I don’t often tout the awesome press and ratings that Rad Grapes wines receive, but I should. Below is and excerpt from a Wine Spectator article dated June 25th that highlights a number of great values from Washington State, including our very own Bergevin Lane Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley 2007, which received 91 Points! Kudos to the Bergevin Lane team and thanks for making such great wines….and yes we do have some in stock!
New reviews of Cabernets, Syrahs, Merlots and more, all priced at $30 or less
Augustus Weed
Posted: June 25, 2010
Savvy shoppers know that a popular region or varietal on a label can often mean a higher price tag. While it’s no secret that Washington can produce high-quality grapes, the region continues to be a great source of wallet-friendly wines. The state’s most consistent performers—Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot—offer fresh, pure fruit flavors and sleek structures at prices that are often lower than those found elsewhere.
Syrah is still relatively new to Washington, but it has quickly positioned itself as one of the state’s best grapes. NXNW, produced by Oregon-based King Estate, shows how supple and refined the grape can be. Cuillin Hills, based in Woodinville, is a newcomer to the Washington wine scene. Winemaker Derek DesVoigne crafted an outstanding version from the near-perfect 2007 vintage.
Many Washington winemakers hang their hats on Cabernet Sauvignon, and the variety, by itself or in blends, accounts for some of the top wines coming out of the state. Winemaker Jean-François Pellet made an outstanding version at Amavi in the Walla Walla Valley (the 2005 Amavi Cabernet was a Wine Spectator Top 100 pick in 2008). For around the same amount, also try the Bergevin Lane Columbia Valley bottling produced by winemaker Steffan Jorgensen.
Has density and focus, playing its red berry, cherry tomato and spice flavors against mildly grippy tannins, finishing with an echo of sweet, spicy oak. Lingers enticingly. Best from 2012 through 2019. 850 cases made.
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