Chester Kidder 2007 Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA))

Country: US / Washington
Variety: Red Blend
Winery: Chester Kidder / Red Wine

This ups the percentage of Cabernet to 60%, with 25% Syrah, 14% Petit Verdot and just 1% Cabernet Franc. Released almost a full year later than the other Long Shadows reds, it is well-integrated and focused, with high-toned black cherry fruit set in dusty tannins. Scents of sandalwood drift through, along with cocoa and spice. As good or even better than the outstanding 2006.