Taste Washington! 2012 Recommended Wines . I first met àMaurice Cellars winemaker Anna Schafer at the 2007 Washington Wine Country Grand Gala in Yakima, Washington. Saturday, I had a chance to meet Ms. Schafer again. In 2007 I wrote, " These are not lazy, rural wines - but big, expressive urban wines, deserving of sunsets reflected off skyscrapers, fine meals in intimate settings and perfect for entertaining your cherished friends." Her intelligence, passion and focus still shine. It was great to see you again Anna. Winemaker Anna Schafer, sorry the photo is out of focus All four wines she poured for me were very good, two of them were exceptional. Don't put off a trip to Walla Walla, you want to visit this winery. The Wines Viognier - Lovely, crisp fruit finish. Recommended. * Favorite: 2008 Columbia Valley Chardonnay – Loveliness... 100% Chardonnay, 314 cases produced, $28 retail. Winery notes . 2009 Syrah - Lovely, big, tasty. Recommended. * F...
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