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Root: 1 Cabernet Sauvignon 2004
According to Root:1: Ripe, dark fruit flavors, of cherry, raspberry, and blackberry are complimented by rich aromas of coffee and dark chocolate. A full-bodied wine with a rich structure, soft tannins, and a long and concentrated finish. Recommended food pairings are grilled meats such as flank steak, sirloin, and ostrich.
What I […]

Sunny summer evenings in Kirkland usually means crowds, traffic, more traffic, and long searches for parking spots. It’s a busy spot with the beach parks, lots of restaurant options, a marina, and a generally pedestrian friendly feel. The final stop on our tour of the trio of Italian restaurants in Kirkland will encourage Seattlites to […]

Great pic of Chris hauling in a catch in heavy traffic.

Nefarious Syrah 2005
According to the Neff’s: This is a very structured wine, rich in blueberry, chocolate, and earth. A little fruit, a little earth, sexy on the palate, with a floral undertone from the 5% Viognier co-ferment.
What I think: This is a potent wine that we picked up during our visit to Chelan […]