In 2001, the Brown family planted Anna Marie Vineyard in the Blue Mountain foothills south of Walla Walla, so these vines are entering their prime, which shows in this effort from the cellar of Brian Roy — credited with two Platinum-winning Cabs this fall. Its approach and structure hints at the influence of a cooler site in its profile of dark purple — rather than black — fruit as Marionberry pie and elderberry mix with oak spice and a blend of bacon and savory notes. “The complete package” is how one judge described it. Qualifying award: Savor NW (gold)
Rating: Platinum • 93 points
Production: 99 cases
Alcohol: 14.2%
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