by Peggy Rita | Nov 17, 2013 | Reviews
By Great Northwest Wine on November 17, 2013 Best Buy! Sauvignon Blanc blended with Chardonnay (40%) is not regularly seen in the Pacific Northwest, but this Kirkland, Wash., winery offers a tasty change of pace at an approachable price. Tropical aromas of...
by Peggy Rita | Nov 10, 2013 | Reviews
By Great Northwest Wine on November 10, 2013 The continued rise of Northwest Cellars has gotten an big assist from its association with winemaker Robert Smasne and the network of vineyards he’s worked with over the years. In the case of this white Rhône...
by Peggy Rita | Oct 15, 2013 | Reviews
SONATINA: Beautiful captivating noseNotes of white peaches, lemon curd, white flowers, hint of star anise, honeyGenerous with round center palateAcidity, fruit concentration and alcohol are all harmoniously balancedUnctuous and texturally pleasingFresh bold flavours...
by Peggy Rita | Oct 15, 2013 | Reviews
SERENADE: Inviting noseRich black fruit aromas with some savoury notesSweet spice in center palateSmooth and velvety yet with a nice backbone of acidityTannins are rounded out, quite refinedOak is subtle and nicely frames the wine, letting the other components enjoy...
by Peggy Rita | Oct 5, 2013 | Reviews
By Great Northwest Wine on October 5, 2013 Next year, Bob Delf will celebrate the 10th anniversary of his Kirkland, Wash., business that began by allowing customers to special order bottles that carried personalized labels. Thanks in part to his partnership with...
by Peggy Rita | Sep 23, 2013 | Reviews
Northwest Cellars 2011 Sonatina Columbia Valley ($18) 90 This 54/46 Roussanne/Viognier blend offers floral, melon and peach aromas and a lovely, creamy, mineral-accented palate. Finishes with a bit of heat. The International Wine Review, Sept/Oct 2013...
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