2005 Aviator Red
• Wine of the Week, Wine Press Northwest (March 11, 2008)
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This blend of Syrah (40%), Merlot (35%) and Cabernet Sauvignon comes across as a complete wine. Black fruit compote, cola, French vanilla bean, a drizzle of chocolate and spicy cherries only begin to describe the approach. Bold plums and cola on the entry are met in midpalate by tannins that are sturdy without being over the top. No doubt this screwcapped release, piloted by Marcus Miller, is taking off in the tasting room. Rated “Outstanding" by Wine Press Northwest magazine.
2006 Ice Wine
• 97 points, Angelo Tavernero
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• Silver Medal, Tri-Cities Wine Festival
• Featured in the November ’07 edition of Sunset Magazine
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• Listed as one of the top wines for 2007 by Bob Woehler, Tri-City Herald
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2006 Chardonnay
• 90 points, Wine Enthusiast
Airfield Estates 2006 Chardonnay. Creamy with a smooth streak of rich butterscotch, this is avery appealing wine that seems to gather strength as it slides through themouth. It hits a whopping 15.3% alcohol, and yet retains a silky feel and anice mix of peach, apricot and papaya fruits. It just goes on and on, almostlike a dessert wine, without the sugar.
2006 Reserve Syrah
• Silver Medal, Tri-Cities Wine Festival
2006 Pinot Gris
• 89 points, Wine Enthusiast
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• Ranked #9 out of the top affordable white wines produced in Washington State
• Ranked #88 out of the Top 100 wines produced in Washington State for 2007
By Paul Gregutt
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