OWEN ROE YAKIMA RED 2007

A week ago today, I was sitting on the deck overlooking Crater Lake's expansive, deep blue. It's hard to come back from a vacation like that, or any vacation, really. You know what made it better this time? Knowing I had a sample of Owen Roe's 2007 Yakima Red waiting for me.

You might remember the last time I got worked up over Yakima Red - it was the 2005 vintage and I almost drove off the road with enthusiasm while telling Jean how good it was. The 2007 Yakima Red is a return to the style I love. It's that perfect blend of killer aromas, rich fruit, balance and drinkability.

The Yak is back.

Scoop after scoop of heady red fruit shows in the nose, along with cedar and toasty oak. A seamless entry gushes with red raspberry and cherry, while black cherry and cassis bellow on the low end. Balance is such a simple word, but everything is in its place with the 2007. I had this for dinner with roast rack of lamb and a sour cherry reduction, mascarpone polenta and sauteed Italian sweet peppers. For our long-time fans of the Yakima Red, think of this as a combination of 2004 and 2005.

With our years of Northwest wine experience, it's hard to recall another wine that has so much universal appeal. The Yakima Red 07 is almost TOO drinkable after it breathes for a couple hours. If you plan to cellar some, you might need more than a case. - Marcus

Owen Roe Yakima Red 07
$41.95/$37.76

The Yakima Red is back after a long hiatus. It's THE go-to Bordeaux blend from Washington. Cab, Cab Franc and Merlot fuse to perfection. From Washington state's classic 2007 vintage.

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Sinister Hand 08
$23.95/$21.55

Owen Roe's Sinister Hand is an exhuberant, lush, lively, juicy blend of Rhone varietals. It is a blend of 62% Grenache, 35% Syrah, and 3% Mourvedre, primarily from the Horse Heaven Hills.

Owen Roe
Lady Rosa Syrah 08
$44.95/$40.46

A brand new release that follows on the heels of its Wine Spectator 94-point, Highly Recommended 2007 predecessor. We love the purity and power of the Lady Rosa.

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