky tannins wrapping smoothly around a lithe core of red cherry, black cherry and sweet spices,...read more

Januik Winery Syrah Columbia Valley 06 -

Wine Spectator 92 points: "Smooth, round and distinctive for its tarry, licorice-accented blackberry and dried currant flavors, lingering on the well-formed, complex finish. The tannin...read more

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Roots "Estate" Pinot noir 07 - In our opinion, the 2007 Roots Pinots are just about the best of the vintage in this price range.

Chris and Hilary Berg bought land on Ribbon Ridge before prices grew out of hand for a young couple just getting ...read more

A heavily perfumed nose announces this splendid wine, with white flowers such as mexican orange and jasmine subtly intertwined with scents of crisp citrus, green apple, and what Marcus called "grapefruit custard". The flavors all fall within a lov...read more

Westrey Pinot noir Oracle Vineyard 07 - The old vines of Oracle Vineyard produced a beautiful 2007 Pinot. Raspberries and blueberries prevail in the scent and flavors. There's a bit of rich spiciness accenting velvety tannins. A rustic dark note...read more

Westrey Reserve Pinot noir 07 is the winery's top wine. It is made from the best barrels from several vineyards. A veritable fruit salad of rich red and black berries and stone fruit greets the taster. Silky tannins and top notes of vanilla and ...read more

Inniskillin Ice Wine Vidal Oak Aged Gold: Wine Spectator rating 90 points: "Rich and thick, with a sweet/tart character, mango, guava and apricot flavors and a vibrant structure. An up-front style that's sure to please. Drink now...read more

Wine Spectator rating 87 points....read more

Evening Land Vineyards Pinot noir made with Seven Springs Vineyard fruit. Intended for restaurants only.

Wine Spectator says: "The Pinot Noir La Source, which is destined for restaurants only, shows more ripe currant and blackberry fruit, with...read more

While Avalon's focus is Oregon and Washington wines, sometimes, a winery from another part of the world is just too good to miss. We love Italian wines, and want to share the "insider" gems with you. Tucked into the prime Barolo hills just outsid...read more

The 2007 Beaux Freres Estate Pinot noir - Dark ruby-colored, the 2007 Estate offers an intense, sweet scent of black raspberry and cherry, wild strawberry, herb, earth, and dried flowers. Tasting the wine, a silky cream texture introduces flavor...read more

Darkest of the Beaux Freres Pinots, the Upper Terrace serves up an intense scent of black cherry and raspberry, mingling with violet, dried rose and forest floor. Velvety and sensual in texture, deep flavors of creamy black cherry and spice box li...read more

Beaux Freres Pinot noir Willamette Valley 07 - The most approachable and ready to drink of the three Beaux Freres wines, the 2007 Willamette Valley is succulent and juicy. Sweet red raspberry and blackberry scents mingle with hints of dried flower...read more

Penner-Ash Shea Vineyard Pinot noir 07 - released June 2009....read more

Wine Spectator 94 Points: "Lithe, supple, refined and focused, playing its mocha - accented blackberry and cherry fruit against silky tannins. The finish rolls on and on without losing its graceful sense of elegance. Cabernet Sauv...read more

Abacela Estate Tempranillo 06 is the Northwest's big daddy Tempranillo. Wine experts from Europe and the US repeatedly describe this wine as the best Tempranillo in the US.

Oregonian, March 1, 2009, from Matt Kramer: ...read more

Spring Valley Vineyard "Nina Lee" Syrah 06 - Lush, luscious, huge, hedonistic....read more

The Shea Wine Cellars Shea Vineyard Estate Pinot Noir 2007 has awesome, effusive aromas of deeply spiced dark raspberries, roses, doug fir forest and hints of violets. A supple initial burst of fruit turns juicy, concealing the fine tannins that ling...read more

The 2006 Andrew Will Champoux Vineyard Red is absolutely classic Champoux. Seductive, pure aromas of ripe blackberries resonate with nuances of cocoa and smoke. At once dense and supple, the first burst of fruit expands and the layers of black cher...read more

Buty Winery Columbia Rediviva 05 -

Wine Spectator 93 points: "Polished, generous and beautifully focused to display its violet-tinged currant and blackberry flavors, lingering on the open-textured finish. This shows more of the texture and fl...read more

Domaine Serene Pinot Noir Evenstad Reserve 06 - Wine Spectator 93 points:"Lithe in texture with cinnamon and mocha flavors that ride smoothly over a graceful frame, lingering nicely on the clear, expressive finish. Drink now throu...read more

Domaine Drouhin's Pinot noir is always an ageworthy selection from one of Oregon's mainstay producers. Blackberries with raspberry accents mix with powerful floral and spice aromas. The 2006 vintage is softly fruity and ready to drink....read more

J. Christopher Pinot noir "Sandra Adele" 06 - The nose is immediately likeable and with a wiff of sweet mint and ripe cherry. The palette has a silky mouthfeel full of ripe red currants, raspberry jam and cherry compote. Hints of savory fresh thy...read more

A superbly detailed Chardonnay, with round notes of ripe summer apricot and lemon. The fruit is complemented with a touch of sweet vanilla from about 10% new oak that adds to the wines richness. Hints of minerality on the finish would pair well with ...read more

Bright lemon zest and tropical lime curd wrap around the mouth with clean acidity that makes this wine refreshing and cheerful. A slight herbal note on the finish is reminiscent of a summer picnic in the garden. The tropical notes would match well...read more

O'Shea Scarborough Proprietor's Cabernet Sauvignon 06 has a huge core of cassis that's both vibrant and silky. A "slide-into-home" finish shows an elegant structure, while big fruit, dark cocoa, and desert herbs power on. The 06 Proprietor's...read more

O'Shea Scarborough "Stand Alone" Cabernet Sauvignon 06 is the very limited reserve Cabernet of Darryn O'Shea and Travis Scarborough.

As we recently stated our love for on Ken Lewis, the 80+ year old farmer who knows how to farm great wine—h...read more

Shea Vineyard's terroir produces a floral, very forward Pinot, offering early accessibility for a single vineyard wine, yet with significant aging capability. The grapes are typically thinned at veraison to nearly half the normal yield, in order to ...read more