Washington

Wine Spectator 90"Polished and distinctive, offering chocolate and espresso accents around a supple core of cherry and fresh currant fruit. The finish is well-defined, with a silky feel. Drink now through 2019. 145,000 cases made." –HS

Wine Spectator 93"Chewy with tannin, but bursting with fresh currant and plum,sneaking in hints of mint and black tea as the finish lingers. Agraceful wine that has miles to go. Best from 2013 through 2018." - H.S.Columbia Crest, part of the Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, is Washington's

Wine Spectator 89"Polished, lively and refined, with pretty white peach, floral and oatmeal notes that come together smoothly and linger on the finish. Drink now through 2015. 200,000 cases made."

Wine Spectator 87"Polished, refined and appealing for its juicy currant and spicy oak flavors, which linger nicely. Drink now." –HS

Wine Spectator 94 "Big, broad and decidedly savory, with a strong meaty, earthy component to the dark berry and herb flavors. Highly polished, this has focus and depth to burn. Not for all tastes, but distinctive and impressive. Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Drink now through2020. " " 70%

Wine Spectator 90"This sleek, appealing white brims with lemony pear and spice flavors, finishing with a refreshing lilt and surprising intensity. Drink now through 2015. 20,000 cases made." ~HS

Wine Spectator 88"This polished, ripe and stylish red features cherry, orange peel and black tea flavors that glide easily over refined tannins, balanced with refreshing acidity. Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Mourvèdre." –HS

Wine Enthusiast 91WE TOP 100 BEST BUYS 2012 Rank 10"A fresh and textural wine, this puts a spicy spin on citrus rind, peach and apricot flavors. There’s an intriguing hint of white pepper as well, and an overall sensation of density, intensity and exceptional length."~PG

Wine Spectator 89BEST VALUE"This complex red exhibits layer flavors of blackberries and plums with a subtle spiciness and silky mouthfeel that leads to a long, elegant finish. "

Wine Spectator 87"Lithe, with a refined feel to the dark berry, cherry and herb flavors, lingering gently. Drink now." –HS

" Exhibiting big, bold flavors, our Grand Estates Cabernet Sauvignon highlights these classic characteristics while softening the edges just enough to call attention to delicate aromas and fruit complexity. Aromas and flavors of black cherry, plum and spice on the mid-palate are complemented by

Wine Spectator 90“Supple and spicy, with a plush-textured, dark-hued, blackberry-rich mouthful lingering against creamy oak notes on the long and polished finish. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Drink now through 2017." –HS

Wine Spectator 88"This sweet, soft Riesling shows a slight prickle of carbonation to reach for balance, offering pear and apricot flavors that remain fresh through the finish" –HS

Wine Spectator 89"Lithe, polished and approachable, with generous raspberry, cranberry, floral and white chocolate flavors that linger easily against refined tannins. Drink now through 2016. 69,000 cases made." ~HS

Wine Spectator 87"Light, bright and spicy, with pear, tangerine and floral flavors, lingering easily. Drink now."

Wine Spectator 89"Chewy, nicely focused and appealing, with ripe black cherry and licorice flavors that dance deftly on the finish. Drink now through 2015. 225,000 cases made." –HS

Wine Spectator 88"This white is polished, light and refined, with pretty pear and cream flavors showing deft balance. Drink now through 2014. 15,028 cases made." –HS

Wine Enthusiast 91"A marvelous effort in a difficult year, this textbook Washington riesling is bursting with apricot and peach fruit goodness. Round and polished, it lengthens itself and adds texture with an excellent wash of minerality." ~ P.G.

Wine Advocate 90"From among the multitude of inexpensive Charles Smith wines he showed me only his 2011 Riesling Kung Fu Girl and I simply could not find time to explore that range further. Despite its near ubiquity in U.S. markets, I had not tasted any previous installment of this Smith hit –

Wine Advocate 90"The 2009 Chardonnay Cold Creek Vineyard was fermented and aged sur lie in 53% new French oak for 9 months. Aromas of pain grille, pencil lead, poached pear, spiced apple and tropical notes lead to a wine in need of another 1-2 years to fully blossom. Still tightly wound but with

Wine Spectator 87"This deftly balanced red shows dark plum and blueberry flavors on a soft texture. Supple finish. Drink now." –HS

" My goal with the Columbia Valley Chardonnay is to make a pleasurable, food-friendly Chardonnay. This is a fresh, soft style of Chardonnay with bright apple and sweet citrus fruit character and subtle spice and oak nuances. We blend Chardonnay grapes from vineyards all over Washington's Columbia

Wine Advocate 93 - DS"The K Vintners 2009 Roma En Chamberlin represents a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon with 38% Syrah sourced from Christophe Baron’s famous vineyard and named for Charles Smith’s mother. Dark Burley tobacco, dried mushrooms, peat, smoked meat and saline, alkaline marine notes

Wine Spectator 90"Sweet and silky, balanced with aggressive acidity. The poached pear, pineapple and spice flavors linger on the finish. Drink now through 2015. 1,400 cases made."–HS

Wine Enthusiast 88"The sweetness gauge on the back label indicates this as medium dry, and at 3.2% residual sugar, there is more than a hint of sweetness. It’s all in fine balance, full flavored, fruity and round. A mix of peaches, apricots and Mandarin oranges makes this an interesting Riesling