In 2015, when Wade Wolfe won his first Platinum for Albariño, he was the first in the competition’s history to win a Platinum with Albariño grapes that weren’t estate. This marks his fourth Platinum with Crawford Vineyard Albariño. The Prosser winemaker has 45 years of winemaking experience in Washington, so he’s got this dialed in — a bright and crisp example that hints at apricot and Bosc pear aromas, followed by a bit of fleshy white peach, a big squirt of Mandarin orange, and a finish of apple and lemon juice. “It is absolutely delicious,“ one judge said. Qualifying awards: Seattle Wine Awards (gold) Great Northwest Wine comparative tasting (Outstanding!)
Rating: Double Platinum • 95 points
Production: 205 cases
Alcohol: 13%
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