There is very little Carmenere in Washington, and Beresan’s limited and sought-after varietal offering is restricted to tasting room and mailing list customers only. Balanced and tight, the crisp red fruits are annotated with hints of gun metal, toast and cinnamon. Just a touch of pepper and leaf, along with streaks of licorice and vanilla in the finish.——P.G.(5/1/2011)—— 90

All Seven Hills vineyard grapes, this is 100% varietal. It’s a very fine effort, displaying a smooth integration of red fruits (currant, berry, hints of hard cherry candy) that create a firm and bright core, with spice and grip. It resonates and builds to a sharp, spicy, well-defined finish.——P.G.(5/1/2009)—— 90