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Long Shadows Chester Kidder

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750 mL
Wine Type
Red Wine
RegionWashington State
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Country
United States
SubregionColumbia Valley
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GrapesShiraz/Syrah
Wine Description:
Long Shadows Chester Kidder is a premium red wine produced by Long Shadows Vintners in the Columbia Valley appellation of Washington State. The wine is named after the late winemaker Chester Kidder, who was known for his passion and expertise in crafting exceptional Bordeaux-style blends. The grapes for this wine are sourced from some of the best vineyards in the region, including the Red Mountain AVA and the Horse Heaven Hills AVA. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a complex and elegant blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Petit Verdot with notes of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of vanilla. Long Shadows Chester Kidder is a wine that showcases the best of Washington State's terroir and winemaking expertise.
Pros:
  • Aromas of ripe cherry, mocha and toasted oak
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Cons:
  • Potential for tannic astringency on the finish
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User Rating:

4.4
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Expert Rating:

4.0

Wine Expert Note:

This Washington red blend has bright aromas of dark cherries, cassis, and earthy tones. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied and full of character, with a complex array of dark fruit flavors, subtle hints of spice, and earthy minerality. The finish is smooth and balanced, with a lingering finish of earth and tobacco. A fantastic blend to please any palate, the Long Shadows Chester Kidder is an excellent example of Washington state winemaking.
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