Art den Hoed’s Painted Hills Vineyard, nestled between the Yakima Valley and Horse Heaven Hills, produced a trio of Platinums this year. Here is Richard Batchelor’s interpretation of the famous red grape of Spain, and it marks the third Platinum for Painted Hills Temp in the past years for Maryhill. Judges praised the fruit profile and didn’t dwell on the tannin structure. Instead, notes of Bing cherry, blackberry and black currant make for an oh-so-long juicy finish. Qualifying award: Seattle Wine Awards (gold)
Rating: Platinum • 94 points
Production: 296 cases
Alcohol: 14.5%
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