8. San Juan Vineyards 2013 Estate Siegerrebe, Puget Sound, $20
This stunning wine by Chris Primus in Friday Harbor, Wash., earned a remarkable five unanimous double gold medals from five sets of judges this year. Aromas of Asian pear, lychee and clove lead to flavors of pear, apple and pineapple. It’s all wrapped in bright acidity. Perfect for shellfish or pasta with a butter sauce. It won double gold medals at the Great Northwest Wine Competition, Great Northwest Invitational Wine Competition, Riverside International Wine Competition, Washington State Wine Competition and Seattle Wine Awards. It also won a Platinum at the Wine Press Northwest 2014 Platinum Judging.
Production: 360 cases
Alcohol: 12% alc.
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