Thursday, October 26, 2006

Wine Notes #10: Walla Walla


Owen Roe Sharecropper's 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon: So yes, the label reads Pinot Noir, but this review really is of the Cab. For some reason a Cab label could not be found . . .

Owen Roe produces the wine from Washington vineyard grapes. The company uses a co-operative growing arrangement under which the grapes are provided to the winery, which handles bottling and distribution. I imagine that this arrangement helps to keep costs down as less financing would be involved-the winery then splits the proceeds with the growers once the bottles are sold.

The result is a delicious Cabernet at a reasonable cost (a smidgeon over $20, depending upon the retailer). The wine is full, and ready to drink young. Lots of sumptuous fruit, and a good nose.
Owen Roe

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