Remember to join us every Friday from 3-7 pm for our free wine tasting! Here’s what we’re pouring today:

L’ECOLE CHENIN BLANC
This crisp, aromatic Chenin Blanc is made in the style of French Vouvray and comes from vines planted in 1978. An expressive nose of jasmine and orange blossom leads into a vibrant palate with passion fruit, tropical star fruit and fresh apple. The finish is crisp, clean and has classic Chenin mineral characteristics. A delicious alternative to your normal summer white.

EPONYMOUS CABERNET FRANC
This wine offers a complex and intense nose of blueberries and dried thyme. The palate is velvety and medium-bodied continuing blue fruit notes balanced with warm baking spice and candied orange peel. The tannins are restrained and silky, but structured enough to withstand some aging.

L’ECOLE MERLOT
Washington State is producing consistent powerhouse Bordeaux varietal wines and this Columbia Valley Merlot is a prime example. Rich aromas of plum, violets and espresso guide you into a lush, full-bodied palate of dried cherry, blackberry and oak spice.

DIAMANDES MALBEC
This signature Argentinian grape makes wines that are rich, intense and silky. This is due to the high altitude vineyards which produce vibrant and concentrated fruit. The opening of this wine presents dark fruit and bittersweet chocolate with peppery spice and smoky notes evolving in the finish.

Join us today for some fantastic wines! We’ll be pouring from 3-7 pm. Hope to see you there!

CALERA CHARDONNAY
This is a beautiful Central Coast Chardonnay produced from a selection of vineyards in California’s Monterrey and Santa Clara counties. The nose is lush and welcoming with aromas of honey, stone fruits and blossoms. The flavor profile is bright and full of fruits like apples, pears, and cantaloupe while maintaining a nice balance of minerality. Oak aging lends notes of vanilla and smoke, rounding out this full and lively wine.

75 WINE CO. THE SUM
This vibrant, enjoyable red blend from the Seventy-Five Wine Company is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah and Syrah. Medium bodied and fruit forward, this is the perfect sipping wine for a fall afternoon. Blackberries, dark plum and mocha notes create a juicy, lively textured palate with sweet oak and peppery spice developing on the lengthy finish.

TIKAL PATRIOTA
From acclaimed Argentinian producer Ernesto Catena, this is a full, ripe and juicy Malbec. A deep purplish red, this wine presents a bold nose of ripe mixed berries and tart red cherries. The palate is full-bodied with flavors of blackberry, plum, dark chocolate and hints of savory herbs and spices. Silky and smooth, this is a large and generous wine balanced by structured tannins and refreshing acidity.

75 WINE CO. CABERNET
This rich and balanced Cabernet is sourced from top vineyards throughout California. The nose is dense and forward with notes of tart cherry and torched oak. The palate is full-bodied but elegant with supple tannins and rich flavors of black raspberry, cherry and cassis. Concentrated with a lush, lingering finish, this is a wine to enjoy now or hold for years to come.

Join us today from 3-7 pm and try this fantastic line up of wines!

BREAD & BUTTER CHARDONNAY
This golden, straw colored wine presents aromas of butterscotch and stone fruit developing into lemon meringue and vanilla cream. The palate offers richness and balanced acidity opening up with flavors of peach, citrus zest, tropical fruit and white flowers. The finish is smooth and buttery with hints of vanilla spice.

PORTLANDIA PINOT NOIR
This Oregon Pinot Noir sourced from the Willamette and Rogue Valleys, is a youthful, lively example of the grape. The nose is bright with red cherry and hints of pipe tobacco. The palate is vibrantly acidic and spicy, with red berry and plum notes and a clean underlying minerality.

ROSSI DI CA’MOMI
This is a proprietary red blend of grapes sourced from throughout Napa Valley. The nose is bold with caramel and fig aromas, along with notes of coffee and chocolate. Lush and medium bodied on the palate, ripe red fruit flavors mingle nicely with cedar and coffee notes. Powerful grip and balanced acidity carry you into a pleasing and long finish.

ONE TIME SPACEMAN, MOON DUCK RED
This Paso Robles blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvedre is a brooding violet blue color. The nose is forward and bold with notes of purple fruit and milk chocolate. Lush and round, the rich palate offers flavors of plum, fudge and candied violets. Pour this out for a chilly winter night in front of a roaring fire with a piece of braised meat.

Every year, the Pinot Posse comes to town! Join us for an epic dinner, complete with wine pairings and conversation with esteemed Pinot Noir winemakers!

We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving. We’ll still be around today, pouring from 3-7 pm. Come down and join us!

PAZO CILLEIRO ALBARINO
The Rias Baixas is one of the few areas in Spain that gets plentiful rainfall. They are best known for crisp, vibrant white wines made from Albarino. This wine offers an abundant bouquet of citrus, stone fruit and white flowers. Prevention of malolactic fermentation ensures that the focus remains on the fruit profile and a bracing, balanced acidity.

FATTORIA ROMIGNANO CHIANTI NATURALE
Italy is known for producing some of the most food friendly wines in the world. This is in part due to the high acidity in grapes such as Sangiovese, which has a palate cleansing effect. This ruby red wine has a nose of red fruit with a hint of dried tobacco. The palate has plentiful red cherry fruit with a hint of dried sweetness on the finish.

TOLAINO AL PASSO
Another Sangiovese based wine (seriously, they go so well with so many foods!) this one blended with Merlot for a little extra roundness and body. Bright cherry and berry aromas mingle with warm oak spice. The palate provide pure fruit notes and classic dusty Italian character.

DIAMANDES DE UCO MALBEC-CABERNET
The high altitude of the vineyards in Argentina creates a stressed growing condition for grapes, resulting in more intense, concentrated fruit character. The blend of Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon shows this concentration with intense aromas of blackberry and spice. The palate is full and velvety with fine tannins, balanced acidity and an effortlessly elegant finish.

Join us for one final wine tasting before the Thanksgiving holiday! Come by and pick out your dinner wines!

LUCIEN ALBRECHT CRÉMANT D’ALSACE BRUT
Crémant is the term used for French traditional method sparkling wines made outside the Champagne region. This brut (dry) wine is made from Pinot Blanc and offers a clean, light nose of citrus and yeasty bread notes. The palate is vibrant with delicate beading, ripe tropical fruit notes and a gentle creamy texture. A perfect accompaniment to your Thanksgiving appetizers.

WHISPERING ANGEL ROSÉ
A blend of primarily Grenache, the pale pink color is as ethereal as its name. The nose is fresh and vibrant, leading into a palate of ripe raspberries and wild strawberries. Classically Provencal in its style, the full and juicy ripeness of the fruit carries into a finish that is bone dry and refreshing.

ARGYLE WILLAMETTE PINOT NOIR
Willamette Valley has a solid reputation of producing bright, vibrant and balanced Pinot Noirs and Argyle is often recognized as one of the premier producers. This wine offer a mix of red and dark fruit, underscored by rich notes of forest floor and black tea. A graceful palate offers a lively acidity and silky, lingering tannins.

DOMAIN SAINTE EUGENIE CORBIÈRES
The Corbières AOC is located in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France. A blend of Old Vine Carignan, Grenache and Syrah this rich, purple wine has a fragrant nose of cherries, baking spice and a hint of dried flowers. Full-bodied with round tannins, the palate is complex with red fruit notes, sweet oak and candied orange peel. Enjoy this with braised and roasted meats or powerfully flavored cheeses.

This week, we have exciting wines from France and Spain! Come by and join us for a tasting. Hope to see you there!

CHATEAU FONTANILLE BLANC, ENTRE-DEUX-MERS
The Entre-Deux-Mers area of Bordeaux lies between the Garonne and Dordogne rivers. This area offers more fertile soil than the outside banks, so struggles to produce the complex, concentrated reds so lauded in Bordeaux. What it does excel at is producing vibrant, crisp, mineral driven whites. A blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, this wine offers rich stone fruit and citrus flavors with underlying honeyed notes. Enjoy this wine with some grilled white fish or goat cheese crostini.

CHATEAU LAPLAGNOTTE BELLEVUE, SAINT-EMILION GRAND CRU
Saint-Emilion is on the Right Bank of Bordeaux, making it a Merlot based blend. Rich yet easy going, this wine offers great depth and texture in the palate. Classic cherry and black currant flavors balance spicy black licorice, while pencil lead and sweet oak notes develop in the finish. Medium bodied with present but fine tannins, this is a wine to enjoy for years to come.

LUZON RED, JUMILLA
This Monastrell (Mourvedre) and Syrah blend is from the Jumilla region in Southeastern Spain. A rich, deep purple color, this wine offers a bold bouquet of ripe red and black fruits. The palate is soft and smooth with mature tannins, balanced acidity and hefty amounts of rich, jammy fruit. This is a wine for the colder weather, and would pair effortlessly with stews and braised meats.

TORRE GOLBAN, RIBERO DEL DUERO
The Ribero del Duero region is located just slightly northward in central Spain, along the Duero River. This area of the country has a challenging climate with extremely hot summers, very cold winters and a lack of rain fall due to mountains in the north. What this region does benefit from is high altitude vineyard areas, which give grapes maximum sun exposure allowing for full ripening. Wines from this area are required to be at least 75% Tempranillo, with this example being 100%. Aromas of bright cherry and warm vanilla usher you into a vibrant palate of red and black fruit, toasted oak and warm baking spice. Tannins are firm and polished, lingering into the long, grippy finish.

We look forward to seeing you for our FREE tasting tomorrow! Check out what we’ll be pouring:

CALERA CHARDONNAY
This is a beautiful Chardonnay from California’s Central Coast. A Wine Enthusiast Editor’s Choice, this wine opens with lively tropical aromas of tangerine, pineapple and hibiscus. The palate is mineral driven with just a touch of oak influence. Enjoy flavors of red apple, lemon curd and citrus zest with a lush mouthfeel and a balanced buttery finish.

FORTNIGHT CABERNET SAUVIGNON
This Napa Valley Cabernet has a forward and complex nose. Aromas of licorice, blueberry and sweet vanilla mingle with notes of dried mint and sage. The palate is focused and well structured, offering flavors of black fruit, cassis and mocha.

FREAKSHOW RED
One of acclaimed Michael David Winery’s big hits, this Lodi blend pairs the wild, untamed muscle of Syrah with the refined, polished structure of Petite Sirah. Aromas of baked berry cobble, espresso and roasted nuts rise aggressively from the glass. The palate is full bodied and velvety with rich flavors of jam, toffee, dark chocolate and warm tobacco on the finish. A big, gregarious wine and an excellent value.

AR GUENTOTA MALBEC
A rich and dense Malbec from Belasco de Baquedano Winery in Mendoza, this wine is a brilliant, deep ruby red. The nose is intense and complex with aromas of ripe berry fruit. The palate is smooth with lively acidity, rich flavors of balsamic and vanilla spice all underscored by a flinty minerality. Balanced and flavor dense.

Don’t forget to join us for our free wine tasting! Come by for a pour of the following:

JJ VINCENT BOURGOGNE BLANC
This white Burgundy, or Chardonnay, is a pale yellow with brilliant green accents. The nose is bright and assertive with ripe stone fruit notes along with hints of brioche. The palate is full and rich, offering flavors of peach cobbler and crème brulee. The rich decadence of flavor is balanced by a fresh, balanced acidity and clean finish. Positively delicious!

BODEGAS MONTECILLO RIOJA RESERVA
From one of the greatest Estates in Rioja, this wine offers a complex nose of sweet earth and juicy black fruit. The palate is smooth and balanced with the rustic elegance of the Old World. Black cherry, vanilla and dried herb flavors are supported by supple tannins and a juicy acidity. Enjoy this with braised meat in front of a roaring fire.

SAND POINT MERLOT
Sand Point Family Vineyards is located along a river basin in the heart of California’s Lodi Appellation. Paying exceptional attention to the careful stewardship and cultivation of the land, this wine is crafted to be a fruit forward, easy drinking wine. Bright cherry and raspberry fruit dominate the opening with notes of baking spice, warm chocolate and tasted oak adding depth. A lush palate and soft tannins ensure this is an easy going, enjoyable wine.

FAUST CABERNET SAUVIGNON
A tribute to Goethe’s famous masterpiece, Faust is the result of a renewed passion for winemaker Agustin Huneeus. Breaking from his doctrine that wines are a tribute to a great vineyard, Huneeus has made Faust to be a tribute to the Cabernet of Napa Valley, in all its ripe and powerful glory. Smooth and velvety, this wine showcases lush black cherry, plum and cassis fruit while sandalwood and cocoa notes develop on the long and lingering finish.