The wines were so good, we decided to feature them again! Originally presented last fall, these Sardinian wines are full of lively character, most are organic and extremely limited. With a fresh imported batch we're excited to showcase them again, and give one more final presentation on our exciting tour this October to this exotic, ancient and mysterious island off the Italian coast.
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To your family from ours, Happy Easter!
Come sample Upland Estates wines, one of the most historic and relatively unknown wineries in Washington State. Located in Sunnyside, the Newhouse family has farmed wine grapes for nearly 50 years, and sources fruit from some of Washington's oldest vineyards. Rich and robust, yet with an old world character, don't miss the opportunity to sample these beauties! 20% case discounts, mixed ok, on all featured wines. Glass pours available.
A living legend visits Hellams! Come meet Dr. Wade Wolfe, the brain behind Thurston Wolfe winery in Prosser, Washington. Dr. Wolfe has done extensive research over the past four decades in the Washington wine industry, including site selection for planting specific varietals, winemaking techniques and working with the late Dr. Walter Clore, often referred to as the "Father of Washington Wine". Don't miss this opportunity to meet Wade and taste through an impressive line up of his wines... !
This will also be a great opportunity to donate food to the La Conner Food Bank! We're taking donations for the Spring Food Drive... any canned or non-perishable item is appreciated. The top two donations will receive a combination prize from the wine shop and the food bank... thank you!
Come meet owner/winemaker Javier Alfonso from Pomum Cellars in Woodinville, as he pours his second label, Idilicio, which features only Spanish varietals including Albarino, Tempranillo, Garnacha and Graciano. 20% case discounts, mixed ok, glass pours too!
Our wildly popular "Fireworks with Five Star Cellars" combines the spectacular La Conner Fireworks Show with some of Washington's finest Walla Walla wines from Five Star Cellars! This special 5-day tasting features pretty much everything Five Star produces, with excellent 20% case discounts available. The fireworks show is one of the best around on Wednesday, July 4th at dusk... tasting will be from 1 - 6 p.m. each day, except for Fourth of July - tasting until 7 p.m.! We'll have a bbq going so come on out with your food, share a bottle of Five Star and enjoy the evening. Sorry, no RSVP for tables on the deck. $10 for non-club; $5 club tasting fee. *** Please note the shop will open at 1 p.m. on the 4th of July***
Come meet owner/winemakers Greg & Mike from Barrister winery for an exclusive tasting from 1 - 4:30... delicious wines across the board including their refreshing Sauvignon Blanc!
The July "Taste of Walla Walla" dinner cruise will feature three "young gun" superstar winemakers including Cameron Kontos of Kontos Cellars, Justin Basel of Solemn Cellars (formerly of Basel Cellars fame) and Greg Matiko of Skylite Cellars on Saturday, July 28th This is a fully catered dinner cruise with wine, appetizers and dessert included. The main course includes salmon and prime rib. The voyage departs from Cap Sante Marina in Anacortes on the venerable Mystic Sea, a 100' whale-watching boat with stories and expertise courtesy of Capt. Monte! This is a fantastic scenic cruise through the San Juan Islands (and possibly Deception Pass) abundant with wildlife and spectacular scenery, and if we're lucky we'll see an orca whale or two. A chartered bus will pick you up at Hellams Vineyard in La Conner at 5 p.m. (please check in to the shop no later than 4:15 p.m.) We'll then head over to the Mystic Sea, a 100' boat based out of Anacortes at Cap Sante Marina, board and depart at 6 p.m. The boat will return to dock at 9 p.m., and you'll then be chartered back to La Conner right out front of the wine shop. All three winemakers will be pouring at the shop from 1 - 4 p.m. before departing for the boat. Cost is $139 per person; ($149 non-club) (+ tax). RSVP is required by calling the shop at 360.466.1758. There is a 10-day, non-refundable cancellation policy in effect for this trip.
Come meet Don & Judy Phelps, owners of Hard Row to Hoe winery in Lake Chelan. Producing delicious, award-winning wines using mostly estate-grown grapes, these two release some exceptional wines and are getting rewarded in the press with some high scores from publications such as The Wine Advocate. With wine names like Afternoon Delight, S&M & Nauti-Buoy, how can you resist the temptation?!? 20% case discounts mixed ok... lotsa fun when these two are in town!
