A powerful blueberry scent blazes a path for aromas of loamy soil and rose petals dried between the pages of an old book. The wine's flavor combination of black tea, marionberry muffins and oatcakes is like breakfast breaking out—only this meal includes tannins so muscular, they grab you by the lapels and steal your milk money. Drink now–2032.
93 points, Michael Alberty, Wine Enthusiast (Apr 2024)
The 2021 Merlot, from the Wahluke Slope, is a total pleasure to take in, wafting up with masses of ripe blueberry complicated by rubbed sage and rum-soaked plums. It's pliant and silky, with textural waves of ripe red and blue fruits that soothe the senses as echoes of sweet spice and hints of cocoa swirl throughout. This tapers off long and savory, leaving a gentle coating of tannins and hints of tobacco to slowly fade. What a darling. The 2021 should enjoy a long and broad drinking window.
92 points, Eric Guido, Vinous (Jan 2024)
Sinewy yet rich and polished, with handsome black and red currant flavors accented by mocha espresso and dusky spice notes. Finishes with refined tannins. Drink now through 2030. 4,510 cases made.
91 points, Tim Fish, Wine Spectator (Oct 2024)
Ripe berry, plums, sweet Asian spices, dark chocolate and cedar on the nose. Textured and refined with a medium to full body and velvety mouthfeel. Lengthy and balanced. Drink or hold.
91 points, James Suckling (Jan 2024)
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