Heir apparent Tyler Williams assumed the lead winemaking duties at this three-generation estate winery on Red Mountain in 2019, and the Washington State University product has devoted some precious energy to creating thoughtful, rather than cookie-cutter, white blends. His two releases of Artemisia lean toward Bordeaux, while this newly created Sage Advice is Rhône-inspired … [Read more...] about Kiona Vineyards 2021 Estate Sage Advice White Wine, Red Mountain, $35
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Michael Florentino Cellars 2020 Albariño, Yakima Valley • $20
Woodinville winemaker Brad Sherman focuses his eponymous brand on Bordeaux varieties, but he and Jared Whelchel work with Italian and Spanish varieties under the Michael Florentino Cellars label. Albariño is an ideal fit and their flair with it is apparent. It all starts with Crawford Vineyards near Prosser, Wash. In the cellar, 75% of the lot is fermented in stainless steel … [Read more...] about Michael Florentino Cellars 2020 Albariño, Yakima Valley • $20
Crayelle Cellars 2021 Albariño, Ancient Lakes of Columbia Valley • $25
For years, soft-spoken Ivy League graduate Craig Mitrakul has turned Albariño into gold and best-of-class awards at West Coast wine competitions. A key and constant ingredient has been pixie dust found in famed Evergreen Vineyard, the site managed by Ryan Flanagan and the source of some of the country’s top examples of Riesling. As usual, this example of Albariño brings … [Read more...] about Crayelle Cellars 2021 Albariño, Ancient Lakes of Columbia Valley • $25
Canoe Ridge Vineyard 2020 Expedition Malbec, Horse Heaven Hills, $17
Haydn Mouat's third vintage at this Walla Walla winery produced a bottling of Malbec that features purity of fruit, part of the variety's charm and why it's helped raise the profile of Argentina's wine industry. Plum, black cherry and boysenberry dominate the aromas and flavors as the oak influence is minimal. It's bright but not tart, with nicely managed tannins. It could … [Read more...] about Canoe Ridge Vineyard 2020 Expedition Malbec, Horse Heaven Hills, $17
Teacher Appreciation Month at Muret-Gaston Wine Bar
The Johnsons and the team at Muret-Gaston Wine Bar want to thank teachers, educators, support staff, administration and all the people who make the school year possible for our children. During the month of September, show your school badge and receive a complimentary warm mini-baguette with French butter when you visit our wine bar in downtown Kennewick. … [Read more...] about Teacher Appreciation Month at Muret-Gaston Wine Bar