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2012 Columbia Crest Walter Clore Private Reserve

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January 29, 2023 - $22

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RATINGS

91The Wine Advocate

...rich, smoky, plum and coffee bean scented effort that has medium to full-bodied richness, lots of oak, notable tannin and excellent mid-palate depth and concentration.

91Wine Spectator

Firm in texture, with a burr of tannins surrounding a bright core of blackberry, currant and floral flavors that persist into the generous finish.

91Stephen Tanzer

... Sexy, slightly high-toned aromas of cassis, licorice, bitter chocolate and violet. At once sweet and savory, showing lovely texture and definition to its dark berry, mineral and spice flavors... Finishes with a strong dusting of building tannins and very good length.

15.5Jancis Robinson

Generous, highly extracted fruit and slightly bitter tannins. Very potent, and with all the marks of ambitious winemaking...

REGION

United States, Washington, Columbia Valley

Columbia Valley AVA is larger than some states. At 18,000 square miles, or 11 million acres, the appellation covers almost half of Washington State and a small part of Oregon on the south side of the Columbia River. Established in 1984, Columbia Valley contains numerous sub appellations within its boundaries, including Yakima Valley AVA and Walla Walla AVA, both large and important wine districts. Columbia Valley AVA, generally called the Columbia Basin by Pacific Northwesterners, is in the Columbia River Plateau, and the AVA also includes a section of northeastern Oregon. There are dozens of microclimates within this appellation of about 7,000 vineyard acres. Many kinds of grapes are grown in the Columbia Valley, though the principal grapes planted are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, Riesling, Syrah, Pinot Gris and Sauvignon Blanc. Eastern Washington experiences very hot summers and cold winters, and the northern latitude means that Washington vineyards receive several more hours of sun in the summer than California vineyards. Grapes in Washington therefore have time to develop significant tannins and overall ripeness.