Sangiovese, 2006, Crowfoot
Sangiovese grapes have been the heart of great wines in Chianti and other northern Italian areas for centuries, and this Crowfoot vintage reflects that heritage. This bottling evokes plums and figs, with a slight tang of smoke and a note of vineyards during crush.
Excellent with Italian food as well as a pork loin or line-caught Northwest salmon.
Sangiovese, 2006, Trio Vintners
The Sangiovese grapes for this wine come from a trio of very small vineyards in the Walla Walla Valley. One contributed aromatic fruit, another has very small berries, which contributes dark color and prominent acid to the blend, while grapes from the third vineyard provide the chewy tannins and structure.
This wine opens up over time, displaying leather and dried cherries along with firm tannins and food-friendly acidity. The finish is surprisingly nutty with a pinch of tobacco.
93% Sangiovese, 7% Syrah
Walla Walla County Appellation
Vineyards: Morrison, Sundance, Tasawik, Rizutti
Alcohol: 14.2%
Sangiovese, 2006, Yellow Hawk Cellar
This medium-bodied classic-style Sangiovese is especially good with classic Italian dishes, like pasta primavera, roast pork loin, and lamb, and is lovely with wild-caught Northwest salmon.
A hint of Syrah adds complexity to elements of black plum, fig, dark cherry and smoke, balanced with light oak from eleven months of barrel aging.
92% sangiovese, 9% syrah
Walla Walla Valley Appellation
Vineyards: Seven Hills, LeFore
Alcohol: 13.7%
