2007 Betz Family Clos de Betz- USA, Washington, Columbia Valley (12/16/2017)
It has been about 3 years since my last bottle of this wine and it has improved markedly. This was a pop and pour. The color is dark ruby with no signs of age at all. On the nose graphite, earth, cherry, smoke and some vanilla . The flavors are fruit dominated with black cherry, earthy, spiciness and a tannic tingle on the long finish. Maybe a little alcohol on the finish which might not suit some. I believe that this wine has the tannin and acidity to continue developing for at least another 5 years. Happy to have 2 more bottles. Betz is one of several WA state wineries that consistently produce excellent wine for fair prices. (94 pts.)
Under-appreciated winery. Bob is not only a great person, and winemaker, but one of most knowledgable wine people ever… he’s forgotten more than I know.
Every 2007 I ever had is long gone. Thanks for the note.