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Decanter Magazine,
May, 2007
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about the
Wines...
Cabernet
Sauvignon
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2003 Cabernet Sauvignon, Pepperbridge
Vineyard
Walla Walla Valley ,
Silver Medal |
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Northwest Wine
Summit, Summer 2006 |
2002 Cabernet Sauvignon
Columbia Valley ,
Score 90
"This deep ruby wine gives off intense aromas of black fruit,
oak spice and dark chocolate. Full in the mouth with bright
acidity, the bold flavors mirror the nose. Break out that
Porterhouse! |
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wineloverspage.com,
Buckos New Releases
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2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley
"Beautiful aromatics with syrahlike fruit along withsome currants.
Flavors are more berries and some bell peppers. It's smooth and balanced and you
just want to drink it again and again" |
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Shawn Dore,
Wine Director, Bortega Atlantic City - www.winesquire.com
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Merlot
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2004 Merlot, Boushey Vineyard Columbia Valley,
90
"The 2004 Merlot 'Boushey Vineyard' delivers a nose of pain grille,
tobacco, cassis, and black currants. Forward on the palate, it has a
plush texture, good depth, and spicy red and black fruits. With light
tannins and a long, pure finish, this tasty Merlot can be enjoyed now
through 2020." |
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The Wine Advocate, Jay
Miller,
August, 2007 |
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2004 Merlot, Boushey Vineyard Columbia Valley,
Bronze Medal |
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National Women's Wine competition,
March, 2007 |
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2004 Merlot, Boushey Vineyard Columbia Valley,
"Top 100 Washington Wines" |
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Seattle Times, Paul Gregutt, December, 2006 |
2001 Merlot Columbia Valley
"Beautifully aged, drinking perfectly, this supply, sexy merlot includes
Klipsun, Boushey and Conner Lee fruit." |
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Seattle Times, Paul Gregutt, March 30, 2005
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2001 Merlot Columbia Valley
"Gilla has turned out a superrich, luscious style of Merlot here, one
with an exceptionally smooth mingling of black cherry, vanilla and cocoa
flavors." |
Food and Wine Magazine, October 2004
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2002 Merlot Columbia Valley
«««3 Stars
Walla Walla Merlot to try ~
BEST VALUE
~
Washington's answer to Pomerol
"Ask the casual wine drinker which grape variety makes the world's most
expensive wine, and the answer is unlikely to be Merlot. And yet this is the
case, as Merlot makes up about 90% of Chateau Petrus, whose current release
price is $730 a bottle! The climate aids the stunning quality of Walla Walla
Merlot and they're gaining a reputation for their cellar-worthiness and
incredible acidity within a well-balanced structure" |
Decanter Magazine, January 2006
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2002 Merlot Columbia Valley
"Bright berry aromas and light barrel spice
notes front a palate of juicy berry and plum fruit with accents of toast and
light herbs. The juicy berry-filled finish would well complement a juicy
pan-seared pepper steak" |
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Northwest Palate Magazine, January / February 2006
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2002 Merlot Columbia Valley
WINE OF THE WEEK
"The combination of winemaker Marie-Eve Gilla's skills and top-notch
fruit from Boushey, Klipsun, Milbrandt, DuBrul and Alder Ridge vineyards
produces a wine that resonates with distinction. The nose of plums,
pomegranates, maraschino cherries and cigar tobacco includes a bit of
smoky bacon fat, a sign of the splash of Syrah (4%). Incredibly, the
palate mirrors the aromatics, focusing on the cherries with a finesse
that carries through to a rich and delicious finish. Rated "Outstanding"
by Wine Press Northwest magazine." |
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Tri-City Herald, December 5, 2006 |
Chardonnay
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2005
Chardonnay
Columbia Valley, 90 |
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Wine Enthusiast,
November 1, 2007 |
2005
Chardonnay
Columbia Valley, 90
"The 2005 Chardonnay was sourced from seven vineyards and aged in
French oak, 40% new. Light gold-colored, it offers aromas of pear,
apple, butterscotch, and a hint of tropical fruits. Supple-textured, it
has layers of ripe fruit, crisp acidity, and excellent balance. Drink
this harmonious Chardonnay over the next 3-4 years." |
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The Wine Advocate, Jay
Miller,
August 2007
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2005
Chardonnay
Columbia Valley
"Another rich and tasty Chardonnay crafted in
Walla Walla. Also barrel fermented on 40% new oak, look for aromas of Fuji
apple, pear and toasty crème brulée. The palate offers white peach, citrus and
vanilla flavors finishing with creamy notes and hints of toasty oak. Very good
with light meats from the grill." |
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Chuck Hill,
www.winesnw.com,August 2007 |
2005
Chardonnay
Columbia Valley
"This is quite consistent with the winery's 2004 in terms of style, immediately
showing lots of vanilla-laced bourbon barrel aromas, with spice and buttered
nuts set in a tight, stylish frame. Fresh, ripe citrus and green apple flavors
are crisp and penetrating. It is a well-made Washington take on a good village
Burgundy." |
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Seattle Times, Paul Gregutt, June
6, 2007
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2005
Chardonnay
Columbia Valley
Gold Medal! |
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National Women's Wine Competition, March 2007
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2005
Chardonnay
Columbia Valley
Score 89
"Melon, stone fruits and lemon peel on the nose and the palate. Supple and spicy
in the mouth, with a complicating note of dusty stone. Fat and round, and just
this side of sweet. A bit youthfully aggressive on the back."
Stephan Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, Fall 2006
2004
Chardonnay
Columbia Valley
"Winemaker Marie-Eve Gilla has a
wonderful touch with Chardonnay. She selects vineyards that complement one
another and uses her winemaking technique to craft a complex, food-friendly
wine. Employing fermentation in 100% French oak, the wine offers aromas of
tropical fruits, citrus and vanilla with floral notes and spicy oak. The palate
is crisp with mineral, pineapple and pear and superbly complements salmon
prepared with sliced lemons and tarragon - my favorite!"
Chuck Hill,
www.winesnw.com,July
2006
2004
Chardonnay
Columbia Valley
Score 90
"You'll find lots of vanilla, spice and buttered nuts in a tight, stylish frame.
Nice citrus and apple flavors wrap into a wine that is fresh, crisp and
penetrating"
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Paul Gregutt, Wine Enthusiast Magazine, April 2006
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2004
Chardonnay
Columbia Valley 'Recommend ~ 3 Stars"
"Finely honed Chardonnay, this combines fine minerals with smooth oak and hefty
baked apple and tropical fruit flavors" |
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Food & Wine,
Wine Guide 2006, Jamal Rayyis
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2004
Chardonnay
Columbia Valley ‘The Washington wine industry is beginning to speak with a
French accent”
Sample some of the best... Lot’s of vanilla, spice and buttered nuts under crisp
citrus and apple fruit. |
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Taste
by Paul Gregutt ~
Pacific Northwest,
The
Seattle Times,
February 19, 2006
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2004 Chardonnay Columbia Valley,
2 Grape Clusters
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Highly Recommend
Clean, toasty aroma also offers citrus and apple highlights...flavors of
toast and apple fruit, complemented by a bright citrus note that nicely accents
the juicy, lingering finish. Well Balanced! |
Northwest Palate,
November / December 2005
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2004 Chardonnay Columbia Valley
"A beautifully crafted wine...in the nose, sweet honeysuckle mingles
with citrus notes of lemon and lime. Lemon, pear and pineapple greet that
palate, backed by wisps of mineral, spice and toast" |
Wine Press Northwest,
Winter 2005 / 2006
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Syrah
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2003 Syrah
Columbia
Valley 91
"This is 100% Syrah, delicious, fragrant and
loaded with spice. It's a blend from several different Washington AVAs,
and has just the right mix of citrus, pepper, smoke, spice, acid, toast
and tannin, bringing in elements from all of them. The fruit is sweet
and brambly: the herbal elements are just right, adding notes of leaf
and tobacco. There is a whiff of smoke and bacon fat, and the
citrus/acid components lifts it nicely." |
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Wine Enthusiast,
November 1, 2007 |
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2003 Syrah
Columbia
Valley
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| Paul Gregutt's Top 100
Washington State Wines For 2007,
Seattle Times,
December 18 2007 |
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2003 Syrah Columbia Valley
Wine Pick of The Week
"Gilla understands that blending grapes from different sites can add
complexity and synergy to a wine. The 2003 syrah is a blend of no less
than five Washington vineyards, contributing to the wine's impressive
complexity. The wine has deep, rich aromas and flavors that remind me of
dark sweet cherries and spices such as pepper, cinnamon and a hint of
clove. I also like the way the wine's components (acid, tannins,
alcohol, sweetness) play off each other. This important aspect is called
structure. This is a great wine for the hearty fare we begin craving
this time of year. Try it with a braised shank of lamb or a soup made
with a medley of beans or roasted root vegetables." |
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Richard Kinssies, Seattle Post-Intelligencer
Newspaper, September
2007
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2003 Syrah Columbia Valley
"Pure syrah, fragrant and loaded with spice, this has a lovely mix of
citrus, pepper, smoke, spice, acid, toast and tannin, melding together
elements from all of them. The fruit is sweet and brambly, while the
herbal components add notes of leaf and tobacco." |
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Seattle Times, Paul Gregutt, June
6, 2007 |
2003 Syrah Columbia Valley
"Our tasters cried out for spicy lamb from the tandoor oven when they
tasted this bold Syrah from Walla Walla's Forgeron Cellars! Marie-Eve
Gilla worked her magic with Syrah grapes from several vineyards
throughout the Columbia Valley and created a wine that shows power with
restraint and finishes with impeccable structure. Look for dark fruits
and baking spices on the aromas, followed on the palate with flavors of
black cherry and plum with hints of chocolate and clove." |
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Chuck Hill,
www.winesnw.com,June
2007 |
2003 Syrah Columbia Valley,
Excellent
Best of Washington Wines 2007 |
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Washington CEO Magazine,
March 2007 |
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2002 Syrah Columbia Valley
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January 2006, Dallas Morning News
Wine Competition - www.dallaswinecompetition.com
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2002 Syrah Columbia Valley
This is a lush, fruity wine with soft tannins. Nice meaty aromas and flavors are
augmented by blackberries and blueberries, finishing seamlessly. Tasted twice
with similar notes. |
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2006 Spring
Releases...wineloverspage.com,
Buckos New Releases
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2002 Syrah Columbia Valley |
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Sante Magazine, October,2005
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2002 Syrah Columbia Valley
- "This extremely impressive wine packs a real punch, with very deep
flavors based on dark fruit notes. The tannins are very ripe and
rounded, and even those who spurn tannic wines will be glad for their
presence in this case, as the wine's fleshy fruit really benefits from
their structural contribution. Excellent! " |
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Michael Franz, winereviewonline.com, Oct 25, 2005
For complete article go to:
http://www.winereviewonline.com/franz_wash_syrah.cfm
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2001 Syrah Columbia Valley, Top 100 Wines of 2004
"Toasty nose with smoky meat, earth and mineral notes: blackberry, plum,
licorice, dried herb and spice flavors. Finishes with sweet
vanilla oak and firm acidity" |
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San Francisco Chronicle, December 2004 |
Vinfinity
our Reserve
wine...
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2002 Vinfinity Columbia Valley
"It may be heresy in France to add Syrah to a Bordeaux-style blend, but
this wine demonstrates just how well it marries with Cabernet and
Merlot, creating a spicy, toasty nose, a palate bursting with black
cherry fruit, and a lingering, balanced finish." |
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Northwest Palate, May/June 2007
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2002 Vinfinity Columbia Valley
"Recommended"
"This blend of Cab, Merlot and Syrah offers dusty cherries and
strawberry-rhubarb notes. Try with duck confit or Beef Bourguignon." |
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Wine Press
Northwest, Spring 2007 |
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2002 Vinfinity
Columbia Valley ,
Silver Medal |
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Northwest Wine Summit,
Summer 2006 |
2002 Vinfinity Columbia Valley
"The result of Marie-Eve's passion brings to the consumer a wonderful
plushy red wine laden with millions of chocolate ribbons dripping in
spice and berries - definitely a wine to watch for!" |
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Judith
Henderson ~ author of "Pride on the Eastern Side", local Walla Walla
Chef and Food/Wine Columnist
2001 Vinfinity Columbia Valley
"Recommended"
"Intense nose of blackberries, cassis and notes of licorice.
Focused and cuts an almost laser-like line across the palate" |
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Wine Press
Northwest, Spring 2006 |
Anvil Red
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N/V Anvil Red Columbia Valley
"Recommended"
"Three vintages make this blend of Merlot, Cab and Syrah that opens with
red fruit, leather and mince meat. It turns black and blue, rich and
creamy on the palate with bittersweet chocolate in the finish."
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Wine Press
Northwest, Spring 2007 |
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N/V Anvil Red Columbia Valley
"Outstanding!"
"Long time Washington Resident Marie-Eve Gilla makes this
wine for special occasions with friends, then prices it for everyday
drinking- aromatics of blueberries, black cherries, cinnamon and earth.
There are more blueberries on the palate with hints of mushrooms and
plenty of acidity and some late tannins adding traction. Black olives
towards the finish lend this wine to spaghetti and lots of friends" Wine Press Northwest, Summer 2006
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Zinfandel
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2004 Zinfandel Columbia Valley
"This fruit-forward Zin was crafted from grapes grown at Alder Ridge
Vineyard (the Zin part) and at Stonetree Vineyard on the Wahluke Slope
(the 21% Syrah portion). Both the nose and the palate exhibit a classic
synthesis of varietals with jammy blackberry and pepper (Zinfandel)
melding with anise and blueberry (Syrah), all wrapped in a toasty
swaddling of French and American oak."
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Chuck
Hill, Wines Northwest Wines of the Week, January
2007 |
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2002 Alder Ridge Zinfandel Columbia Valley Gold
Medal |
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Dallas
Morning News, March
2005 |
Late Harvest
Gewürztraminer
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2005 Late Harvest Gewürztraminer Yakima Valley
"A wine that could get you drunk on aromatics alone, Forgeron
Cellar's late-harvest gewürztraminer ($14) is another vibrant wine
from the brazenly ripe 2005 vintage. Inhaling its rose-petal, tropical,
orange-zest perfume conveys a certain happiness that only a beachside
massage and tropical drink can bestow ."
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Maggie Dutton, Seattle Weekly,
November 28, 2007
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2005 Late Harvest Gewurztraminer Yakima Valley
Gold Medal |
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Wines
of Washington Festival, July 14 2007 |
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