One of Washington state’s rising star winemakers is Oscar Castillo, and his skill with red Bordeaux varieties has netted this Manson winery its first Platinum for parent company Lake Chelan Trading Co. The fragrances of black cherry, pomegranate, leather and black pepper lead to flavors of black fruit leather, black licorice and black tea, which come wrapped within a structure … [Read more...] about Lake Chelan Winery 2020 Bell Vineyard Malbec, Lake Chelan $59
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Tsillan Cellars 2021 Estate Malbec, Lake Chelan $56
Of the red Bordeaux varieties planted in three blocks across the two estate vineyards near Lake Chelan, Malbec has proved to be the best suited for Tsillan Cellars. That’s reflected in the six Platinums won in the past seven years of our judging. This bottling is filled with plums, cherry pipe tobacco, mint and cocoa powder. Enjoy with either the Five Spice Duck or Thick Cut … [Read more...] about Tsillan Cellars 2021 Estate Malbec, Lake Chelan $56
Tipsy Canyon Winery 2019 Melange Rouge Red Wine, Washington State $36
After years of membership as a winemaker in the Boeing Wine Club, Mark Garvin was ready to spread his wings and build an estate winery overlooking Lake Chelan near Manson. Judging by the Platinum Awards this year, he’s already taken off, earning five Platinums, including the Double Platinum for this blend of Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The role of Malbec takes center … [Read more...] about Tipsy Canyon Winery 2019 Melange Rouge Red Wine, Washington State $36