2005 Cayalla RTW 90 points

Red Blend, Columbia Valley (WA), $13


Red blends are hot this year! Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah from Washington and Oregon vineyards are mixed into Cayalla, a tart, supple, somewhat chalky red wine. It’s medium bodied and lush, balanced and clean, with flavors are of wild strawberry, raspberry and rhubarb. Easy drinking wine and a great value at 13 bucks