RICHLAND, Wash. - Anelare, a small winery based in the heart of Washington wine country, has hired one of the state's top winemakers to take over production. The winery, owned by Kahryn and Forrest Alexander and Jim and Cindy Campbell, has moved its wines from the 2011 and 2012 vintages to winemaker Charlie Hoppes' facility in Richland. Hoppes, one of Washington's most … [Read more...] about Anelare hires Fidelitas’ Charlie Hoppes to make its wines
Archives for May 2013
Lookout Point Winery NV Two Coyotes, Rattlesnake Hills, $24
This is a nonvintage blend because it includes Malbec from 2010 and Grenache from 2011, both using grapes from Two Coyote Vineyard near the Yakima Valley town of Zillah. It' somewhat rare to see a nonvintage blend in Washington, but this one is superb. This opens with aromas of boysenberry, clove, blackberry jam and pink peppercorns. On the palate, it unveils big, rich flavors … [Read more...] about Lookout Point Winery NV Two Coyotes, Rattlesnake Hills, $24
Ross Andrew Winery 2011 Celilo Vineyard Pinot Gris, Columbia Gorge, $20
Celilo is on the Washington side of Columbia Gorge and enjoys a strong reputation with winemakers and consumers alike, thanks to its pioneering of the cool-climate region. This Pinot Gris offers aromas and flavors of starfruit, Asian pear, jicama, lime zest and apple, all backed up with bright acidity. Rating: Recommended Production: 201 cases Alcohol: 12.6% Website … [Read more...] about Ross Andrew Winery 2011 Celilo Vineyard Pinot Gris, Columbia Gorge, $20
Maryhill Winery 2010 Hattrup Farms Marvell GSM, Rattlesnake Hills, $32
Joe Hattrup is one of the premier grape growers in the Rattlesnake Hills area of the Yakima Valley, and it shows in this Rhône-style blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvédrè. It opens with aromas of cinnamon bear candy, President plum, milk chocolate and black pepper, followed by flavors of ripe plum, Bing cherry, boysenberry and maple syrup. The Syrah shows up on the rich … [Read more...] about Maryhill Winery 2010 Hattrup Farms Marvell GSM, Rattlesnake Hills, $32
Sagemoor Vineyards reflect Riesling history in Washington state
PASCO, Wash. - Kent Waliser and Derek Way manage vines that have helped shape the course of grape growing and winemaking in Washington state. They also relish their role as caretakers of living history at Sagemoor Vineyards. "These will be here long after we are gone," Way said, pointing to gnarled trunks of Riesling that were planted 40 years ago. Thanks in large part to … [Read more...] about Sagemoor Vineyards reflect Riesling history in Washington state