One of Washington’s stalwart vineyards, wineries large and small seek fruit from this McKibben family operation at the base of the Blue Mountains. Chad Garofalo, a new winemaker in nearby Milton-Freewater, Ore., turned his lot into a nose of cherry jam, loganberry, Swisher Sweet cigar, bell pepper and orange peel. A nice load of cherries gets dropped on the palate, which is joined by good acidity, a late rush of tannin and a finish of Smith Brothers Wild Cherry drops.
Rating: Recommended
Production: 100 cases
Alcohol: 13.5%
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