Dinner
To Start
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Surf clams, Oregon bay shrimp, Scallops, Washington potatoes, Applewood smoked bacon
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Coco Prawns$10Pineapple chutney, Thai chili sauce
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House-pickled peppers, Chipotle aioli
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Alki Roll$21spicy crab, cucumber, cream cheese, daikon sprouts, salmon lox, garlic sauce, miso aioli, tobiko
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Emerald Acres Manila Clams loaded with Mirepoix, Fennel, Butter and Grilled Bread$19Hand harvested daily by the legend himself, Kevin Riley. Owner, grower and all-around great guy. We work exclusively with him for all of our bivalve needs!
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Essential Baking Co. Grilled Fremont Sourdough$12Hot, crunchy, herby and served with aside of garlicky whipped butter. Be careful or you'll order seconds...
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Salty's Caesar$10Artisan Romaine, Preserved Lemon, Buttery Croutons, House Dressing
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Westside Slab Salad$12iceberg, warm bacon, black olives, grape tomato, green onion, croutons, danish blue cheese dressing
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Prawn Cocktail$20half a pound of poached and chilled 21/25's, horseradish cocktail, lemon
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3 Buck Shucks$3raspberry pink peppercorn mignonette, lemon
Ala Carte
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Prawn Skewers$156 huge prawns, grilled and finished with Tiger Sauce, meow! Wine Pairing: Matanzas Creek Sauvignon Blanc, $35: Sauvignon blanc has ripe citrus and juicy acid that tames the tiger sauce
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TKO Potatoes$10Crispy fried smashed fingerlings finished with togarashi spice and miso white BBQ sauce, they're a total knockout.
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Charred Broccolini$11salsa macha, cotija
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Steamed or Chilled Dungeness Crab by the Cluster$40Drawn butter. Wine Pairing: L'ecole Chenin Blanc, $34: Chenin blanc with its light body but fresh citrus flavors compliment crab
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10 oz Maine Lobster Tail$65white wine butter sauce, lemon
The Butcher's Block
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Salty's Half Pounder$22certified hereford beef, buttery brioche bun, shredded lettuce, bread and butter pickles, red onion, beefsteak tomato, tillamook cheddar, beer battered fries. Wine Pairing: Grgich Hills Zinfandel, $74: Grilled beef has umami and fat that soften tannins in a big fruity Zinfandel
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12oz. New York Strip$60pepper crusted, whipped potatoes, danish blue cheese, demi-glace. Wine Pairing: Forgeron Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon, $57: Cabernet's firm tannins are rounded out leaving glorious black fruit and pepper
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Sirloin Brochettes$22tiger sauce, roasted fennel, orange, watercress
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Lamb Chops Scottadito$38romesco, roasted mushroom risotto, garlicky haricot verts
Entrees
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Macho" Prawns$365 grilled giant prawns, macho butter sauce, sesame garlic rice, living cress
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Crispy Skin-On Steelhead$34sesame rice, bok choy, miso butter, chili crunch oil Wine Pairing: Newton Chardonnay, $91: Creamy sweet chardonnay aligns with pecorino cheese and clams
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Pan Seared Scallops$48forest mushroom risotto, romesco, garlicky winter greens, pancetta, pickled mustard seeds. Wine Pairing: Cote Bonneville Riesling, $45: Showy clean fruit balances the salty profile of pork belly and sweet scallops
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Grilled King Salmon$42charred tomato, asparagus, and sweet onion in red pepper almond aioli, harissa roasted fingerlings. Wine Pairing: Two Vintners Grenache, $49: Grenache offers low tannin with juicy ripe red fruit
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Linguine Frutti di Mare$38fin fish, shrimp, clams, blistered grape tomatoes, asparagus, and sweet onion. Wine Pairing: Rombauer Chardonnay, $77: The hint of oaky sweetness and creamy texture make chardonnay the choice
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Colossal 2 pc. Alaskan Cod Fish and Chips$25Super "Secret-Squirrel" Breading, Lemon, Tartar, Cocktail sauce, Beer Battered Fries. Wine Pairing: Treveri Cellars Blanc de Blanc, $32: Salt and oil need the effervescence and acidity of sparkling wine. Try it!
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Lobster and Prawn Bucatini$44Sauteed prawns, maine lobster meat, saffron cream sauce, pecorino toscano. Wine Pairing: Duckhorn Merlot, $72: A polished smooth merlot with ripe berry compliment this rustic dish
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Louie Louie$35Crab, bay shrimp, olive, egg, tomato, cucumber, asparagus, croutons, louie dressing. Wine Pairing: David Hill Riesling, $38: Riesling matches crab with a shear body and hint of sweet
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The Prez"idential Salad$27Rumor has it that once upon a time (the 70's) in a land far, far away (San Francisco) the recipe for the secret spices that grace our blackened salmon over Caesar was won in either 1) a poker game 2) a gentlemen's duel or 3) secured with good ol' fashioned bribery. Whichever it is may forever be lost to the annals of time. We're just glad it's on the menu. Wine Pairing: Saviah Syrah, $55: Syrah gives forward exotic fruit a ride on soft tannins to pair with our blackened salmon
Life is Short, Eat Big
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Colossal Bering Sea Red King Crab Leg$169At over one pound per leg, these beauties are the penultimate treat! Sourced directly from Alaska there is no better king crab experience. Included with our leg is a bowl of chowder, caesar salad, and to put a bow on the experience, a slice of our signature white chocolate mousse cake. Wine Pairing: Pomum Cellars Riesling, $38: We like riesling or albarino for their refreshing light bodied zip
Sweet Treats
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White Chocolate Mousse Cake$12with Raspberry Coulis
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Ice Cream/Sorbet Scoops$9with Shortbread Cookie
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Raspberry Linzer Torte$12hazelnut and raspberry jam filling, frangelico crème anglaise, vanilla ice cream
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Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake$12bittersweet chocolate cheesecake, peppermint mousse, chocolate ganache
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Vanilla Crème Brûlée$10brown sugar short bread
Red Wine
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Cabernet, Gorman Devil Makes Three$122020 Columbia Valley, Washington
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Merlot, Alki$102018 Columbia Valley, Washington
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Malbec 3 reviews , Terrazas Reserva$102017 Mendoza, Argentina
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Pinot Noir 1 review , Lorelle$122019 Willamette Valley, Oregon
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Red Blend, Maryhill$92016 Columbia Valley, Washington
White + Rosé + Bubbles
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Chardonnay 9 reviews , Chateau Ste Michelle Mimi$102018 Horse Heaven Hills, Washington
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Sauvignon Blanc 4 reviews , Mohua$102020 Marlborough, New Zealand
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Pinot Grigio, Corvezzo$92020 Italy
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Rose, Famille Perrin Cote du Rhone$92020 France
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Brut, Ste Michelle$9Columbia Valley, Washington
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Prosecco 4 reviews , Vandori$8Friuli-Venezia, Italy
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Riesling, Ryan Patrick$82018 Olsen Vineyard, Washington
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Moscato, Jacobs Creek$72020 Austalia
Cocktails
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Pear-Ginger Martini$12absolut pears vodka, domaine de canton ginger liqueur, fresh lemon juice
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Deep Eddy Mule$12choose from cranberry, lime or peach
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Berry Best Cosmo$11new amsterdam berry vodka, lime, cranberry, framboise float
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The OMG$12.50deep eddy ruby grapefruit vodka, st. germain elderflower liqueur, champagne, fresh grapefruit juice, on ice
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Huckleberry Lemon Drop$11360° mt. huckleberry vodka, triple sec, fresh lemon juice, sugared rim
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Sparkling Mai Tai$11bacardi rum, champagne, pineapple, orange & lime juices, orgeat syrup, on ice
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Woodford Cherry Old Fashioned$14woodford reserve, bordeaux cherry, soda, bitters
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Midnight Manhattan$14maker's mark, montenegro amaro, bitters
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Mango Habanero Margarita$12habenero infused el jimador tequila, triple sec, mango, lemon and lime
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Elijah Craig Rye Old Fashioned$14elijah craig rye, sweet vermouth, bitters, soda
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Hot Buttered Kracken Rum$11homemade hot buttered rum mix, kracken spiced rum
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Crown Apple Ginger Sour$12crown royal apple, ginger beer, fresh lemon, cranberry, cider, spiced simple syrup
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Bacardi Lime Coconut Mango Mojito$11bacardi lime rum, coconut, mango, lime, soda, mint
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Salty's Spicy Mary$11house infused habanero vodka, celery salt rim
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Exotic Mimosa$11choose passion fruit, guava, or pomegranate with champagne
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Espresso Martini$13jameson cold brew, frangelico, irish cream, espresso
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Hot Candied Apple Toddy$11crown royal apple whiskey, lemon, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg
Hard Seltzer
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White Claw$6Black Cherry
Free-Spirited
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Sparkling Apple Pie$6.25sparkling cider, apple juice, spiced simple syrup, cranberry
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Fantasy Lemonade$6.25Your choice: kiwi, strawberry, mango, peach
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Tropical Iced Tea$5.25lemonade, cranberry, iced tea, tropical tweak
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Dry Soda$6cucumber or rainier cherry
Lunch
Starters
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Coconut Crusted Prawns**$10pineapple chutney, thai chili sauce
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house-pickled peppers, chipotle aioli
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Alki Roll$21spicy crab, cucumber, cream cheese, daikon sprouts, salmon lox, garlic sauce, miso aioli, tobiko
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Emerald Acres Manila Clams loaded with Mirepoix, Fennel, Butter and Grilled Bread$19hand harvested daily by the legend himself, Kevin Riley. Owner, grower and all-around great guy. We work exclusively with him for all of our bivalve needs!
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Essential Baking Company Bread Basket$12hot, crunchy, herby and served with a side of garlicky whipped butter. Be careful or you'll order seconds…
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Prawn Cocktail$20half a pound of poached and chilled 21/25's, horseradish cocktail, lemon
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Oysters on the Half Shell*$3raspberry pink peppercorn mignonette, lemon
Soup / Salad / Pasta
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Salty's Seafood Chowder**$10surf clams, oregon bay shrimp, scallops, washington potatoes, applewood smoked bacon
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Baby Romaine Caesar$10artisan romaine, preserved lemon, buttery croutons, house dressing
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Westside Slab Salad$12iceberg, warm bacon, black olives, grape tomato, green onion, croutons, danish blue cheese dressing
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Louie Louie$35crab, bay shrimp, olive, egg, tomato, cucumber, asparagus, croutons, louie dressing
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The Prez"idential Salad$27Rumor has it that once upon a time (the 70's) in a land far, far away (San Francisco) the recipe for the secret spices that grace our blackened salmon over caesar was won in either 1) a poker game 2) a gentleman's duel or 3) good ol' fashioned bribery. Whichever it is may forever be lost to the annals of time. I'm just glad it's on the menu.
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Lobster and Prawn Bucatini$44sauteed prawns, maine lobster meat, saffron cream sauce, pecorino toscano
A La Carte
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Prawn Skewers$156 prawns, grilled and finished with Tiger Sauce, meow!
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Charred Broccolini$11salsa macha, cotija
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TKO Potatoes$10crispy fried smashed fingerlings finished with togarashi spice and miso white BBQ sauce, they're a total knockout.
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Steamed or Chilled Dungeness Crab by the Cluster$40drawn butter, lemon
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Sirloin Brochettes$22tiger sauce, roasted fennel, orange, watercress
Entrees
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Shakshuka$21Old is new and simple is always in fashion. If you're not in the loop on shakshuka then it's time to get on board! Savory and exotically spiced, farm fresh eggs and crispy potatoes are nestled into a roasted pepper and tomato-based sauce before being baked. Topped with briny feta and cilantro and served with a generous chunk of herby grilled sourdough, this will soon be your favorite midday meal!
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Salty's Half Pounder$22certified hereford beef, buttery brioche bun, shredded lettuce, bread and butter pickles, red onion, beefsteak tomato, tillamook cheddar, beer battered fries
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Korean Fried Chicken and Waffles$27A crisp yet fluffy Belgian waffle is slathered in rich sesame scented butter, topped with fried chicken wings, and drizzled with a savory, sweet, and spicy honey maple syrup. Finished with a spicy blend of toasted sesame, ground chili and dried orange, this is a beautiful beast!
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Croque Madame aka Mrs. Crunchy$27brioche grilled cheese with black forest ham and tillamook swiss, topped with a fried egg and sauce mornay. Served with truffle frites and a side of miso white bbq sauce!
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Colossal 2 pc. Alaskan Cod Fish and Chips$25super "secret-squirrel" breading, lemon, tartar, cocktail sauce, beer battered fries
Red wine by the glass
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Cabernet, Gorman Devil Makes Three$122020 Columbia Valley, Washington
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Merlot, Alki$102018 Columbia Valley, Washington
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Malbec 3 reviews , Terrazas Reserva$102018 Mendoza, Argentina
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Pinot Noir 1 review , Lorelle$122019 Willamette Valley, Oregon
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Red Blend, Maryhill$92016 Columbia Valley, Washington
White wine by the glass
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Chardonnay 9 reviews , Chateau Ste Michelle Mimi$102018 Horse Heaven Hills, Washington
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Sauvignon Blanc 4 reviews , Mohua$102020 Marlborough, New Zealand
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Pinot Grigio, Corvezzo$92020 Italy
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Rose, Famille Perrin Cote du RhÔne$92020 France
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Brut, Ste Michelle$9Columbia Valley, Washington
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Prosecco 4 reviews , Vandori$8Friuli-Venezia, Italy
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Riesling, Ryan Patrick$82018 Yakima, Washington
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Moscato, Jacobs Creek$72020 Austalia
Cocktails
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Pear-Ginger Martini$12absolut pears vodka, domaine de canton ginger liqueur, fresh lemon juice
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Deep Eddy Mule$12choose from cranberry, lime or peach
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Berry Best Cosmo$11new amsterdam berry vodka, lime, cranberry, framboise float
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The OMG$12.50deep eddy ruby grapefruit vodka, st germain elderflower liqueur, champagne, fresh grapefruit juice, on ice
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Huckleberry Lemon Drop$11360° mt. huckleberry vodka, triple sec, fresh lemon juice, sugared rim
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Sparkling Mai Tai$11bacardi rum, champagne, pineapple, orange and lime juices, orgeat syrup, rocks
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Woodford Cherry Old Fashioned$14woodford reserve, bordeaux cherry, soda, bitters
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Midnight Manhattan$14maker's mark, montenegro amaro, bitters
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Mango Habanero Margarita$12habenero infused luna azul tequila, triple sec, mango, lemon and lime
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Elijah Craig Rye Old Fashioned$14elijah craig rye, sweet vermouth, bitters, soda
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Crown Apple Ginger Sour$12crown royal apple, ginger beer, fresh lemon, cranberry, cider, spiced simple syrup
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Bacardi Lime Coconut Mango Mojito$11bacardi lime rum, coconut, mango, lime, soda, mint
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Salty's Spicy Mary$11house infused habanero vodka, celery salt rim
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Exotic Mimosa$11choose passion fruit, guava, or pomegranate with champagne
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Espresso Martini$13jameson cold brew, frangelico, irish cream, espresso
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Hot Candied Apple Toddy$11crown royal apple whiskey, lemon, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg
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Hot Buttered Kracken Rum$11homemade hot buttered rum mix, kracken spiced rum
No Alcohol
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Sparkling Apple Pie$6.25sparkling cider, apple juice, spiced simple syrup, cranberry
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Fantasy Lemonade$6.25your choice: kiwi, strawberry, mango, peach
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Tropical Iced Tea$5.25lemonade, cranberry, iced tea, tropical tweak
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Dry Soda$6cucumber or rainier cherry
Menus of restaurants nearby
Kids Menu
Kid's Entrees
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Fish 803 reviews & Chips$6.95with Alaskan true cod & tempura batter served with Salty's Seasoned Fries
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Grilled Cheese$6.95with fries
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Salty's Kid's Burger$6.95with cheddar cheese
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Grilled Salmon$12.95with mashers and buttery carrots
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Bucatini$6.95with marinara and parmesan
Dessert
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Vanilla Ice Cream$3.95with chocolate sauce and a cookie
Drinks
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Fruity Smoothie in These Flavors$1.95strawberry, peach, mango, kiwi or pineapple-coconut
To Go Menu
To Start
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Alki Roll$23Spicy crab, cucumber, cream cheese, daikon sprouts, salmon lox, garlic sauce, miso aioli, tobiko
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Charred Broccolini$13salsa macha, cotija
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Prawn Cocktail$22Half a pound of poached and chilled 21/25's, horseradish cocktail, lemon
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Sirloin Brochettes$24tiger sauce, roasted fennel, orange, watercress
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Westside Slab Salad$14iceberg, warm bacon, black olives, grape tomato, green onion, croutons, danish blue cheese dressing
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Surf clams, Oregon bay shrimp, scallops, Washington potatoes, and applewood smoked bacon
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Coco Prawns (3 Pieces)$12Pineapple chutney and Thai chili sauce
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Steamed or Chilled Dungeness Crab by the Cluster$42Drawn butter
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Artisan romaine, preserved lemon, buttery croutons, house dressing
Entrees
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Macho" Prawns$385 grilled giant prawns, macho butter sauce, sesame garlic rice, living cress. Allergen: peanuts
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2 Pieces Alaskan Cod Fish & Chips$27Super "secret-squirrel" breading, lemon, tartar, cocktail sauce, and beer battered fries
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Louie Louie$35Crab, bay shrimp, olive, egg, tomato, cucumber, asparagus, croutons, and louie dressing
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The Prez" Idential Caesar Salad$28Rumor has it that once upon a time (the 70's) in a land far, far away (San Francisco) the recipe for the secret spices that grace our blackened salmon over Caesar was won in either 1) a poker game 2) a gentlemen's duel or 3) secured with good ol' fashioned bribery. Whichever it is may forever be lost to the annals of time. We're just glad it's on the menu
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Lobster and Prawn Bucatini$45Sauteed prawns, Maine lobster meat, saffron cream sauce, pecorino toscano
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Salty's Half Pounder$24house-ground okanogan valley beef, buttery brioche bun, shredded lettuce, bread and butter pickles, red onion, beefsteak tomato, tillamook cheddar, beer battered fries
Sweets & Treats
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Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake$14bittersweet chocolate cheesecake, peppermint mousse, chocolate ganache
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Raspberry Linzer Torte$12hazelnut and raspberry jam filling, frangelico crème anglaise, vanilla ice cream
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White Chocolate Mousse Cake$12Raspberry coulis
Kids Menu
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Kids Bucattini$8.95Served with marinara and parmesan
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Kids Fish and Chips$8.95Served with Alaskan true cod and tempura batter with Salty's seasoned fries
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Kids Grilled Cheese$8.95served with fries
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Kids Grilled Salmon$14.95Served with roasted potatoes and buttery carrots
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Salty's Kids Burger$8.95Served with cheddar cheese
Dinner Specials
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Halibut and Prawn Duo$50Grilled halibut and colossal prawns smothered in our macho chili butter sauce, crispy garlic sesame rice pilaf, and greens beans...because mama said they are good for you
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Crispy Skin-On Steelhead$38Sesame rice, bok choy, miso butter, chili crunch oil
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Grilled King Salmon$44Charred tomato, asparagus, and sweet onion in red pepper almond aioli, harissa roasted fingerlings
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Boneless beef short rib steak, grilled prawn skewers, whipped potatoes, haricot verts
Weekend Morning Fresh Specials
Entrees
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Salty's Classic Cinnamon Rolls$16tender brioche, cream cheese icing, caramel sauce drizzle
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Not feeling too adventurous? Keep it old school and have a Belgian waffle topped with fresh macerated berries and whipped cream for that classic experience.
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The NOLA$253-egg omelet with andouille, deep-sea red crab, bay shrimp, and chevre, roasted red pepper and tomato etouffee,
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Classic Eggs Benedict$18toasted english muffins, canadian bacon, poached eggs, hollandaise, upland cress finish
Wine Menu
Global Warmers
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Down Comforter$11baileys and butterscotch schnapps folded into steamed milk
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Nutcracker Coffee$12grind espresso liqueur, frangelico, baileys, whipped cream
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Naughty Cocoa$12baileys, kahlua, hot cocoa
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Spanish Coffee$12Cruzan 151 rum, orange Liqueur, kahlua and coffee with whipped cream and caramelized sugar rim
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Swiss Chocolate Orange$11cointreau, st. remy vsop brandy, hot cocoa
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Crown Royal Harvest Cider$12Crown Royal Apple, Domaine Canton, hot apple cider
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Skippy Go Nutty Cocoa$11Skrewball peanut butter whiskey,frangelico,hot cocoa
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Irish Coffee$11Jameson Irish Whiskey, coffee, whipping cream
Cocktails
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Mango Habanero Margarita$11habanero infused tequila, triple sec, mango fresh lemon and lime
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Sparkling Mai Tai$10cruzan rum, prosecco, orange and lime juice, orgeat syrup, on the rocks, pineapple juice and Champagne
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The OMG$12deep eddy ruby grapefruit vodka, st germain elder ower liqueur, champagne, fresh grapefruit juice, on ice
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Huckleberry Lemon Drop$10360° mt. huckleberry vodka, triple sec, fresh lemon juice, sugared rim
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Berry Best Cosmo$10new amsterdam berry vodka, lime, cranberry, framboise
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Aperol Splash$10aperol, prosecco, soda
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Bacardi Lime Mojito$10bacardi lime rum, lime juice, mint, soda
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Midnight Manhattan$14Makers Mark, Montenegro Amaro, bitters
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Deep Eddy Mule$12choose from cranberry lime peach or ruby grapefruit
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Michters American Old Fashioned$14michters american bourbon, bordeaux cherry, soda, bitters
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Elijah Craig Old Fashioned$14elijah Craig rye, sweet vermouth, bitters
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Espresso Martini$13Jameson Cold Brew, frangelico, irish cream, espresso
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Pear Ginger Martini$13absolut pears vodka, domaine canton ginger liqueur, St Germaine, lemon
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Exotic Mimosa$13Champagne with your choice of passion fruit, guava or pomegranate on the side
Dessert
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White Chocolate Mousse Cake$12raspberry coulis
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Ice Cream or Sorbet$9shortbread cookie
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Raspberry Linzer Torte$12hazelnut and raspberry jam filling, frangelico crème anglaise, vanilla ice cream
Argentina
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Terrazas de los Andes, "Cheval des Andes" 2011 Proprietary Red Blend, Mendoza, Luján de Cuyo, Vistalba$105Tasting Notes: A ripe, balanced and powerful red, with elegant flavors of roasted plum, dark cherry and Asian spice. Plush and juicy midpalate, featuring a finish filled with creamy dark chocolate notes. Very refined
Australia
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Clarendon Hills, "Hickenbotham" 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon, South Australia, Fleurieu, McLaren Vale$89Tasting Notes: The array of floral violet and rose petal notes intertwine with black raspberry, dark cherry, boysenberry and cassis. Perfectly composed without any element of over-ripeness, superfluous alcohol or extroversion, with time in the glass interesting hints of pistachio, a whiff of clove and an interesting Sarsparilla and graphite-like element nuance with the fruit and take this to the next level
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Two Hands, "Ares" 2010 Syrah, South Australia, Barossa, Barossa Valley$329Winemaker's Notes: The 2010 Ares Shiraz s a dense black color. Aromas of dark fruits, bitter chocolate, subtle char, graphite and spice, grilled meats. On the palate, the wine is extremely complex and flavorsome but quite restrained. Full of dark fruits and chocolate, spice and char that roll on and on, all wound up with fine long subtle tannins
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Yangarra Estate, "Old Vine" 2014 Garnacha / Grenache, South Australia, Fleurieu, McLaren Vale$41Tasting Notes: Fragrant, with clove, sandalwood and white pepper accents to the pure core of ripe cherry, raspberry and kirsch flavors. Smooth and creamy. Drink now through 2027
France
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Billecart-Salmon "Brut Rosé" NV Champagne 16 reviews & Sparkling Wine, Champagne 16 reviews$168Tasting Notes: Pale, orange-tinged pink. Vibrant, spicy aromas of orange peel, ruby-red grapefruit and floral honey. Focused and pure, with juicy orange and tangy rhubarb flavors and a lush, velvety texture. This is weightier than previous bottlings of this cuvee, but has the usual precision and lift expected by long-time fans of this rose. Finishes with juicy citrus flavors and a late mineral jolt
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Bollinger, "Special Cuvée" NV Champagne 16 reviews & Sparkling Wine, Champagne 16 reviews , Champagne 16 reviews Grand Cru, Aÿ$97Tasting Notes: A lovely, balanced Champagne, with mineral and toast notes accenting flavors of quince, green pear, white peach and verbena. Backed by firm acidity, this shows impressive texture and finesse. Like a mosaic, all the pieces come together to make a beautiful whole. Drink now through 2020
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Henriot, "Brut Souverain" NV 1500ml, Champagne 16 reviews & Sparkling Wine, Champagne 16 reviews , Reims$170Winemaker's notes: A beautiful gold color. The bubbles are persistent, fine and regular. The nose is pleasant, made very elegant by the large amount of Chardonnay. The Brut Souverain is sharp, well balanced and harmonious on the palate. alcohol by volume: 12.0%
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Krug, "Brut Grande Cuvée" NV Champagne 16 reviews & Sparkling Wine, Champagne 16 reviews , Reims$266Winemaker's Notes: Deep golden color and fine, vivacious bubbles, predicting fullness and elegance. Aromas of flowers in bloom, ripe and dried fruit, marzipan, gingerbread and citrus fruits. Flavors of hazelnut, nougat, barley sugar, jellied and citrus fruits, almonds, brioche, and honey
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Maurice Bonammy NV Champagne & Sparkling Wine, Loire Valley, Cremant de Loire$34Winemaker's Notes: M. Bonnamy Rosé is a juicy, yet dry sparkling wine that pairs with just about any type of cuisine. 100% Cabernet Franc lends a bit of earthiness to the wine's bright berry nuances
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Moët & Chandon, "Dom Pérignon" 2005, 1500ml, Champagne 16 reviews & Sparkling Wine, Champagne 16 reviews , Épernay$650Tasting Notes: A rich version, with a streak of smoky minerality underscoring the flavors of clover honey, apple, blackberry and biscuit. Creamy in texture and persistent, presenting a long, sculpted finish. Drink now through 2030
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Moët & Chandon, "Impérial" NV Champagne 16 reviews & Sparkling Wine, Champagne 16 reviews , Épernay$89Winemaker's Notes: The color is an elegant golden straw yellow with amber highlights. Its aromas are radiant, revealing bright yellow-fleshed fruits (apple, pear, yellow peach), honey, floral nuances (lime blossom) and elegant blond notes (brioche and fresh nuts). The palate is seductive, richly flavorful and smooth combining generosity and subtlety, fullness and vigor, followed by a delicately fresh crispiness (fruit with seeds), to reveal the magical balance of Champagne
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Moët & Chandon, "Impérial" NV 375ml, Champagne 16 reviews & Sparkling Wine, Champagne 16 reviews , Épernay$42Winemaker's Notes: The color is an elegant golden straw yellow with amber highlights. Its aromas are radiant, revealing bright yellow-fleshed fruits (apple, pear, yellow peach), honey, floral nuances (lime blossom) and elegant blond notes (brioche and fresh nuts). The palate is seductive, richly flavorful and smooth combining generosity and subtlety, fullness and vigor, followed by a delicately fresh crispiness (fruit with seeds), to reveal the magical balance of Champagne
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Pol Roger, "Brut" NV Champagne 16 reviews & Sparkling Wine, Champagne 16 reviews , Épernay$105Tasting Notes: Kumquat, melon and anise notes are layered with toast, smoke and golden raisin flavors in this firm, minerally Champagne, complemented by a fine, creamy mousse
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Taittinger, "La Française Brut" NV Champagne 16 reviews & Sparkling Wine, Champagne 16 reviews , Reims$81Winemaker's Notes: This Champagne is a blend of some 30 Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vineyards, respectively 40% and 60% of the total, from several harvests of perfectly ripened grapes. Balanced, with a rich, toasty character, bright acidity and subtle notes of lemon curd, cream, quince paste and fleur de sel. Ends with a firm, minerally finish
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Taittinger, "La Française Brut" NV 375ml, Champagne 16 reviews & Sparkling Wine, Champagne 16 reviews , Reims$48Winemaker's Notes: This Champagne is a blend of some 30 Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vineyards, respectively 40% and 60% of the total, from several harvests of perfectly ripened grapes. Balanced, with a rich, toasty character, bright acidity and subtle notes of lemon curd, cream, quince paste and fleur de sel. Ends with a firm, minerally finish
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Capitain-Gagnerot, "Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru" 2014 Chardonnay, Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, Corton Grand Cru$239Tasting Notes: Gold with pale green reflects. White flowers notes, sightly honneyed. Smoky, spicy cinnamon and fruity with apricot and pineapple notes, supported by a fine minerality. Large and complex
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Château de la Crée, "Gravières" 2013 Chardonnay, Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, Santenay Premier Cru$102Winemaker's Notes: Rich, intense flavors of citrus and apple are the hallmarks of this elegant, handsomely opulent White Burgundy. Offering a stylish, ripe-apple Chardonnay nose, the wine's beautiful fruit profile is complemented by a crisp, slightly mineral acidity that carries seemlessly through a harmonious finish of remarkable length
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Chateau de Meursault, Clos du Chateau 2015 Chardonnay, Burgundy, Bourgogne$107Tasting Notes: On the nose, stone fruit, toast and mineral. It has a wonderful golden color and expressive vanilla aromas. The palate is delicate with a fresh and aromatic finish
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Domaine Vocoret et Fils, "Les Forets" 2015 Chardonnay, Burgundy, Chablis, Chablis Premier Cru$69Tasting Notes: Chablis Premier Cru from Domaine Vocoret & Fils is a fresh, light white wine with aromas and flavors of white fruits. A delicious Burgundy wine with a pale yellow color and green hues, which will perfectly accompany your aperitifs, seafood, goat's cheese or oysters
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Henri Bourgeois, "Les Baronnes" 2019 Sauvignon Blanc, Loire Valley, Upper Loire, Sancerre$61Winemaker's Notes: "Les Baronnes" is typical of the Sancerre appellation and the Domaine Henri Bourgeois style. Subtle yet powerful, its persistence and harmony find their origin in the exposition and quality of the terroir. Crispy, and fruity this wine has some lime, apple and gunflint aromas balanced by ripe tropical and yellow orchard fruits
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Hugel 2014 Riesling, Alsace$3390 Points Wine Enthusiast: Some riper stone fruit has joined with bright aspects of green apples and ripe lemon zest in this aromatic and exquisitely light-footed Riesling. Balanced and totally refreshing, it has a gloriously lip-smacking finish
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Trimbach 2014 Gewürztraminer, Alsace$39Tasting Notes: Trimbach Gewurztraminer is a bright pale gold color. Aromas of cinnamon, nutmeg, lychee and rose petals. The taste is rich, intense, luscious and well balanced with a dry, spicy finish
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William Fèvre, Champs Royaux 2015 Chardonnay, Burgundy, Chablis$51Winemaker's Notes: Fresh bouquet with notes of citrus and white fleshed fruit, with a very slightly oaky finish. Fresh and supple, the wine is marked by mineral notes that are typical of the appellation
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Albert Bichot 2009 Pinot Noir, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Chambolle-Musigny$152Tasting Notes: Very pronounced, smooth and powerful. Aromatic in nose, very fruity with both black and red berries. Palate with berries and some sweet spice, earthy and some minerals. Medium to long finish
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Château de Gaudou 2015 Malbec$37Tasting Notes: Still with its tannins firmly in place, this is a structured wine. It has a dry core surrounded by bold black fruits and kept in place with acidity. The wine, mainly Malbec with some Merlot added to soften will be ready to drink from 2017
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Château de Meursault 2014 Pinot Noir, Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, Savigny-lés-Beaune$118Winemaker's Notes: Dark ruby color. Red fruit aromas with spicy notes. Round and deep, with ripe fruit notes and nice length. Pair with: Saddle of Rabbit Grilled with Fresh Herbs, Mushroom Ravioli, Tuna Grilled with Herbs, Chaource Cheese
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Château Lassègue 2011 Red Bordeaux Blend, Bordeaux, Libournais, Saint-Émilion Grand Cru$118Winemaker's Notes: Lassègue is the essence of opulent ripe and rich Cabernet Franc, a wine of great elegance and finesse. The addition of dense Merlot and a touch of Cabernet Sauvignon adds softness and roundness to the wine. With a voluptuous, layered and complex structure, the wine shows an accomplished character, which reflects the limestone and clay of the hillsides
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Domaine Philippe Charlopin 2011 Pinot Noir, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Mazis-Chambertin$214Tasting Notes: This red wine is relatively light and can pair with a wide variety of foods. The grape prefers cooler climates and the wine is most often associated with Burgundy, Champagne and the U.S. west coast. Regional differences make it nearly as fickle as it is flexible
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Antoine Moueix, "LaFleur, Renaissance" 2009, 375ml, Dessert / Fortified Wine, Bordeaux, Graves, Sauternes$35Tasting Notes: Yellow gold. Fine dry notes of apricot and honey. A soft start, with light floral notes that extend a pleasant finale
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Piper-Heidsieck, "Brut Sauvage" NV Rosé, Champagne 16 reviews , Champagne 16 reviews Rosé$114Chardonnays from the Montagne de Reims come together with Pinot Noirs of Les Riceys in the Côte des Bar, the most southerly Champagne vineyard. The result is a deeply intense performance that engrosses you from the first sip. With an incisive attack, juicy berry fruits in the middle-palate, spiced and smoked notes in its stunning finale, this champagne is a mischievous delight. Ideal to be served with duck à l'orange and other red meat dishes
Germany
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Carl Graff, "Graacher Himmelreich, Spätlese" 2017 Riesling, Mosel$78Tasting Notes: This Riesling has notes of apricot, lime, and citrus fruit. On the palate, it has sweet flavors with a crisp aroma
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Joh. Jos. Prüm, "Wehlener Sonnenuhr, Kabinett" 2018, Riesling, Mosel$74Tasting Notes: This Riesling is rich in taste with a fresh, fruity delicate flavor. The floral and wet stone aromas give way to nectarine, passion fruit and lime flavors in this delicate and silky, yet slightly restrained, Riesling. Shows harmony and integration, with spice and mint notes lingering in the background. Features a bright structure and maintains focus on the long, mineral-tinged finish
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Kracher, "Auslese Cuvée" 2010, 375ml, Dessert / Fortified Wine, Mosel$69Tasting Notes: Medium golden yellow color. Fine floral notes, quince and fresh peach flavors, juicy apple fruit. Flavors of honey melon and ripe, yellow peach on the palate, refreshing acidity, well integrated sweetness. Fine citrus fruit and salty minerals on the finish
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Markus Molitor, "Zeltinger Himmelreich Auslese" 2010, 375ml, Dessert / Fortified Wine, Mosel$190Tasting Notes: Light yellow, intense Riesling bouquet with aromas of ripe apples, apricots and rose petals on the palate typical of the Mosel with elegant sweetness and acidity, juicy grapefruit flavors, fine slate sheet music, wonderfully balanced and elegant, with a very long finish
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Markus Molitor, "Zeltinger Himmelreich Beerenauslese" 2005, 375ml, Dessert / Fortified Wine, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer$190Fine purity and a weightless quality make this intense dessert Riesling taste light, despite its sweetness and vivid flavors of lime, peach and mineral. Shows very clean botrytis character, with balance and harmony, all ending with a trace of dried citrus and tropical fruit. Drink now through 2040. 80 cases made
Italy
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LaMarca, "Prosecco 4 reviews " NV Champagne & Sparkling Wine, Veneto, Prosecco 4 reviews$30Winemaker's Notes: This sparkling wine is a pale, golden straw in color. Bubbles are full textured and persistent. On the nose the wine brings fresh citrus with hints of honey and white flowers. The flavor is fresh and clean, with ripe citrus, lemon, green apple, and touches of grapefruit, minerality, and some toast. The finish is light, refreshing, and crisp
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Santa Margherita NV Prosecco 4 reviews , Veneto, Prosecco 4 reviews , Prosecco 4 reviews di Conegliano-Valdobbiadene$55Tasting Notes: The color is straw yellow, with an aroma that has a lively vinosity characterized by a fine fruity fragrance and an elegant long-lived mousse. On the palate the wine tastes pleasantly dry with a well-balanced acidity, making the wine fresh and lively
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Allegrini 2013 Proprietary Red Blend, Veneto, Veneto DOCG, Amarone della Valpolicella$123Tasting Notes: This wine has imposing structure and depth, as much in its aromas of mature fruit and spices, as on the palate, where the alcohol is sustained by the right degree of acidity and refined tannins
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Casa E. di Mirafiore 2010 Nebbiolo, Piedmont, Barolo Chinato$69Winemaker Notes: Aromas of rose petals and dried cherries give way to flavorsof plum, black cherry, spice with tight grained tannins and afirm structure and a long, complex finish. Critical Acclaim. 93 Wine Spectator: Though firmly structured and tight now, this is dense, with ripe black currant and black cherry fruit, along with leather, tar and mineral flavors. Well-proportioned, but needs time to harmonize. Excellent length. 92 Wine Enthusiast: Leather, red berry, cake spices and balsamic aromas come together on this fresh and enjoyable wine. The smooth, subtle palate doles our wild cherry, cinnamon and clove supported by supple tannins. It's already extremely drinkable
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Villa di Geggiano, "Riserva" 2008 Sangiovese, Tuscany, Tuscany DOCG, Chianti Classico$78Tasting Notes: Made with Sangiovese and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon, it opens with aromas of plum, berry, spice, leather and a hint of toast. The palate holds fleshy black cherry accented with notes of cinnamon and clove alongside aggressive, dusty tannins that overwhelm the finish. It closes on a drying note
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Il Poggione, "Brancato" 2017 Rosé, Tuscany$26Winemaker's Notes: Salmon with amber highlights. Notes of raspberry, strawberry and citrus on the nose. Fresh on the palate, but with a pleasant roundness, this rosé flows onto the palate with an expressive core of perfumed cherries, spices and flowers. 100% Sangiovese
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Il Poggione, Sant'Antimo Vin Santo N.V. 350ml, Dessert / Fortified Wine, Tuscany, Vin Santo$82Tasting Notes: This light, moderately-sweet white, is amber in color with notes of of dried apricot, candied fruit, caramel, bitter almond and honey
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Rotari, Brut Rose NV Rosé, Trentino-Alto Adige, Trento$36Color: Pale pink with light copper reflections. Aroma: Red fruit complex (blackberry, cherry and raspberry) with white fruit and pineapple, and very slight yeasty notes. Structure: Delicate and fragrant, with an elegant and soft structure and lively acidity and minerality. Perlage: Persistent, fine and elegant
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Tomaresca, "Calafuria" NV Rosé, Puglia [Apulia], Salento$35Tasting Notes: A peach petal pink. Both intense and delicate with fragrant notes of peaches, roses, and cherry blossoms. With a fresh and balanced wine, highly savory and with much aromatic persistence
New Zealand
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Cloudy Bay 2019 Sauvignon Blanc, South Island - New Zealand, Marlborough$67Tasting Notes: Fresh and vibrant on the nose, with aromatics of bright citrus, kaffir lime, orchard blossoms and passion fruit. The palate is concentrated and mouthwatering, with juicy stone fruit and subtle tropical characters underpinned by a fine minerality and meyer lemon acidity
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Kim Crawford 2019 Sauvignon Blanc, South Island - New Zealand, Marlborough$35Winemaker's Notes: Very pale yellow. Classic Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc aromas of lifted citrus, tropical fruit, and crushed herbs. A fresh, juicy wine with vibrant acidity and plenty of weight and length on the palate. Ripe, tropical fruit flavor with passion fruit, melon, and grapefruit
Portugal
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Nortico, "Alvarinho" 2019 Albariño, Minho$32Tasting Notes: Aromatic white blossom notes hug the lime, white peach and lemon zest notes of this zippy, light-bodied white, with a saline acidity highlighting the mouthwatering finish
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Fonseca, "Bin 27" NV Dessert / Fortified Wine, Douro, Porto$10Winemaker's Notes: Fonseca Bin No. 27 was created over a century ago for family consumption, and only released commercially in 1972. It is produced primarily from wines from Fonseca's own quintas in the Cima Corgo and thus shows an exceptional quality and consistency from year to year. Blended from reserve wines selected for their intense fruit character and depth of color, Fonseca Bin No. 27 spends four years in large wood vats prior to bottling. Although it may improve slightly with bottle age, Bin No. 27 is ready to consume when bottled. It does not require decanting, as a cold precipitation prior to bottling prevents any "crust" from forming. Its well-knit structure, rich, velvety full body and luscious blackcurrant and cherry flavors, also evident in the nose, carry into an intense, lingering finish. Bin No. 27 should be served at room temperature either alone or with simple, classic last courses and desserts. It is best consumed within two weeks after uncorking. Critical Acclaim: "Chocolaty and plush, displaying good concentration to the ripe plum, mocha and dark cherry flavors, with paprika accents. Very fruity, with raspberry notes, on the finish. Drink now through 2016" 89 Points Wine Spectator "Full, rich and fruity wine, enticingly aromatic, with strawberry fruits and an easy, just tannic edge. The wine is soft, ripe, the fruits finely balanced with acidity." 88 Points Wine Enthusiast
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Taylor Fladgate, "10 Year Old Tawny" NV Dessert / Fortified Wine, Douro, Porto$13Winemaker's notes: An exceptionally fine old tawny blend, aged for 10 years in oak casks. Elegant and smooth, combining delicate wood notes and rich mellow fruit, it is bottled for immediate drinking. A superb dessert wine, particularly with dishes made with chocolate, coffee or almonds, Taylor's 10 Year Old Tawny may also be served at the end of the meal in the same way as Vintage Port. alcohol by volume: 20.0%
Spain
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Bodegas LAN, "Crianza" 2014 Tempranillo, Rioja$34Tasting Notes: Intense red cherry color. Aromas of red fruits, strawberry, raspberry and cranberry framed by fine nuances of vanilla and toffee. Silky and structured on the palate, it has a long lasting and satisfying finish
USA
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Domaine Carneros by Taittinger 2017 Champagne & Sparkling Wine, California, Napa, Carneros$66Winemaker's Notes: Aromas of green apple, honey dew melon, pear, and lemon zest with a hint of toasted bread. On the palate, this wine displays notes of macadamia nut, baked apple, and shortbread that complements the notes from the nose
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Domaine Ste. Michelle, "Brut" NV Champagne & Sparkling Wine, Washington, Columbia Valley$36Winemaker's Notes: Delicate aromas of green apple, bright citrus notes with a persistent bubble and balanced acidity. Domaine Ste. Michelle Brut is the perfect accompaniment for a wide array of foods
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Gruet, "Blanc de Noirs" NV Champagne & Sparkling Wine, New Mexico$35Tasting Notes: Elegant and focused, with creamy vanilla and apple aromas and rich yet crisp flavors of baked pear and cinnamon bread
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Gruet, "Blanc de Noirs" NV 375ml, Champagne 16 reviews & Sparkling Wine, New Mexico$18Tasting Notes: Elegant and focused, with creamy vanilla and apple aromas and rich yet crisp flavors of baked pear and cinnamon bread
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Mumm, "Cuvée M" NV Champagne & Sparkling Wine, California, Napa$42Winemaker's notes: Cuvée M displays a graceful stream of fine bubbles, a lovely peach-rose hue, and fresh white and yellow stone fruit aromas complemented by notes of wild strawberry, fresh baked bread, vanilla and honey. Layers of ripe peach with subtle hints of mandarin orange combine with crisp citrus tones, leading to a long, satisfying finish
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Treveri Cellars, Brut, Blanc de Blancs NV Sparkling, Washington, Columbia Valley$38Tasting Notes: Smooth, complex and crisp, Treveri Brut demands indulgence and brings clear perspective to your moment. The fresh and dry finish enhances this bubbly, and brings luxury to any occasion
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Acrobat 2019 Pinot Gris, Oregon$32Winemaker's Notes: Pale straw in color, the 2019 Acrobat Pinot Gris shines through with bright, crisp flavors. Rose petal elements on the nose highlight aromas of apple, pear and orange blossom. Following the nose are flavors of crisp Fuji apple, pear and minerality. These mingle on the mid-palate, rounding out a medium bodied mouthfeel with nice acidity and a refreshing, bright finish
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Barnard Griffin 2019 Sauvignon Blanc, Washington, Columbia Valley$29Tasting Notes: This Sauvignon Blanc is quite floral, vibrant and tangy. Crisp apple and orange flavors are highlighted by subtle tropical and mineral notes. Refreshing and cleansing on the palate
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Beringer, "Private Reserve" 2017 Chardonnay, California, Napa$69Winemaker's Notes: Fresh, vibrant, and well-balanced with medium weight trending to richness. There are classic California Chardonnay notes of lemon confit, crème brûlée, with aromas and flavors of tropical fruit such as pineapple, mango and tangerine. A light touch of oak leads to a pleasing, lingering finish
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Cakebread Cellars 2017 Chardonnay, California, Napa$85Winemaker's Notes: This wine has a pretty, floral nose with fresh citrus, orange blossom and white peach, but the real treat is in the mouth. The viscosity coats the palate; it is weighty on the tongue yet well-balanced with acidity. The finish is clean with a nice zing and lingering minerality intertwined with pear and apple lemon
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Cambria, "Clone 4" 2017 Chardonnay, California, Central Coast, Santa Maria Valley$36Winemaker's Notes: The Clone 4 Chardonnay is bright and crisp with fresh citrus, apple and white peach fruit characters. The sur lees aging resulted in a slight fullness on the mid-palate that balances the elegant acidity of the wine
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Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen, "Eroica" 2019 Riesling, Washington, Columbia Valley$37Winemaker's Notes: Eroica Riesling showcases the elegant purity of truly great Riesling. Sourced from cool climate vineyards, Eroica shows exuberant freshness with inviting stone fruit, citrus, and floral notes
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Chateau Ste. Michelle, "Cold Creek Vineyard" 2017 Chardonnay, Washington, Columbia Valley$51Tasting Notes: The Cold Creek Chardonnay offers notes of lees, crayon, spice and peach, with the full-bodied palate showing more of the same. This Chardonnay is a decadent style with rich ripe fruit and a toasty character. It brings a pleasing juiciness with the hallmark acidity of the vintage
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Conundrum (Caymus) 2015 Proprietary White Blend, California$37Winemaker's Notes: We have tantalized palates and turned traditional winemaking on its head for twenty-five years. Sourced from California's premier wine growing regions, this wine is both exotic and bright. A blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillion, Musact Canelli, and Viognier. Serve chilled
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Corvidae, "Wise Guy" 2019 Sauvignon Blanc, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley$26Winemaker's Notes: Pale in the glass with a fresh nose to follow, this Sauvignon Blanc has notes of fresh green grass, lemon curd and light pear. The palate is bright and full of citrus peel and floral notes, followed by a touch of honey. A medium bodied wine
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David Hill 2017 Riesling, Oregon, Willamette Valley$38Tasting Notes: Citrus and peach are on display, with a slight hint of wintergreen mint. There are enough tannins here to give it a residual flavor of peach tea. Overall it's a chunky, blocky style of Riesling, emphasizing pure fruit goodness over finesse
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DeLille Cellars, "Chaleur Blanc" 2020 Sauvignon Blanc / Sémillon, Washington, Columbia Valley$48Winemaker's Notes: Offering hints of tropical fruit, peaches and lemon zest, the nose of the 2020 Chaleur Blanc is bright and intriguing, with earthy barrel notes of light vanilla and chocolate mint. On the palate, characteristic grapefruit and honeysuckle flavors are carried by vibrant acidity, with barrel aging contributing crème brûlée and baking spices to the wine's dry finish. Intensely powerful, with oak influence and notable minerality dominating on release
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Domaine Serene, "Evenstad Reserve" 2016 Chardonnay, Oregon, Willamette Valley, Dundee Hills$108Tasting Notes: An explosion of complexity, the 2016 Evenstad Reserve Chardonnay bursts with gorgeous aromas of fresh cut pineapple, guava, and melon. Ever changing in the glass, a second layer presents itself with classic Chardonnay notes of pronounced apple, pear and brioche. Extremely integrated and harmonious on the palate, bright acidity is met by a rich and full mouthfeel with beautifully pure expressions of citrus and melon. The finish is framed by an elegant minerality that seems to linger for days
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Edna Valley Vineyard 2018 Chardonnay, California, Central Coast$32Winemaker's Notes: The Edna Valley Vineyard Chardonnay is a lively burst of citrus with delicate tropical aromas of grated coconut and vanilla beans. Juicy layers of white peach, melon and apricot are refreshing on the palate. Notes of apple and toasted oak add to a dry, crisp finish to create a beautifully balanced expression of Chardonnay from the Central Coast
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Erath 2019 Pinot Grigio / Pinot Gris, Oregon$33Winemaker's Notes: Aromatic and fruit-forward, scents of key lime, Anjou pear, juicy melon, anise and a faint pine introduce this Alsatian style Pinot Gris. Melon, honey crisp apple, gooseberry and citrus pith linger on the round, full palate
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Gran Moraine 2017 Chardonnay, Oregon, Willamette Valley, Yamhill Carlton$74Winemaker's Notes: The nose has notes of heady guava and strawberry, lemongrass, thyme, floral perfume, cocoa, wool shirt after a camping trip, red licorice, freshly tilled soil, tarragon. Flavors of cherry, anise, leather, lilac and a bit of pine sap. Fresh, clean, tight and focused up front with a wavy high-pitched tannin structure toward the finish
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Grgich Hills 2014 Chardonnay, California, Napa$83Winemaker's Notes: This classically-styled Chardonnay displays ripe peach, mango and tropical flavors, with a note of minerality. Complex with wonderful precision, tension, and finesse
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Idilico 2017 Albariño, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley$34Winemaker's Notes: The wine shows notes of citrus and tropical fruit followed by luscious, crisp and refreshing flavors
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Jackson Estate 2016 Chardonnay, California, Santa Barbara County, Santa Maria Valley$40Tasting Notes: Our Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay is rich and creamy in golden mango, pineapple, yellow peach, and honeysuckle flower flavors, with oak barrel aging bringing notes of buttered biscuits and vanilla bean to the palate and finish. The chilly climate and very long growing season allows the grapes to retain a high natural acidity, while the narrow diurnal temperatures of the growing season result in extraordinarily flavorful grapes
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L'Ecole No. 41, 2020 Chardonnay, Washington, Columbia Valley$47Winemaker's Notes: The Heritage Chardonnay presents inviting aromas of ripe pear, lemon, and green apple. Pleasant and bright in the mouth, it features a classic expression of light toast and lemon oil. Contrasting flavors of white pepper and nuances of nutmeg add interest and carry the wine through to a flavorful finish
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L'Ecole No. 41, "Old Vines" 2020 Chenin Blanc, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley$37Winemaker's Notes: A standout Chenin Blanc. With pronounced aromatics which range from citrus peel to fresh stone fruit, laced with white floral flourishes, it is vibrant and energetic. In the mouth, flavors burst forward with tropical kiwi and guava, completed by a snappy quince note. An exceedingly interesting and tasty wine, its complexity persists to a vibrant finish
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Lobo Hills 2020 Sauvignon Blanc, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley$42Winemaker's Notes: The 2020 Sauvignon Blanc lifts with aromas of lemon, yellow grapefruit, kiwi and honey-crisp apples. The mouthfeel is carefully balanced with food-friendly acidity and flavors of grapefruit, chamomile tea and green apples
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Long Shadows, "Poet's Leap" 2019 Riesling, Washington, Columbia Valley$42Winemaker's Notes: A racy wine with fragrant white flower blossoms, kumquat and citrus rind aromas and flavors wrapped around a core of delicious minerality. Lively and pure, with balanced acidity and just a trace of residual sugar to give the wine a vibrant mouthfeel and long, satisfying finish
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L'Ecole No. 41, "Luminesce, Seven Hills Vineyard" 2019, Proprietary White Blend, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley$54Winemaker's Notes: Bright yet rich, the 2019 Estate Luminesce features pronounced aromas of lemon zest, lime blossom, and lanolin, accented with faint spice notes. Its exotic and fragrant palate, with white peach and lemon tart, is laced with notes of jasmine and a hint of salinity, building to a persistent, tangy finish
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Matanzas Creek 2018, 375ml, Sauvignon Blanc 4 reviews , California, Sonoma$20Tasting Notes: A palate of crisp citrus and melon flavor carries a hint of dry white herb accompanied by a soft, round mouthfeel, resulting in a medium bodied, fresh, food-friendly wine. Aged three months "sur lies" in French oak
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Matanzas Creek 2018 Sauvignon Blanc, California, Sonoma$35Tasting Notes: A palate of crisp citrus and melon flavor carries a hint of dry white herb accompanied by a soft, round mouthfeel, resulting in a medium bodied, fresh, food-friendly wine. Aged three months "sur lies" in French oak
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Mer Soleil, "Reserve" 2017 Chardonnay, California, Monterey County, Santa Lucia Highlands$49Winemaker's Notes: Fresh, bright aromas and the taste of white peach, this wine has a vibrant acidity balanced by the lush flavors of fully ripe fruit
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Milbrandt 2019 Pinot Grigio / Pinot Gris, Washington, Columbia Valley$36Tasting Notes: Light aromas of green and yellow apple and Oregon pear lead to a dry, flavorful palate etched with lively acidity that draws out the finish. There's a whole lot to like
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Newton, "Unfiltered" 2015 Chardonnay, California, Napa$91Winemaker's Notes: Intense, pristine and concentrated. Aromas of citrus blossom, white peach, brioche, gun smoke and marzipan create wonderful depth. Flavors continue on the palate including lime zest, jasmine and honeydew melon. Wonderfully intense, the fruit blends seamlessly with subtle smoky oak and yeasty complexity to create a textural and vibrant mouthfeel. The juicy acidity balances the profound intensity of the fruit providing great carry and length
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Owen Roe, "DuBrul Vineyard" 2018 Chardonnay, Washington, Yakima Valley$66Winemaker's Notes: Sourced from the DuBrul Vineyard in the eastern edge of the Yakima Valley, this warm climate Chardonnay has aromas of white peach, creme anglaise, lemon custard and blanched almonds. Flavors of Meyer lemon, pea shoots, white peach and bartlett pears are interwoven in the creamy texture and balanced by refreshing acidity with a lasting finish
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Pomum Cellars, "Upland Vineyard" 2015 Riesling, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley$38These vines have become entrenched with their environment and therefore yield some the best expression of Washington State Riesling available. The 2015 Riesling is made with the utmost respect for the fruit. The goal is to best convey the vines' complex story without any obstructions. This means no oak and minimum fining and cold stabilization was used during winemaking. Aromas of citrus, apricot and nectarine are followed by noticeable minerality and a long finish that is quite dry and perfectly balanced by the excellent acidity. One hundred and sixty three cases produced
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Rodney Strong 2017 Chardonnay, California, Sonoma, Chalk Hill$38Winemaker's Notes: Barrel fermentation in new and seasoned French oak added toasty vanilla and spice complexities. During the twelve months of barrel aging, we regularly stirred the "lees" in barrel, which imparts an elegant fullness and creamy texture on the palate. In the glass, the wine is both creamy and crisp, with flavors of golden pear, vanilla, Meyer lemon and a hint of minerality on the long finish
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Rombauer Vineyards 2018 Chardonnay, California, Napa, Carneros$77Winemaker's Notes: Pale yellow with a green tinge to the hue. Aromas of yellow peach, mango with a slight citrus note intertwine seamlessly with vanilla spice. The palate is rich and round, with the mango and vanilla fighting for the lime light, while the creamy texture, vanilla and slight butter combine seamlessly. The balanced acidity closes out the finish bringing the multiple components into balance
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Soléna 2016 Pinot Grigio / Pinot Gris, Oregon, Willamette Valley$41Tasting Notes: The 2016 Willamette Valley Pinot Gris is crisp and light with notes of ripe apricot, pineapple, fresh baked bread, and white floral notes of jasmine and honeysuckle
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Sonoma-Cutrer, "Russian River Ranches" 2016 Chardonnay, California, Sonoma, Sonoma Coast$47Tasting Notes: Russian River Ranches is a beautiful, pale straw color. On the nose, this wine is a virtual cornucopia of aromatic fruit. It opens with scents of Bosc pear and Honeycrisp apple accentuated with notes of nougat, roasted nuts, oak spice and a touch of citrus blossom. True to the Russian River Ranches style, the wine is beautifully focused on the palate with bright acidity and a nicely balanced long, flavorful structure
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The Eyrie Vineyards 2017 Pinot Grigio / Pinot Gris, Oregon, Willamette Valley, Dundee Hills$44Tasting Notes: From the winery that introduced Pinot Gris to America, this is a full-bodied, fleshy and beautifully fruited wine, which delivers the same level of richness and complexity as many top-tier Chardonnays. Robust apple, white peach and green melon flavors are dappled with white pepper, or perhaps daikon radish. The finish seems to carry on indefinitely
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The Eyrie Vineyards, "Estate" 2019, Pinot Gris, Oregon, Willamette Valley, Dundee Hills$44Tasting Notes: Fermented in neutral French oak barriques, concrete eggs and stainless steel. Heavy battonage through fermentation, aged for 11 months on lees and then bottled in the spring
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Treana, Mer Soleil Vineyard 2013 Proprietary White Blend, California, Central Coast$46Winemaker's Notes: This white Rhone blend displays varietal characteristics of Marsanne and Viognier; vibrant floral aromas of citrus blossom and jasmine are followed by elegant flavors of ripe stone fruit, hints of pear, pineapple and honey overtones. A wine of excellent balance and complexity, the Treana White will age beautifully over the next decade
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Two Vintners, "Grenache Blanc" 2018 Proprietary White Blend, Washington, Columbia Valley$39Tasting Notes: Aromas of cut apple, clay and spice lead to toasty, mineral-driven flavors that stretch out. It piques the interest
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A to Z 2018 Pinot Noir, Oregon, Willamette Valley$39Winemaker's Notes: The garnet red, 2018 A to Z Oregon Pinot Noir showcases what A to Z does best. A vibrant, complex nose opens with floral, stone fruit and berry aromas - rose petal, violet, pomegranate, plum cherry, raspberry, black currant, boysenberry - that deepen with spice and wood notes - cinnamon, white pepper, thyme, vanilla, cedar, sandalwood, chocolate. Gentle oak aging adds definition supporting a delicious, harmonious balance between tannin, acid and fruit. The 2018 A to Z Oregon Pinot Noir is a prime example of the benefits of working with fruit grown in all of the remarkable valleys of Western Oregon
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Abeja 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington, Columbia Valley$112Winemaker's Notes: Dense aromas of black stone fruits, fragrant allspice and berry are captivating and generous on the nose. A surge of ripe plum defines the mouth-filling entry yet shows restraint in a well-crafted palate which displays grip and structure. Finally, layers of bright cherry, sage, and clove come into focus and leading into a lasting, memorable finish
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Alexandria Nicole, "Quarry Butte, Destiny Ridge Vineyard" 2018 Proprietary Red Blend, Washington, Columbia Valley, Horse Heaven Hills$59Winemaker's Notes: The 2018 Quarry Butte features an elegantly expressive five varietal blend capturing the unique terroir of Destiny Ridge Vineyard. This red blend showcases decadent aromas of crème de cassis, raspberry and blackberry, followed by subtle hints of cedar, tobacco, and espresso. Richly layered, yet balanced, the palate is met with ripe raspberry, blackberry, cherry, and baking spice. The 2018 vintage provided wines of structure
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Barnard Griffin 2018 Merlot, Washington, Columbia Valley$34Winemaker's Notes: The 2018 Barnard Griffin Merlot offers delicious, juicy dark fruit and cherry flavors layered with notes of cocoa, vanilla and toasted oak spice. A very elegant, richly textured Merlot
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Betz Family, "La Serenne" 2015, Syrah, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley$104Tasting Notes: This has terrific plum and boysenberry aromas with attractive wet earth and deep plums, violets, hard brown spices and dark stones. The palate has bright yet precise dark-plum and blackberry fruits, spiced dark chocolate, stony elements and a long, succulent finish. Brilliant wine
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Black Magnolia 2018 Pinot Noir, Oregon, Willamette Valley$58Winemaker's Notes: The 2018 Pinot Noir has complex aromatics of ripe cranberries with a rich earthiness and notes of black tea and cinnamon. The palate is true to Oregon with loads of raspberry and black cherry balanced by a hint of currant, all framed by silky tannins and vibrant acidity
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Browne Family Vineyards, "Heritage" 2015, 375ml Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington, Columbia Valley$28Tasting Notes: Aromas of black currant, licorice, plum and dried herb are followed by elegant flavors. The tannins show a touch of dryness
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Cadence, "Coda" 2018 Proprietary Red Blend, Washington, Columbia Valley, Red Mountain$63Winemaker's Notes: Cabernet Franc leads the blend in Coda 2018. Rich, deep, expressive nose of dark cherries, minerals and pencil shavings. The palate is broad, silky and complex, in part owing to the wonderful texture of Cabernet Franc. Beautifully balanced acidity makes the wine come alive. Firm, fine tannins
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Cenyth 2010 Proprietary Red Blend, California, Sonoma$82Winemaker's Notes: Beautiful dark ruby in color, this wine showcases lovely spice notes on the nose. On the palate, this elegant, classic Bordeaux blend demonstrates hints of spice and nutmeg that comingle with white pepper flavors in delicate harmony. The finish is long, smooth with very fine tannins, ending with a lingering freshness of fruit
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Chateau St. Jean, Benoist Ranch 2014 Pinot Noir, California, Sonoma$58Tasting Notes: The Benoist Ranch is located in the coveted Sonoma Coast appellation where maritime influences produce Pinot Noir with concentrated black cherry and plum flavors and rich earthy aromas. 16 months of French oak aging integrates and refines the tannins, creating a silky texture that wraps around the jammy fruit core
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Chateau Ste. Michelle, "Indian Wells Vineyard" 2018 Merlot, Washington, Columbia Valley$37Winemaker's Notes: Specially selected and carefully aged, this premier Merlot captures the intense energy of arid vineyards resulting in velvety blackberry and vanilla flavors
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Columbia Crest, "H3" 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington, Columbia Valley, Horse Heaven Hills$31Winemaker's Notes: This bold Cabernet opens with flavors of black cherries and blackberries with a touch of currants and vanilla, complemented by earth and mineral notes. Deep berry flavors lead to a soft tannin cocoa finish
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DeLille Cellars, "D2" 2018 Proprietary Red Blend, Washington, Columbia Valley$68Winemaker's Notes: Mocha and milk chocolate notes from French oak integrate with beautiful cassis, dried cranberry, and cedar aromas on this 2018 D2. This wine is instantly delicious on the palate with an inviting warm, soft entry. It rapidly builds in intensity of fruit mid-palate, offering remarkable length on the finish, with Red Mountain Cabernet (16% of the blend) apparent in the texture
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Domaine Serene, "Evenstad Reserve" 2015 Pinot Noir, Oregon, Willamette Valley$139Tasting Notes: This reserve is an excellent representation of the 2015 vintage. Firm, supple and loaded with brambly purple fruit, it carries a pleasing touch of fruit sweetness. It rolls gracefully into a tight finish, with layers of herb, earth, blueberry, black cherry and brown spice notes
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Domaine Serene, "Evenstad" Reserve 2013, 1500ml, Pinot Noir 1 review , Oregon, Willamette Valley$230A true illustration of the art of blending, the 2013 Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir is a wonderfully complex elegant wine with intriguing notes of black cherry, currants, cloves and nutmeg. With some air, notes of allspice, cardamom and black tea emerge from the glass with a subtle lift of cocoa powder and vanilla. In the mouth, the wine shows elegance and finesse with brooding depth and concentration, vibrant red fruits, silky tannins and great persistence
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Duckhorn Vineyards 2015 Merlot, California, Napa$72Tasting Notes: The 2015 growing season yielded a classic expression of Napa Valley Merlot, with a fleshy entry and juicy layers of Bing cherry, raspberry, and plum, along with hints of blueberry, cedar, vanilla, and clove. Underscored by polished tannins, the juiciness of the entry evolves into a lush, silky texture that carries the flavors to a long, generous finish marked by notes of freshly ground coffee beans with a splash of ripe, red cherry
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Erath 2019 Pinot Noir, Oregon, Willamette Valley, Dundee Hills$36Winemaker's Notes: Mouthwatering aromas of summery red cherry, currant and red plum, are seasoned with fragrant rose petal, lavender and anise. Characteristic flavors of pomegranate, cranberry, and pie cherry coat the palate with a pleasing weightiness. Tannin and acid are balanced for a smooth and lengthy finish
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Figgins 2014 Proprietary Red Blend, Washington, Columbia Valley$171Tasting Notes: In this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Merlot, the aromas are all about dark fruit, flower and spice, with notes of anise, blackberry jam, soil and black cherry as well as a generous pinch of spice following. Luscious, full and highly structured fruit flavors follow. The impressive acidity maintains balance. Its best years are far ahead of it
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Firesteed 2019 Pinot Noir, Oregon, Willamette Valley$38Tasting Notes: Firesteed Pinot Noir is light ruby in color with earthy, toasted oak notes on the nose. Bright and lively Bing cherry flavors and silky textures highlight the palate, as well as hints of cranberry and eucalyptus, followed by a long, smooth finish
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Forgeron Cellars 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley$57Winemaker's Notes: The Cabernet Sauvignon displays a regal deep purple hue in the glass. As you sip, this wine expands with deep, rich aromas of black cherry, anise, and dark chocolate. The robust profile is everlasting with a Bordeaux feel. Black currant, pepper, and dark cherry are only a few flavors of many expressed in this wine
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Gran Moraine 2017 Pinot Noir, Oregon, Willamette Valley, Yamhill Carlton$69Winemaker's Notes: The nose has notes of heady guava and strawberry, lemongrass, thyme, floral perfume, cocoa, wool shirt after a camping trip, red licorice, freshly tilled soil, tarragon. Flavors of cherry, anise, leather, lilac and a bit of pine sap. Fresh, clean, tight and focused up front with a wavy high-pitched tannin structure toward the finish
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Grgich Hills 2014 Zinfandel, California, Napa$74Tasting Notes: The 2014 opens with lovely aromas of red cherries and plums woven together with peppercorn, spices, earthy tones and hints of forrest floor. On the palate this possesses an inviting round texture backed by a nice touch of underlying acidity. Flavors of cherries and plums and spices continue to leave a lasting impression on the finish
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Hartford Court 2015, 375ml, Pinot Noir 1 review , California, Sonoma, Russian River Valley$36Winemaker's Notes: Aromas of black cherry, allspice, black currant and loam are followed by flavors of wild raspberries, dark berries and a crushed rock minerality. The dense entry is followed by a sweet and juicy mouth feel, supported by acidity, silky tannins and a subtle earthy finish
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Hundred Acre, Ark Vineyard 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Napa, Howell Mountain$799Tasting Notes: The 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Ark reveals the mulberry, chocolate, graphite and an incredibly dense bluish black color, massive fruit extract and richness, but without a hard edge to be found. All three of these are extraordinary wines, which is what we've come to expect from Jayson Woodbridge
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Hundred Acre, Kayli Morgan Vineyard 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Napa$799Tasting Notes: The 2014 Kayli Morgan will be delicious when released, as it often is. I suspect that this, like the Few and Far Between, as well as the Ark, will spend 32 months in cask. But the élevage and meticulous attention to detail by Woodbridge seems to result in wines that never show much wood. This wine has great fruit, an opaque purple color, beautiful crème de cassis, blueberry and floral notes in a sexy, opulent, forward style that will be more flattering and flamboyant than its 2013 counterpart, at least in its youth
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Isenhower 2018, Cabernet Franc, Washington, Columbia Valley$59Winemaker's Notes: Dark red hue in color. The 2018 Cabernet Franc has intense aromas of red fruit, dust wet gravel, fennel seed, citrus rind, and vanilla. On the palate, it has flavors of cherries, wet gravel, fresh oak, and dried fennel and sage. The mouth feel is rich, tight, and mouth watering with acidity. The tannins are excellently balanced and long. This is the best i Label Cabernet Franc Isenhower has made
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Isenhower Cellars 2016 Malbec, Washington, Yakima Valley$65Tasting Notes: Nearly glass staining purple / black hue with a red rim. Aromas of blackberry, pomegranates, violets, and hints of peppercorn, dried sage, and earth
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Joseph Phelps 2016, 1500ml, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Napa$232Tasting Notes: The 2016 is made up of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, 2% Malbec and 2% Cabernet Franc. Deep garnet-purple colored, it sings of crushed blackcurrants, blackberry pie and blueberry compote with suggestions of cigar box, menthol, rose hip tea and baking spices. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is packed with vibrant black fruit laced with plenty of spicy sparks, framed by grainy tannins and oodles of freshness and finishing long with a menthol kick
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Joseph Phelps, "Insignia" 2014 Proprietary Red Blend, California, Napa$390Winemaker's Notes: The 2014 Insignia opens with expressive blackberry, cocoa powder, Bergamot and floral aromatics. Fresh and focused with concentrated black fruit, mocha, cardamom and Madagascar vanilla notes. Opulent and rich with supple tannin structure and balance. Blend: 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Petit Verdot, 2% Malbec, 2% Cabernet Franc
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Ken Wright Cellars, "Canary Hill Vineyard" 2015 Pinot Noir, Oregon, Willamette Valley, Eola-Amity Hills$99Winemaker's Notes: Fruit focused. Light tannins and bright acidity. Notes of red and blue fruit- juicy red plum, pie cherry, and marionberry
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Kevin White 2015 Proprietary Red Blend, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley$55Tasting Notes: A blend of 44% Syrah, 31% Grenache and 25 Mourvèdre, this wine is aromatically very pure, with plenty of red and blue fruit, speckled with bay leaf, herb and black-pepper accents. It possesses a thrilling plush mouthfeel, with olive and black-fruit flavors, showing a fine sense of purity
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Kevin White Winery, "La Fraternité" 2019, Proprietary Red Blend, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley$62Winemaker's Notes: La Fraternité pronounces bright red fruit from the moment you pull the cork. This Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Syrah blend is a lively wine with layered aromas and flavors of strawberries, raspberries, kirsch, violets, and spice. On the palate, these flavors wrap around a silky medium body with a smooth, fresh, and lingering finish
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Kosta Browne 2017 Pinot Noir, California, Sonoma, Sonoma Coast$168Winemakers Notes: Forest floor, with blackberry, Bing cherry and bramble fruits. A hint of Rosemary. Thoughtful and focused. Intense dark fruits with notes of blackberry and blueberry
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L'Ecole No. 41, 2014, 375ml, Merlot, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley$29Tasting Notes: This Merlot reveals aromas of cedar, black fruit and coffee. Intense flavors of black cherry and plum create a complex mid-palate ending with elegant, dusty tannins lingering on a mineral-rich finish
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L'Ecole No. 41, 2017 Merlot, Washington, Columbia Valley$57Winemaker's Notes: Layered with complex aromas of black cherry, rose petal, and plum, this full bodied, balanced Merlot shows layers of baking spices and cocoa with a seamless finish carried by fine-grained tannins
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L'Ecole No. 41, 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington, Columbia Valley$64Winemaker's Notes: With its classic varietal Cabernet profile, this focused wine shows layers of dark fruit, espresso, violet, and herbal notes. Layers of blackberry and cassis mingle with dusty tannins through a persistent finish
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La Crema 2013 Pinot Noir, Oregon, Willamette Valley, Ribbon Ridge$56Tasting Notes: Blood orange, Chinese five spice and pipe tobacco on the nose. Black tea, raspberry and a dusting of cocoa in the mouth. Sweet fruit with well-defined tannins and bright acidity
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Leonetti Cellars 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley$197Winemaker's Notes: Nearly black in the glass. Intricate nose of licorice, lavender, dried herb, cold black coffee mixed with caramel, black fruits, and elderberry. Incredible purity of fruit. Massive, but plush, with a core of mouthwatering acidity and a polished finish
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Leonetti Cellars 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley$197Winemaker's Notes: Penetratingly dark. Exhibiting a wonderfully complex nose of dried rosemary, sage, and lavender with subtle aromas of coffee and toffee. Remarkably refined with fantastic secondary notes – unusual in a wine this young. Delicious plum and blackberry saturate the palate and lead to a long and lush finish with soft tannins – truly emblematic of the delightful 2016 vintage
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Leonetti Cellars 2017 Merlot, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley$134Winemaker's Notes: This Merlot beautifully illustrates why 2017 is quickly becoming one of my favorite vintages. A dominant note of ripe bramble fruit and cream explodes from the glass, as if raspberries and blackberries were reduced on the stove and then poured hot over homemade vanilla ice cream. Secondary notes add just a touch of cocoa powder. In my opinion, Walla Walla Valley Merlot is about purity and precision of fruit, and this wine delivers that in spades. The subtle and seamless tannins are not heavy on the palate, but clean and pure. The finish is both rich and acid-laced, making it truly satisfying and refreshing
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Leonetti Cellars, "Reserve" 2015 Proprietary Red Blend, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley$257Winemaker's Notes: Color is deeply saturated ruby. Our flagship '15 Reserve has an explosive nose of vanilla, lavender, cinnamon graham cracker, and puree of ripe brambles. Time in the glass reveals secondary notes of cedar and strawberry rhubarb pie. Seamless tannins and incredible length. With a finish resembling cherry liqueur, the Malbec brings the wine into tight focus. Blend: 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Malbec, and 8% Merlot
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Locations NV Proprietary Red Blend, Washington$47Tasting Notes: This blend of Syrah, Merlot and Petite Sirah has generous plum, tar, herb, blueberry and blackberry aromas. They lead to full-bodied fruit flavors that lose a bit of their concentration and rhythm toward the finish but still provide a lot of enjoyment
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Long Shadows Wineries, "Pirouette" 2015 Proprietary Red Blend, Washington, Columbia Valley$124Tasting Notes: The deeply colored 2015 Pirouette is a vibrant, expressive wine offering intense aromatics and focused flavors of blackberry, dark chocolate, ripe cherry and hints of toasted spice. Its generous richness, volume, and broad, dusty tannins are woven together with a refined backbone that provides layers of delicious complexity across an extended finish
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Long Shadows, "Chester-Kidder" 2015 Proprietary Red Blend, Washington, Columbia Valley$124Tasting Notes: Brimming with expressive aromas and flavors of ripe black cherries, violets, oak spice and a hint of graphite, the 2015 Chester-Kidder offers layers of depth and complexity. Its rich texture and firm yet refined tannins linger across a lengthy finish that showcases the vibrant character of this limited production wine
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Long Shadows, "Feather" 2018, Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington, Columbia Valley$124Winemaker's Notes: A classic Washington State Cabernet Sauvignon, true to varietal character, with appealing, earthy aromas and flavors, including a streak of graphite, dark cherry, blackberry and a hint of dried herbs. Well-structured with plenty of backbone, like an Old-World Cab but with the focused concentration of a New World wine, the 2018 Feather is an iron fist in a velvet glove
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Long Shadows, "Pedestal" 2018, Merlot, Washington, Columbia Valley$124Winemaker's Notes: A concentrated and layered wine offering dark fruit aromas with a hint of tobacco. The mouthfeel is opulent, with luscious wild blackberry and chocolate-covered black cherry woven around an appealing note of spicy clove. Beautifully complex, the flavors and weight of the wine combine to leave a rich, satisfying finish
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Long Shadows, "Sequel' 2015 Syrah, Washington, Columbia Valley$124Tasting Notes: Deeply concentrated with vibrant aromas and flavors of dark cherries, wild blackberries, smoked meats and spicy oak. A rich layer of silky tannins coat the palate without overshadowing the wine's bright and lively character
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Mer Soleil, "Reserve" 2017 Pinot Noir, California, Monterey County, Santa Lucia Highlands Bin 0$64Winemaker's Notes: With the alluring color of dark plums, this wine features scents of ripe cherries with cocoa, pomace, blueberry, toasted wood and a soft, powdery whiff of old-fashioned lipstick. The palate is all about texture – entry is soft, with a round, complete quality. Flavors of cherry cobbler mingle with cola notes and hints of anise. Tannins are structured yet extremely fine, providing a lush, lingering mouthfeel. On the finish, a wisp of acidity adds balance and freshness, a reminder of this wine's origins in a cool, coastal region of California
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Mullan Road Cellars 2014 Proprietary Red Blend, Washington, Columbia Valley$86Winemaker's Notes: Fresh blackberries, plum skin and fresh juniper berries intermixed with dried strawberry and sandalwood. Swirling brings up ripe black currants, baking spice and crème de cassis. The palate is dense and polished with superfine tannins and great length. It's mouthwateringly fresh with ripe but restrained fruit and terrific presence
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Opus One 2014 Proprietary Red Blend, California, Napa$489Winemaker's Notes: The 2014 Opus One exudes subtle aromas of fragrant florals, fresh garden herbs and forest floor that give way to a concentrated blend of red cherry, blackberry and black currant. Fine-grained tannins offer a velvety texture and complex structure that builds to a long, vibrantly fresh finish with a touch of mocha. Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon 80%, Petit Verdot 7%, Cabernet Franc 6%, Merlot 5% and Malbec 2%
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Quilceda Creek 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington, Columbia Valley$254Tasting Notes: Deep purple in color, the 2006 Quilceda Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley is an intense and floral wine that is packed with violets, blackberry, cassis, plum and chocolate. The wine has sublime purity, texture and balance. It continues to expand further in the glass, adding flesh and spice to its frame, with a cedar/cigar box finish. The 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the best wines Quilceda Creek's estate has ever produced
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Quilceda Creek 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington, Columbia Valley$261Tasting Notes: The Quilceda Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley (97% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Merlot) is a very dense and opulent wine that has amazing concentration and a liqueur-like texture. Classic aromas and flavors of violets, plum, cassis, blackberry and Asian spice cascade over the palate in a delineated fashion, ending in a finish that lasts over a minute. An impeccably balanced wine with plenty of fine-grained tannin in the background
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Quilceda Creek 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington, Columbia Valley$254Tasting Notes: Firm in texture, with sandy tannins around a supple core of ripe, plush cherry, tobacco and tar flavors. Finishes with persistence and flashes of sage and bay leaf. Long and inviting, this is built for the cellar
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Quilceda Creek 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington, Columbia Valley$269Tasting Notes: The 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon as graced with layers of blackberry, plum and cassis fruit with complex floral nuances of violets, star anise, dark chocolate and Asian spices. The wine has an amazing texture and depth while maintaining great purity, elegance, and focus. Anticipated Maturity: 2015-2029
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Quilceda Creek 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington, Columbia Valley$275Tasting Notes: Polished, vibrant and distinctive, with coffee and jasmine tea accents around a supple core of cherry and red plum fruit. The nubby tannins rub gently against the long finish. Displays tremendous depth while holding its power in check. Best from 2015 through 2025
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Quilceda Creek 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington, Columbia Valley$275Winemaker's Notes: The 2012 Quilceda Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley is a seamless wine that coats the entire palate with copious amounts of blackberry, blueberry and cassis fruit with complex soy, smoke, graphite, spice and mineral undertones. All of this deep and rich fruit is perfectly complemented by additional floral suggestions of Hyacinth and Lavender. This classic wine should age effortlessly for 20+ years. 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
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Quilceda Creek, "Palengat Vineyard" 2014 Proprietary Red Blend, Washington, Columbia Valley$281Winemaker's Notes: The 2014 Quilceda Creek Palengat Proprietary Red Wine was sourced from Champoux, Palengat, Lake Wallula and Wallula Gap Vineyards which are located in the Horse Heaven Hills AVA. This highly expressive blend has violet infused plum and crème de cassis fruit that coats the entire palate with accents of five spice powder, black truffles, vanilla and minerals. 73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot and 9% Cabernet Franc
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Quintessa 2012 Cabernet / Cabernet Blends, California, Napa, Rutherford$28394 Points Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate: "The outstanding 2012 Proprietary Red Blend Quintessa is composed of Bordeaux varietals dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon followed by Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Carmenère. One of the strongest efforts to date from this winery, it possesses a deep ruby / purple color as well as abundant aromas of sweet white chocolate, acacia flowers, and black and red fruits, full-bodied opulence, velvety tannins, and enough acidity to provide freshness and focus. It can be drunk now or cellared for another 10-15+ years.
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Renegade Wine Co. 2016 Grenache, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley$42Tasting Notes: This wine opens with an enchanting bouquet of lavender and violets, black olives, wild red raspberry, cracked pink peppercorns, bundled mediterranean herbs, and smoke. In the mouth, it's easy, delightful, and completely lacking rough edges. This is a silken drinker, such a charming wine texturally that it goes down a little 'too' easy
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Robert Biale, "Party Line" 2018 Zinfandel, California, North Coast$49Tasting Notes: This wine opens with an enchanting bouquet of lavender and violets, black olives, wild red raspberry, cracked pink peppercorns, bundled mediterranean herbs, and smoke. In the mouth, it's easy, delightful, and completely lacking rough edges. This is a silken drinker, such a charming wine texturally that it goes down a little 'too' easy
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Rombauer 2017 Zinfandel, California, Napa$69Winemaker's Notes: Our classic California Zinfandel is dark purple-ruby, with a bright crimson hue. On the nose, concentrated aromas of blackberry and raspberry meld with clove and spice. Lush flavors of raspberry, blackberry jam, plums and vanilla flood the palate, followed by touches of white pepper in the background. Plush and round tannins and great length make for a fresh and enticing finish
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Sagemoor, "Stars in a Row" 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington, Columbia Valley$148Winemaker's Notes: The brute strength of Bacchus is tamed by the silky elegance of Dionysus. Dried rosemary and thyme from those old Cabernet vines. Rich, dark chocolate from Weinbau's Merlot adds mid-palate texture. A hint of dried cherries, a whiff of cedar box. This bouquet worth lingering over is a worthy lead-in to the layers in each sip
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Saviah 2016 Syrah, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley$55Tasting Notes: A classic Walla Walla Valley Syrah which portrays the aromatic and textural aspects of exceptionally well-farmed fruit. Delicious aromas of olive brine, wild berries, smoke, and salami evolve into plum, blackberry, and spice. Intense yet balanced on the palate, buoyant flavors of beef broth, mountain berries, fresh cracked pepper, with a long silky finish
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Saviah 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley$48Winemaker's Notes: This Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from four exceptional vineyards farmed using techniques which are based on sustainability and environmental impact. The wine has a beautiful bouquet of cassis, black cherry, anise, with hints of umami, sweet herb and vanilla spice swirling up from the glass. Rich flavors of black current, black cherry, cocoa nibs, caramel, and a touch of spice coat the palate and lead to long lasting finish
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Siduri 2015, 375ml, Pinot Noir 1 review , Oregon, Willamette Valley, Yamhill Carlton$26Tasting Notes: This new pinot noir from Siduri offers beautiful notes of Asian spices, forest floor, dried flowers and sweet red fruit to go with a forward, supple, polished and incredibly easy drinking feel on the palate
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Sleight of Hand, "The Illusionist, Reserve" 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington, Columbia Valley$59Winemaker's Notes: The 2018 Illusionist Cabernet Sauvignon was sourced from the Estate Vineyard blocks located in both the Walla Walla and Red Mountain AVAs. It has a classic nose of tobacco leaf, red and black cherries, Asian spices, cassis, earthy herbs, and leather. The palate is dominated by dense flavors of more dark cherries and plums, with herbal undertones. It is richly textured, almost decadent, with refined, mouth-coating tannins, perfectly integrated oak notes, and incredibly fresh acidity
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Sozo, "Bountiful" 2008 Proprietary Red Blend, Washington, Columbia Valley$69Tasting Notes: Four of the primary Bordeaux grape varieties come together for tones of blackberry, currants, plum, cocoa, and vanilla oak. There is staying power on the palate with complex black fruit and vanilla. A perfect acidity makes this wine a must have with just about any bold flavors; particularly garlic, spices and deep concentrated sauces
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Storybook Mountain Vineyards 2011, 375ml, Zinfandel, California, Napa$49Tasting Notes: The same structure, finesse, and purity of fruit that have long characterized Storybook Mountain Zinfandels are evident in our Estate Cabernet Sauvignon. These qualities reflect the estate vineyard's relatively cool climate, its clay-loam soils, and its easterly and northerly exposures. The style of the wines also reflects Jerry Seps' preference for wines of moderate alcohol, intense, focused fruit and exemplary balance
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Three of Cups, "Le Jugement" 2017 Proprietary Red Blend, Washington, Columbia Valley$59Tasting Notes: The 2017 Three of Cups Le Jugement is a blend of 28% Grenache, 14% Syrah, and 58% Mourvedre
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Trefethen Family Vineyards 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Napa, Oak Knoll District$79Winemaker's Notes: Deep ruby in color, this exquisite Cabernet Sauvignon opens with fragrant notes of blackberry, bay leaf, coffee and chocolate. The palate is supported by velvety tannins and features flavors that tend more towards red cherries and baking spices. Blend: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot, 5% Merlot, 4% Malbec
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Two Vintners 2018 Grenache, Washington, Columbia Valley$59Tasting Notes: Fruit for this wine comes from top sites Olsen, Boushey and Monette's. The aromas draw you into the glass, with notes of orange zest, white pepper, flowers, raspberry and wet gravel as well as a kiss of smoke. The fruit flavors are juicy, showing a whole lot of intensity and depth along with absolutely dazzling purity
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Walla Walla Vintners 2016 Merlot, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley$76Winemaker's Notes: The 2016 Merlot opens with wave upon wave of fruit, blackberry, black cherry and cassis, with undertones of cocoa powder, cola and just a hint of mint. Dripping with more black fruit on the palate, its supported by deft balance, integrated tannins showing just a touch of dust and a velvety mouthfeel, stretching through the lengthy finish
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A to Z 2020 Rosé, Oregon$36Winemaker's Notes: A delicate, beautiful pale blush color, the 2020 A to Z Wineworks Oregon Rosé greets with strawberry and watermelon aromas overlaid with light floral accents of rose hip tea, orange blossoms and white flowers followed by notes of honeydew, cantaloupe, nectarine, pear, persimmon, quince, applesauce, and zesty citrus. The palate follows suit with enticing flavors that hint of strawberries and cream, lemon curd, raspberry coulis and peach chutney. A perceptible minerality and restrained but juicy acidity lend backbone to present a supple, balanced structure. Succulent and plush, the 2020 A to Z Wineworks Oregon Rosé is a lovely, pleasurable wine
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Barnard Griffin NV Dessert / Fortified Wine, Washington, Columbia Valley$10Winemaker's Notes: A pedal-to-the metal Washington Syrah Port delivering tiers of jazzy blueberry, plum and orange flavors. Rich and concentrated with a subtle note of raspberry chocolate. This is what Barnard Griffin Port is all about: fruity, accessible and delicious!
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Betz, "Rosé Cache" 2019 Rosé, Washington, Columbia Valley$37Tasting Notes: Brilliant and pure-colored, the aromas of the 2019 Rosé Caché are apparent the moment it's poured. Flinty minerality, ruby red grapefruit, apricots, and green tropical fruits explode from the glass. The palate balances rich texture with mouthwatering acidity, offering fresh melon and rainier cherry. The finish, bracing and lengthy, is full of fresh-ground white pepper, fruit pith, and mouthwatering salinity. Hooray for Spring!
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Far Niente, "Dolce", Late Harvest N.V. 375ml, Dessert / Fortified Wine, California, Napa$90Tasting Notes: Brilliant yellow-gold in color, very rich and full of ripe, exotic fig, apricot, peach and nectarine. Sweet and polished, with a touch of herbs, it glides across the palate and, for all its richness, the acidity keeps the flavors lively
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Julia's Dazzle 2020 Rosé, Washington, Columbia Valley$39Winemaker's Notes: The 2020 Julia's Dazzle Rosé is fresh and lively with bright aromas and flavors of orange blossoms, strawberries and ripe melon complemented by a racy acidity that lingers across a clean finish