Gordy's a very interesting guy and is one of the longest-tenured winemakers in Washington... he's really good at featuring Washington terroir in his wines, without over-doing alcohol, oak, extraction, etc. His wines have a 'sense of place', are food friendly, and very well-priced. Come chat with Gordy, hear his stories and experiences, and stock up on some solid Washington wines.
We love Damsel wines! Come meet Mari Womack, owner/winemaker of this small producer in Woodinville... Mari's put in her time in the wine industry, including being an assistant to Darby English at Darby. She'll pour some new releases, come on by and have a taste! Special 20% case discounts on all featured Damsel wines, mixed cases ok...
Happy Easter! We hope you enjoy spending time with friends and family on this special day...
Our longtime winemaker friend, Derek DesVoigne (formerly of Cuillin Hills), will grace our presence with an impressive line up of his new project, "Livin' Right Wines"! These well-priced, fun labeled wines have a big, round personality, full of fun and vigor... just like the maker! Come get reacquainted with Derek, see what he's been up to since selling off his Cuillin Hills label, and enjoy the new project. Awesome 20% case discounts available!
We'll have a specialty importer to guide you through an impressive line up of New Zealand wines, including a sparkling wine made in the Champagne method that's been called the finest bubbly in New Zealand! Come sample through an impressive portfolio, take advantage of the 20% case discounts, have a glass and a cheese plate... !
One of our favorite tastings from last year! Now Doug McCrea is back again, to focus on some new releases of Salida wines, a project dedicated to Spanish-varietals grown in Eastern Washington. You might remember Doug's previous project, McCrea Cellars, focused on Rhone Varietals... he was a pioneer with Viognier, Syrah, Grenache and many others before anyone knew these varietals could thrive in Washington wine country. Don't miss this one!
Always a good time with a visit from Basi, our favorite resident Spaniard, and importer of fabulous wines! We'll feature a fun line up of whites, rose and reds, and have information and discussion about our 'Mediterranean Galore' tour with Basi in April, 2020 that will focus on the wine country along Spain's Mediterranean coastline. See you there!
JULY
The July "Taste of Walla Walla" dinner cruise will feature Dave Huse from Five Star Cellars and Cameron Rushton from Raptor Winery on Friday, July 5th from 6:30 - 9 p.m. for a special "4th of July Weekend" cruise! This is a fully catered dinner cruise featuring appetizers, cracked crab and chicken, roasted potatoes, salad, bread and dessert. The voyage will depart from La Conner at the Channel Lodge dock (directly in front of the wine shop) and take us up the Swinomish Channel and through Deception Pass... this is a fantastic scenic cruise abundant with eagles, seals, and spectacular scenery and wonderful history. During the cruise you'll have an opportunity to order wine and pick up afterwards at the shop. Cost is $129 per person; ($139 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 taste everything Barrister! We'll roll out the red carpet for our friends from Barrister, Greg Lipsker & Michael White... two great guys with a fantastic success story of producing incredible wines at their property in Spokane. Some limited releases will also be featured... this is your chance to stock up and save on some truly fantastic Washington wines, and meet the guys who made it all happen!