TRAVERSO'S NORTHWEST WINE TASTING AND SPECIALS THIS SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 26, NOON TO 3PM IN OUR STORE
YES, THERE ARE GREAT WINES COMING OUT OF OREGON AND WASHINGTON! COME IN AND TASTE THESE NEW ARRIVALS FOR YOURSELF. SEVEN DIFFERENT WINES ON THE LINE-UP. ALL 10% OFF OUR PRICE THIS SATURDAY ONLY. BUY ANY SIX OR MORE AND RECEIVE 15% OFF!
FEATURED WINES
2007 MILBRANDT VINEYARDS TRADITIONS COLUMBIA VALLEY WASHINGTON PINOT GRIS OUR PRICE $12.99
This Pinot Gris is subtle. It doesn't assault with exotic fruit, viscosity or oak. Rather, it caresses the palate with nuanced flavors and a fine, elegant texture. The 2007 has a fresh, clean nose of flowers, Granny Smith Apples and Anjou pears. The flavors are delicate, yet decisive. The finish is bright and minerally.
2007 MILBRANDT VINEYARDS TRADITIONS COLUMBIA VALLEY WASHINGTON RIESLING OUR PRICE $10.99
RS: 1.5
The 2007 Traditions Riesling shows why Eastern Washington is becoming a hub for Riesling. It is ripe, fresh and highly aromatic. The nose combines peaches and apricots. The flavors are rich, lush and juicy. The finish is off dry and balanced. GREAT VALUE!
2008 BENTON-LANE WINERY WILLAMETTE VALLEY OREGON PINOT GRIS OUR PRICE $17.99
This pale straw colored Pinot Gris has generous floral and pear aromas. In part, this comes from the addition of a small amount of estate grown Viognier grapes. Pressing the juice from whole grape clusters instead of individual grapes minimizes skin contact and this, along with a very cool fermentation, accentuates the delicate aromas. The wine is easy to love because it is beautifully balanced, and shows zesty citrus and apple flavors that lead to a lingering Asian pear finish.
93 Points, "Top 100 Wines of The World 2009" - Wine & Spirits Magazine
J. BOOKWALTER COLUMBIA VALLEY WASHINGTON SUBPLOT NO. 22 RED WINE OUR PRICE $17.99
A non-vintage blend of 31% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, 18% Malbec, 14% Cabernet Franc, 10% Syrah and 5% Petite Verdot. Made from primarily fruit from the epic 2005 vintage, this juciy red is a triumph for what can be done in the Columbia Valley. Blueberry-like fruit with spice and nice ripe tannins. This wine packs a punch and is a real value if you compare to some of the similar blends coming out of Napa.
2007 GORDON BROTHERS COLUMBIA VALLEY WASHINGTON MERLOT OUR PRICE $19.99
93% Merlot, 5% Syrah, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon
As the wine is swirled in the glass, aromas of cedar, raspberry and blackberry, cinnamon and leather rise to caress the nose. The palate is rewarded with ripe, red fruit dusted with cocoa powder and cinnamon. The mid-palate is generous, yet focused fruit, leading to lingering fine grain tannins. Enjoy this wine with a New York Strip steak with Merlot sauce and bleu cheese!
2005 MILBRANT VINEYARDS LEGACY WASHINGTON STATE SYRAH OUR PRICE $24.99
A dense, rich, juicy and unabashedly wine. The wine is large-framed with ripe fruit and relatively soft tannins. The aromas are dominated by lavender, boysenberry, tobacco, blackberries, leather, coffee, vanilla and white pepper. The texture exhibits a broad lushness that is nicely supported by fine natural acidity and soft tannins.
2007 SOLENA CELLARS WILLAMETTE VALLEY OREGON PINOT NOIR OUR PRICE $26.99
100% Bio-Dynamically Farmed Pinot Noir
The wine displays aromatics of clove and flint that lead to a palate of concentrated dark cherry and blueberry compote. A hint of barrel toast flows seamlessly into the long soft finish. An elegant vineyard selection that has enough structure and concentration to age to perfection. This wine would benefit from eight to ten years of cellar aging.
UPCOMING EVENTS & TASTINGS (schedule subject to change)
Saturday, October 3 - Italian Wines From The Veneto
Saturday, October 10 - TBA
Tuesday, October 13 - Glenmorangie Dinner at Jack and Tony's Call 707-526-4347
Sunday, October 18 - Bruichladdich Single Malt Whisky @ Hyatt Vineyard Creek Hotel
Friday, November 13 - Jacopo Poli Grappa Tasting @ Hyatt Vineyard Creek Hotel DETAILS TO FOLLOW
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