Small House Winery 2010 Red Table Wine, Washington, $20

This brand new winery in the Idaho Panhandle arts community of Sandpoint creates a rather exotic display with these three barrel of Grenache (70%) and Syrah. The red Rhône blend opens with whiffs of cherry, Red Vines, milk chocolate and Red Man leaf tobacco. The drink brings sweet fruit and a gentle approach with red cherry and Craisins, featuring fruit-forward acidity and subdued tannin. Suggested fare includes lamb, spaghetti and meatballs or wintertime comfort foods.

Rating: Recommended

Production: 75 cases

Alcohol: 15.9%

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