Although this forceful, spicy, oaky wine is not the most elegant Cabernet, it does fill the mouth, offering light woodiness accompanied by attractive, ripe, curranty fruit. Soft, round, and generous, it is ideal for drinking over the next 4-5 years. Tel. (509) 875-2061

This winery continues to turn out well-made, attractive red wines meant to be drunk in their first 4-5 years of life. The 1989 Cabernet Sauvignon-Barrel Select exhibits an impressively deep ruby/purple color, an excellent spicy, vanillin, and cassis-scented nose, medium-bodied, concentrated flavors with tart acids, and moderate tannins. Drinkable now, it should age well for 5-6 years.