The Sentinel Gap stands watch over our vineyards on the Wahluke Slope in Eastern Washington. We use the most exceptional fruit from our best vines to produce the small lots we blend into our Sentinel. This composition comes from low-yielding vines planted in the ancient soils above the glacial flood line at our acclaimed Northridge Vineyard.
The Cratonic is a Bordeaux blend with great intensity and solid depth of flavor. Prominent Cassis, blackberry, and black cherry tones. Toasty notes in the mouth with coffee bean and mocha with a rich concentrated intensity.
Exclusive Italian red blend hand-selected by Butch Milbrandt! Inspired by the aromatic. ruby-red harmonies of Sangiovese, Primitivo and Barbera grapes. Notes of dark toasted bread, bing cherry, black cherry, raspberry jam. Tones of caremelized vanilla sugar, saskatoon berries, and hints of tanned leather.
La Scorie is a Rhone-style blend inspired by the supple, dark fruit driven symphony of Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Grenache. Beautiful complexity with notes of plum and blackberry, dark roast coffee, spicy notes of nutmeg, allspice, subtle black peppercorn. A nice concentration with medium bodied tannins.
Fresh dark fruits like blackberry and black cherry are
prominent on the nose, complemented by prominent
flavors of nutmeg and baking spices, with a subtle hint of
mocha. The mouthfeel is big and concentrated, fully
supported by the wine's tannin and acid structure. Pair it
with a grilled tomahawk ribeye.
This single vineyard series cabernet sauvignon has dark fruits prominent on the nose, complemented by notes of dark roasted coffee bean, and a hint of tanned leather. The mouthfeel is big with lots of black fruit by mouth. Ample tannin gives this wine a lot of structure.
90, International Wine Review! A big, rich mouthfeel that is especially concentrated, making for a very serious wine. Opens with rich toasted oak, vanilla, and mocha. Aromas of black cherry, black currant, and blackberry, with a hint of anise.
Rich, round mouthfeel. Fruit forward aromas. Notes of cassis and fresh blackberries on the palate. Hints of dark roasted coffee beans and vanilla bean linger through the finish.
Predominant apple and pear notes on the nose, accompanied by minerality and slight lemon rind citrus; very sublime caramel aroma. Similar to the nose, flavors of Granny Smith apple and Bartlett pear are present on the palate. Very nice richness in the mouth; a little bread dough, citrus, and minerality comes through on the finish.
Blueberry and blackberry aromas with a hint of earth. Packed with dark fruits on the palate, mouthwatering
jammy notes, subtle coffee, and baking spices. The finish is succulent, pulling you in for another sip.
Full-bodied with aromas of dark cocoa and hints of vanilla, lush Bing cherry flavors, and a long, lingering smooth finish. Elegant and supple on the palate, the juicy red fruit flavors are punctuated by the round, soft, medium-body mouthfeel. The tannins remain chewy through the finish.
Aromas of blackberry, plum, and roasted coffee, with a hint of vanilla. Very well rounded in the mouth; ripe berries and
blackberry jam in a nice concentration and lingering finish.
Aromas of Black Fruit. Opens with notes of black cherry and boysenberry. The mid palate is layered with notes of black tea, herb and spice. Balanced and concentrated wine with a smooth and lasting finish.
91, International Wine Review! Best Buy Wine Enthusiast 90 Points Aromas of honeysuckle and citrus delight the nose. Crisp and fresh flavors of Washington apple with a slight touch of peach on the palate. A very well balanced Chardonnay that is crisp and refreshing.
Our 2019 Merlot offers bright aromas of bing cherry, cranberry, and pomegranate this wine has excellent color and flavor. With a juicy, ripe entry, and intense fruit-driven palate the red fruit is pronounced and powerful, yet remains balanced.
Wine Enthusiast's "Best Buy" several years in a row! Refreshing, off-dry style with aromas of sweet peach, ripe Granny Smith apple, and zesty Key lime. A crisp, clean finish. The acid minerality, and medium dryness are perfectly balanced with a clean finish.
Inviting aromas of fresh apricot, mandarin, and white peach. Notes of honey add a softness that's complemented by a bright acidity reminiscent of citrus. The entry is rich, followed by a bright mid-palate and satisfying finish.
