2007 Fortissimo

Spofford Station, Walla Walla Valley

60% Syrah, 27% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon

Aromatic layers of dark fruit, cherry cola and allspice call to your senses. Deliciously complex flavors of lush berries, mince pie, leather and smoke with rich tannins showcase this full-bodied blend leaving a velvety finish in your mouth.

2007 Fortissimo Magnum (1.5l)

Spofford Station, Walla Walla Valley

60% Syrah, 27% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon

2008 Merlot

Tasawik Vineyard,
Walla Walla Valley

75% Merlot, 20% Cabernet, 5% Syrah

A complex and concentrated merlot, showing an intense deep ruby color with rich plum, dark cherry, dill and spicy aromas. Black and red cherry, and spicy vanilla flavors on the palate with a smooth creamy texture, brisk acidity and silky tannins. Lingering finish of black licorice and minerality.

Bottled March 2012 - 875 cases

2009 Intrigue

Columbia Valley

30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Malbec, 30% Syrah,
5% Petit Verdot, 5% Carménère

A deep violet wine with aromas of violets, sandalwood, dark cherries and plums. Aromas reflected in the palate with hints of coriander and green olives with supple tannins and firm acidity. An “intriguing” blend with complexity and structure that will keep you coming back for more.

Bottled August 2011 - Made 164 cases

2009 Intrigue Magnum (1.5l) with wooden box

Columbia Valley

30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Malbec, 30% Syrah, 5% Petit Verdot, 5% Carménère

Hurry - only 60 bottles available!

2009 Petit Verdot

Phinny Hill Vineyard,
Horse Heaven Hills

100% Petit Verdot

Full bodied and powerful, this petit verdot has aromas of violets, anise and black cherries. Complex and concentrated on the palate showing dark cherry and blackberry flavors with notes of smoke and leather. Velvety tannins and juicy acidity – this wine wants steak!

Bottled August 2011 – 49 cases

2009 Syrah

Verhey Vineyard,
Yakima Valley

100% Syrah

A rich syrah with notes of black olives and cherries, bacon fat and lavender. The palate presents concentrated flavors of black cherries, pepper and cola. Rich mouthfeel with silky tannins and a lingering finish of dark chocolate.

Bottled August 2011 - 49 cases

2010 Carménère

Phinny Hill Vineyard, Horse Heaven Hills

100% Carménère

Fragrant with aromas of violets and fresh rosemary, this Northwest Cellars favorite is fresh and lively on the palate. Rich in berry and plum flavors with notes of cocoa, black pepper, chilies and graphite with a persistent finish.

Bottled September 2012 - 22 cases

2010 Malbec

67% Phinny Hill Vineyard
33% Verhey Vineyard

Columbia Valley

A beautifully balanced and aromatic malbec showing anise, lavender and baking spices on the nose. Concentrated flavors of, black and blue berries, black licorice and spice along with lively acidity and soft tannins on a lingering finish.  Immediately approachable but will cellar nicely – stock up on this one before it disappears!

Bottled September 2012 - 69 cases

2011 Chardonnay

94% Chardonnay - Desert Wind Vineyard,
6% Viognier - Upland Vineyard
Columbia Valley

Full bodied and richly textured with a lovely pale gold hue, this chardonnay displays a purity of fruit with flavors of apple, pear and hazelnuts. Persistent finish of fresh herbs, lively acidity and just a touch of butter – not your mama’s chardonnay!

Bottled July 2012 - 500 cases

2011 Sonatina

Lawrence Vineyard, Upland Vineyard, Columbia Valley

54% Roussanne, 46% Viognier

A fragrant and luscious wine with flavors of peaches, pineapple, thyme and honey. Fresh and vivacious with a lingering mineral finish.

Bottled July 2012 - 220 cases

2011 Viognier

Upland Vineyard, Snipes Mountain

100% Viognier

Rich aromas of honeysuckle, stone fruit and melon; this is a full-bodied viognier bursting with fresh flavors of white peaches, honeydew, herbs and honey. The texture is creamy and unctuous with a lingering finish of citrus rind and minerality.

Bottled March 2012 - 109 cases