Taste Washington! 2012 Recommended Wines. As part of a fourth generation Walla Walla family, selling grapes to some of the most prestigious wine makers in the Walla Walla Valley has given Andrew Lodmell a unique perspective on how to make good wine. Over the past 7 years he has surrounded himself with some of the best wine minds. Growing and selling grapes has evolved into wine making. Andrew Lodmell – Partner, Vineyard Manager, Winemaker Kristie Lodmell – Owner/Partner The Wines: Lodmell 2010 Sauvignon Blanc. ** Favorite Sauvignon Blanc at Taste Washington: Sauvignon Blanc 2010 Spring Creek Vineyards - Interesting nose, sold out, elegant, exotic, wild, crisp, dry. I was impressed by the Lodmell Sauvignon Blanc, very intriguing wine, my favorite Sauvignon Blanc at Taste this year. ABV 14.4%, retail price $18. Lodmell Cellars Port and 2010 Saginee. * Favorite: Rose Estate Traditional Saginee 2010 - Unreleased, 60% merlot, 40% cab, ABV 14%, honey, false sense...
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