2010 Columbia Winery “Lapis” Red Wine David Honig February 12, 2014 Tasting Notes A very nice Syrah-driven red blend from one of the patriarchs of Washington Wine. Recommended. 89 points.
Treveri Sparkling Rosé David Honig December 27, 2013 Tasting Notes The aroma is a perfect blend of fresh-squeezed Indian River citrus, Ruby Red grapefruit and Valencia oranges. Citrus dominates the palate, too,...
2009 Davenport Cellars “Continuity” Red Blend David Honig December 25, 2013 Tasting Notes Cabernet Franc has a big effect on aroma, and here it piles tobacco leaf atop plums and black cherries. Elderberry, black cherry, and tar open...
2010 Ginkgo Forest Vineyard “Gingko Red” Red Blend David Honig December 9, 2013 Tasting Notes Vanilla, pepper, and chocolate covered cherries are on the nose. Black cherries lead on the palate, with the chocolate following from behind, hand in...
2008 Kennedy Shah Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon David Honig November 25, 2013 Tasting Notes Coffee, fig, and chocolate are on the nose. Blackberries and a bit of red currant lead on the palate, which fills out with mocha on the mid-palate....
What’s in a name? AVAs and wine appellations, from best to worst W. Blake Gray April 15, 2013 Columns, Features, W. Blake Gray 7 Comments The AVA name "Red Mountain" sells a lot of wine in steakhouses. I learned this from master sommelier Thomas Price of Seattle's Metropolitan Grill,...
2010 Maryhill Rosé of Sangiovese David Honig August 8, 2012 Tasting Notes Great acids allow it to be refreshing and fruity at the same time. Drink with fried chicken. Recommended (88).
Wine of the Week: 2011 Long Shadows “Poet’s Leap” Riesling David Honig July 29, 2012 Tasting Notes Clear, bright, medium intensity golden color. Clean on the nose, medium-light aromas of slate, fresh grapes, bunches of sweet smelling white flowers,...
