WTN: Local Yokels

[Jenise]

2018 Long Shadows Wineries Sauvignon Blanc Cymbal Columbia Valley
This is a STUNNING Sauv Blanc of a very different breed for WA state and also the debut vintage of this addition to the Long Shadows line-up. No gooseberries, no kaffir lime leaf, no citrus basket, no muskiness, no searing grapefruit, no big dominant flavors. And probably no stainless steel. Rather, more in the elegant French style, a symphony of low tones with subtle oak spice and minerals that carry into a long finish.

2016 Long Shadows Wineries Pirouette Columbia Valley Red Bordeaux Blend
Lots of good elements but awkwardly chocolatey and raw for current drinking. Ideal drinking window is several years away.

2016 Rôtie Cellars Northern Blend Walla Walla Valley Syrah Blend
Nothing but good news here: none of the prunes detected by others in recent CT notes, and not low-acid like the bottle that disappointed me about three months ago. Rather, notes of fresh plums, beef jerky, that terrific Rocks funk and everything in balance.

[David M. Bueker]

Trying to get me interested in trying a Sauvignon Blanc?

[Jenise]

This one just might work!!

The 2017 Rotie Northern Blend is also a great syrah if you a fan of the savory elements of the Rocks region.

[Jenise]

Haven't tasted it but it's generally a great vintage so all should be well with that. Def a fan of The Rocks. Was in SoDo last week picking up at Full Pull and hoped to taste at their tasting room in the same warehouse. Alas, it was Wed and they're only open Thurs-Sun.

That SB sounds interesting.Might make a good ringer in a French tasting (and I mean that sancerrely!)

[Jenise]

Definitely Bordeaux vs. Sancerre, but yes. Surprisingly excellent!