Washington Wines' Emerging Greatness

 

As we are about to enter the second decade of this century, a look back at 2010 is breathtaking, as I have seen great strides being made in the overall quality and the peaks in Washington winemaking. And I believe there is even more greatness to come.

Lynn and I have been back and forth between Seattle and Walla Walla numerous times, and been all around the state. The quantity of good and outstanding wine has been amazing. There is a lot of talent, and we've met a lot of promising winemakers and made great friends.


Looking Ahead to 2011

 

There will be a lot to write about next year as well. In my first blog of the year, I will make my predictions for 2011. And next year's Review issues will include many, many more exceptional wines.

 

The Washington Wine Report Readers Survey Winners

 

In last week's blog, I mentioned that Adams Bench and Reynvaan Family Vineyard were the finalists for Sean Sullivan's Washington Wine Report Readers Survey. For the Wine of the Year 2010, the Adams Bench 2007 Red Willow Cabernet Sauvignon was the winner, with the Reynvaans' 2008 In the Rocks Syrah the runner up. For the Wine to Watch in 2011, the Adams Bench 2008 Reckoning was the top vote getter, followed by the Reynvaan 2009 Stonessence Syrah. I have tasted all four and found them to be highly meritorious. See the Washington Wine Report website for Sean's report and for my comments.

 

Next Week: The Top Wines of 2010

 

I am in the process of compiling my list of Top Wines of 2010. There will be two wines that scored perfect 20/20 points and twenty more 19+/19.5 point ones. There will also be a long list of highly recommended wines. Watch for it!

 

Happy Holidays!