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WinesAbeja 2006 Cabernet SauvignonVintage DescriptionGorgeous, refined and supple, this is our flagship wine from a vintage defined by elegance and grace – picture a dancer. The 2006 growing season started with a mild spring but finished with an usually dry, hot summer. This led to earlier-than-usual flavor maturity, and while we had hoped for the corresponding lower-than-normal sugar levels as well, the result was actually the development of bright higher tone characters and a beautiful clear fruit profile. A good splash of Merlot adds roundness and silkiness, and the bright fruit lends itself to a smooth, polished mid-palate. These elements make for a pretty, lush wine that is approachable and delicious upon release. The age of the vines, seventy-five percent of which are twenty years or older, contributes to its aging potential.
John Abbott—Winemaker
Wine Review91 Points - Wine Spectator June 15, 2008 About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shopAbeja 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Bottling - TwoVintage DescriptionAt Abeja, a reserve designation is given to a rare Cabernet Sauvignon of extremely limited production. This 2005 reserve bottling is just our second vintage with this important designation. This wine reflects the absolute best of an extraordinary vintage and embodies our vision of classic Washington State Cabernet Sauvignon in its purest form. From as many as thirty different Cabernet lots we select our finest, and from those we choose our favorite barrels and blend them. This particular vintage of reserve showcases the skill of our friends at Sagemoor Farms. From their portfolio of outstanding vineyard sites, Bacchus Blocks 3 and 9 and Weinbau Block 10 distinguished themselves early in the vintage. Planted in 1972, Bacchus is some of the state’s oldest Cabernet Sauvignon, and these old vines have big personalities! Bacchus offers elegant, beautiful structure and richness. Weinbau, planted in 1995, contributes an old-world style, classic intensity, and concentration. Together, they make a wine that is both elegant and powerful, a perfect expression of our style.
Winemaker NotesAs with our Cabernet Sauvignon, Reserve Bottling One, this wine is refined and graceful. Its intricate nose is filled with perfume and combined with richness and spice. It has a lush generous front, a mid- palate with beautiful fruit, silky luxurious tannins, and layers of complexity that take your palate down a long path to a magnificent finish. It was aged for twenty-eight months in one-hundred-percent new French oak barrels. A classic wine deserves a classic album: Next Voice You Hear: The Best of Jackson Browne musician and now vintner! We expect this wine to continue to unfold over the next seven years and to age gracefully for at least another ten. From all of us at Abeja, we hope you enjoy it for many years to come. John Abbott - Winemaker About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shopAbeja 2007 ChardonnayVintage DescriptionThis is a Chardonnay with a style that will surprise you. It is clean and sleek, with richness and complexity. It is balanced and elegant, yet viscous and round. We use traditional techniques in the making of our Chardonnay. Three different strains of yeast are used during barrel fermentation. The wood is half new and half one-year-old, tight-grained French oak. Aging sur lie and stirring add body and complexity, yet it has bright acidity, which is so important for balance. We also use 100% malo-lactic fermentation. However, neutral strains of malo-lactic bacteria preserve the delicate qualities and varietal characteristics on the nose, while contributing a richness to the palate. Crisp floral Asian pear, golden delicious apples, lemon meringue, and vanilla – when we can start with descriptors like these, I know we have accomplished exactly what we set out to with this wine. Conner Lee Vineyard contributes an element of minerality, and Celilo contributes the brightness. The wood is restrained and well-integrated. A delicate waxiness coats your palate and continues to develop for a long, rich finish. This Chardonnay is refined and elegant, and deserves to be treated so. It shows its true beauty paired with a starter dish of steamer clams and freshly baked bread. You can easily pair this wine with traditional white meats like fish and chicken with many different preparations. Pumpkin soup would make another delicious companion. Also, I know that everyone has breakfast for dinner now and then. Eggs scrambled with feta cheese and chives with a hearty, crusty piece of toast would be great! For the music selection, I suggest the entire disc of We Shall Overcome: The Seeger Sessions by Bruce Springsteen. John Abbott—Winemaker
About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shopAbeja 2006 SyrahVintage DescriptionThis is a special Syrah with characters that are so different from most Washington State Syrahs. It is a precise example of what our Mill Creek Vineyard brings to the varietal along with the advantages of a cooler site.
Winemaker NotesThe fruit for this wine is grown at an elevation of 1310 feet on the grounds of the Winery. The higher elevation and the proximity to the Blue Mountains, gives this vineyard a longer, cooler ripening season than most other areas of the Walla Walla Appellation. About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shopChallenger Ridge 2008 Liberty Bell White
Winemaker NotesComplex blending of fruit with a hint of pear to the nose. Whole cluster pressed, barrel fermented in neutral oak. About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shopChallenger Ridge 2006 Estate Pinot Noir
Winemaker NotesWhole cluster picked sorted and destemed.Fermened in small lots using 2 ton fermenters. Fermented for aprox 14 days at temperatures between 84 and 90. Hand punch downs were done twice a day.Free run and a light pressing before a 9 months barrel aging in French oak. About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shopChallenger Ridge 2006 Pinot Noir Reserve
Winemaker NotesFruity with hints of citrus and spice. Estate grown Pinot Noir that is full bodied with a classic long finish. About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shopNicholas Cole Cellars 2005 ReserveVintage DescriptionTasting Notes Vintage Winemaking
About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shop2004 CamilleVintage DescriptionThe 2004 harvest was one of the earliest experienced in Washington State. Although an early winter freeze was not kind to many of Walla Walla’s vineyards, new fruit sources were discovered that were as good and in some cases better, than fruit used in previous vintages. Overall the 2004 wine growing season was text book perfect, boasting ideal warm temperatures without the heat spikes of 2003, resulting in consistent cluster development and a uniform ripening of the fruit.
VinyardsThe 2004 Camille is a blend of four of the Valley’s most distinguished vineyards. The diversity of the sites add complexity to the wine, with each vineyard bringing a unique contribution to the final blend. Klipsun Vineyard and Canoe Ridge give the wine intense, ripe fruit character and structure. Champoux Vineyard in the Horse Heaven Hills lends sophistication, while Neuffer Estate in the Walla Walla Valley provides elegance. Winemaker NotesHand picked and hand sorted. Punched down by hand to extract generous color and flavor while producing soft, supple tannins. Racked every 3-4 months to soften and clarify the wine. Aged 21 months in 60% new French oak; 40% neutral French oak barrels. Blended with Merlot for elegance, finesse and soft supple tannins, Cabernet Franc to give the wine its bright, fruit-forward character and Cabernet Sauvignon for structure. Unfiltered, unfined. Wine ReviewWine Spectator: 90 Points Wine Enthusiast: 92 Points The Wine Advocate: 92 Points About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shopStephenson Cellars 2005 Cabernet SauvignonVintage DescriptionFruit was sourced from Windy Ridge Vineyard in the Horse Heaven Hills AVA and Wooded Island Vineyard located on the banks of the Columbia River.
Wine Review92 Points - Wine Enthusiast November 1, 2008 About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shopStephenson Cellars 2006 SyrahVintage DescriptionFruit was sourced from Wooded Island Vineyard and Willow Crest Vineyard in the lower Yakima Valley.
About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shopStephenson Cellars 2006 Red Wine：Washington StateVintage DescriptionThis 2006 Red Wine is 60% Syrah, 20% Cabernet and 20% Merlot. It's a smoky, fruit-driven French style wine that may remind you of Languedoc or Chateau-neuf-du-pape.
About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shopVa Piano 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon16 Barrel LotVintage DescriptionWeather surrounding the bloom period and fruit set was ideal, with warm temperatures leading into May and June. Summer temperatures reached 100 + degrees on multiple days and continued through the late summer. As sugar levels were on the rise in August and September we were blessed with a little rainfall allowing the ripeness to catch up with sugars. The combination of cooler temperatures and the added rainfall slowed down the sugar development and permitted the berries to develop better flavors, tannin, and seed maturity. Overall grape quality exceeded my expectations, with average sugars and good acid balance.
Winemaker NotesI am pleased to introduce our fourth vintage, the 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon. This wine is a classic example of what Washington State has to offer, where the average vine age exceeds 14 years. The vineyard profiles reach a wide range of soils, grower personalities, management styles and unique fruit characteristics, which blended together produced a very special wine. The nose opens with classic aromatics of cassis, fresh mixed berry fruit and ripe black cherry aromas. Layers of velvety tannins are balanced with natural acidity keep the palate lively. This is a very balanced, beautifully textured and elegant wine. Enjoy now through 2020. Justin Wylie
About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shopVa Piano Bruno's Blend White I
Winemaker NotesThis is our inaugural Bruno White which is a Sauvignon Blanc, light straw in color, showcasing bright citrus, peach and melon aromas with racy acidity on the finish. I think this wine showcases classic Sauvignon Blanc style. Enjoy! About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shopVa Piano 2006 Syrah40 Barrel Lot2006 Vintage DescriptionWeather surrounding the bloom period and fruit set was ideal; with warm temperatures leading into May and June. Summer temperatures reached 100 + degrees on multiple days and continued through the late summer. As sugar levels were on the rise in August and September we where blessed with a little rainfall in the third week in September, allowing the physiological ripeness to catch up with sugars.
Winemaker NotesThis silky-textured wine is round and polished with notes of mineral, plum, bacon and layers of dark black fruits. Drink now through 2018. Wine Review91 Points - Wine Enthusiast August 2008 About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shopVa Piano Bruno’s Blend VII
Winemaker’s NotesBruno Blend “VII” is predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon this year. Vineyard sourcing for this Bruno came from some very old and established WA state vineyards. This wine is dark ruby in color with bright fruit, spice, smoke & earth aromas on the nose. Medium to full bodied mouth feel with silky round and balanced tannins. Foodies will love the acid profile in this wine!
Justin Wylie-winemaker
About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shopWoodinville Wine Cellars 2003 AusoniusVintage DescriptionWoodinville Wine Cellars’ Red Wine blend (83% Cabernet Sauvignon and 17% Cabernet Franc) is named after the Greek philosopher Ausonius. This nicely crafted full-bodied red has a lively nose of red fruits and soft vanilla notes that leap from the glass. Seamless on the palette it offers a round and generous mouth-feel revealing cola tones, black cherry and plum. The finish is long and full with beautifully integrated tannins. Should drink best from 2007 - 2015. We awarded this wine the “Ausonius” label to commemorate its complex namesake - a 4th century poet, professor, courtier, prefect (Gaul), and consul (Rome). As a Bordeaux vineyard owner, Ausonius undoubtedly appreciated the extraordinary care and patience required to produce a fine wine. A fortunate few will now hear the learned Ausonius speak - instructing the senses, delighting the palate and arousing the passions.
About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shopWoodinville Wine Cellars 2004 AusoniusVintage DescriptionWoodinville Wine Cellars’ Red Wine blend (50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc, and 8% Malbec) is named after the Greek philosopher Ausonius. Very clean and bright, with spicy chocolate, plum, boysenberry and cherry. There are hints of spice and pretty herb beginning to show. It’s a fruit-forward style, with good mid-palate concentration and some extra tannin and espresso highlights from the Cab Franc. 91 points - Wine Enthusiast. We awarded this wine the “Ausonius” label to commemorate its complex namesake - a 4th century poet, professor, courtier, prefect (Gaul), and consul (Rome). As a Bordeaux vineyard owner, Ausonius undoubtedly appreciated the extraordinary care and patience required to produce a fine wine. A fortunate few will now hear the learned Ausonius speak - instructing the senses, delighting the palate and arousing the passions.
Wine Review91 Points - Wine Enthusiast March 2007 About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shopWoodinville Wine Cellars 2006 SyrahVintage DescriptionOur 2006 Syrah blends lots from three fabulous vineyards in our portfolio: Dineen Family, a great spot North of Zillah in the Central Yakima Valley, Chandler Reach, on the Yakima River within earshot of Red Mountain, and Stillwater Creek, a legend in the making in the Frenchman Hills near Royal City. This Syrah showcases the different styles and quality of these three vineyards in one integrated wine.Not a shy wine, it will immediately fill your nose with tones of black and red fruit, finish with a long, lingering palate and offer pure enjoyment throughout. Pour in glass, swirl, sip, and repeat! Warning: User may experience a black tongue.
About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shopWoodinville Wine Cellars 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon ReserveVintage DescriptionThe 2005 is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from the Stillwater Creek Vineyard and may be the finest offering from this winery to date. The grapes came from block 40, planted with Clone 8 rootstock and were aged in 75% new French oak for 21 months. We think you’ll find this Cabernet a great testimate to Stillwater Creek and the quality of Washington wines.
About the WineryWoodinville Wine Cellars 2007 Little Bear CreekVintage DescriptionThe fourth release of our favorite "entry level" red, goes back to the 2005 Bordeaux style - predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon blended with hints of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Malbec. With aromas of red cherry and raspberry followed by huge red and black cherry flavors, this sweetly fruited, lengthy wine has the most "bang for the buck" yet. Bring this wine to your next dinner party or wine tasting and be the star.
About the WineryBuy this wine at the online shop2009 Sauvignon BlancVintage DescriptionAfter a long warm summer, we harvested amazing fruit from our two Sauvignon Blanc vineyards. The Artz Vineyard on Red Mountain is in a warmer region infusing the grapes with wonderful full bodied tropical tones, while Stillwater Creek Vineyard is a cooler climate giving the wine more classic notes such as grapefruit, green apple and star anise. Together, they make a wonderful, balanced combination. The nose has nice tropical tones as well as white peaches and mineral. Vibrant acidity washes over the palate with flavors of honey dew melon, and grapefruit. Citrus notes mingle together — reminiscent of biting into a cold green apple. A great complement to seafood, chicken, or your favorite soft cheese.
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