Dumas Station

March 17, 2011

Walla Walla Valley fans you are going to want to pay attention. This is a new arrival to TGD. Dumas winery is located at the historic Dumas Station near Walla Walla, WA. Established in 1897, for most of the past century freight trains hauled the world's best apples from this site. Dumas Station is continuing this legacy with these world class wines produced from their Minnick Hills vineyard. Here are some 'stats' and tasting notes. Enjoy!

 2008 Cow Catcher Red
Blend: 64% Cabernet - 19% Syrah - 10% Cab Franc - 7 % Merlot
325 cases produced
This food-friendly, elegant wine displays herbal notes of fresh sage and sandalwood, with generous bright cherry and floral overtones. A plush and velvety texture leads the way to a slowly tapering finish. $24.00 btl.

 2007 Merlot
Blend: 76% Merlot - 19% Cab Franc - 5% Cabernet
234 cases produced
Supple and elegant, this Merlot sings with soft cherry and blackberry notes. The silky and refined tannins sail effortlessly around the mouth, waltzing to a flawless finish. Hints of nutmeg and cinnamon add a bit of spice, and mingle with toasted figs. Walla Walla Merlot does not get any better than this! $32.00 btl.

 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon
Blend; 82% Cabernet - 9% Cab Franc - 9% Petite Verdot
This wine singularly is a great 'snapshot' of how exceptional the 2007 vintage was in the Walla Walla Valley. Subtle herbal notes on the nose include cinnamon and cardamon. Bright cherries and dark stone fruits exude a luscious mouth feel while the finish rolls on with distinguished tannins. Layers and layers of great complexity tease the taste buds! $38.00 btl.