Using grapes from its estate vineyard on the south shore of Lake Chelan, this young producer has crafted a luscious dessert wine using Riesling. It is a delicious white with aromas and flavors of white blossoms, poached pear and honey. Alluring aromas of purple lavender provide a lovely layer of complexity, and all of the flavor and sweetness are kept in balance with remarkable … [Read more...] about Rocky Pond Winery 2013 Late Harvest Riesling, Lake Chelan, $24
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Jones of Washington 2015 Rosé of Syrah, Ancient Lakes of Columbia Valley, $14
Best Buy! As good as winemaker Victor Palencia is with white wines, he might even be better with classic dry rosés. In fact, his pink wines are among the best you’ll find in the Pacific Northwest. The grapes for this superb example come from the cool Ancient Lakes region, and the result is a beautiful wine with aromas of dark cherry, red plum and ripe strawberry, followed by … [Read more...] about Jones of Washington 2015 Rosé of Syrah, Ancient Lakes of Columbia Valley, $14
Tsillan Cellars 2013 Estate Reserve Syrah, Lake Chelan, $35
Perched above the southern shore of Lake Chelan, Tsillan Cellars is one of the most beautiful destination wineries in the Pacific Northwest - perhaps even on the West Coast. It is the creation of Dr. Robert Jankelson, who envisioned this Tuscan-themed property many years ago. This Syrah from estate grapes is a classic, thanks to aromas of mocha, spice and bacon, followed by … [Read more...] about Tsillan Cellars 2013 Estate Reserve Syrah, Lake Chelan, $35
Wit Cellars 2015 Pinot Gris, Ancient Lakes of Columbia Valley, $18
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