Long Shadows
Founded in 2003, Long Shadows is the brainchild of Washington wine luminary Allen Shoup. As President and CEO of Chateau Ste. Michelle and its affiliated wineries, Allen spent 20 years building the reputation of the growing region, in part by forging winemaking partnerships that brought Italy's Piero Antinori and Germany's Dr. Ernst Loosen to the Columbia Valley. During that time, he saw the region grow from 4,000 acres of unheralded vines to 30,000 acres of vineyards spread over nine different AVAs. At times, Allen's purchases accounted for up to 70% of all the fruit grown in the state. The beauty of this now is that Allen has long-standing relationships with many of the best growers in Washington State. After leaving Ste. Michelle in 2000, Allen's commitment to advancing the Columbia Valley remained undaunted. He spent the next three years developing Long Shadows, a proposition that was as simple as it was complex: recruit a cadre of the finest winemakers in the world; give each vintner access to Washington State's best grapes; and outfit a winery to accommodate a diverse group of winemakers' exacting cellar specifications. With the vision in place, Allen began introducing a dream team of celebrated vintners to the vines and wines of the growing region. The idea quickly sold itself; and from the beginning, the wines have enjoyed critical acclaim that has continued to grow, vintage after vintage. In addition to the wines, Long Shadows collectively has won numerous awards, including recognition as Food & Wine magazine's "Winery of the Year."
Long Shadows 'Poet's Leap' Riesling 2018
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Washington » Columbia Valley
Wine Enthusiast 91 "Vibrant aromas of pear, flowers, Meyer lemon and herb are followed by off-dry drinking, medium-bodied Nestea iced tea flavors. Vibrant acidity backs it
Long Shadows 'Poet's Leap' Riesling 2017
Jeb Dunnuck 92 "Brought up all in stainless steel, the 2017 Riesling Poet's Leap is racy and exotic, with a rocking bouquet of green citrus, lime
Long Shadows 'Poet's Leap' Riesling 2016
Wine Advocate 92 “The 2016 Riesling Poet's Leap is very pretty, offering up aromas of lime, lemon oil, white flowers and very subtle petrol that wouldn't
Long Shadows 'Poet's Leap' Riesling 2015
Wine Spectator 91 "Taut, sharply focused and distinctive, with apricot, peach, Meyer lemon and slate elements that glide over an off-dry finish that doesn’t quit.
Long Shadows 'Poet's Leap' Riesling 2014
Antonio Galloni 91 "Pale straw. Tangy aromas of stone and citrus fruits, dusty brown spices, minerals and honey Moderately sweet but with terrific acidity and
Long Shadows 'Poet's Leap' Riesling 2008
Connoisseurs Guide to Wine 92 "A tighter style is displayed by this slightly sweet bottling whose Riesling floweriness and Fuji apple prettiness are on display from
Long Shadows 'Pedestal' Merlot 2007
Robert Parker 94 "The 2007 Pedestal Merlot is the project of Michel Rolland. This latest release is composed of 75% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, with the
Long Shadows Poet's Leap Riesling 2007
Wine Enthusiast 94 "Loaded with honey-suckle, melon, pear, peach and hints of sweet grapefruit, this juicy wine perfectly captures the intesity of Washington Riesling and the
Long Shadows 'Pirouette' Pirouette Red 2006
Wine Spectator 93 "This rich, opulent red teems with currant, blackberry, plum and exotic spice flavors, weaving in touches of herb and tobacco as the finish
Long Shadows 'Chester Kidder' Red 2005
Robert Parker 93 "The 2005 Chester Kidder Red Wine is made by Gilles Nicault who is also the winemaker in residence at Long Shadows. It is
Long Shadows 'Feather' Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
Robert Parker 92 "The 2005 Feather is a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon cuvee made by Randy Dunn of Napa Valley fame. The wine was sourced from three
Long Shadows 'Sequel' Syrah 2005
Wine Spectator 91 "Firm in texture, with a crisp feel to the tannins under the ripe, narrowly focused blackberry, plum and black olive flavors. The finish
Long Shadows 'Sequel' Syrah 2004
Wine Spectator 92 "Smooth and velvety, this is a graceful, beautifully balanced Syrah that shows off its blueberry and plum fruit against shades of white pepper
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