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December 2007 |
Saying Goodbye & Thank You |
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hope to see you this week in the shop taking advantage of
our huge sales. This is an opportunity for Ron and I to say
Thank You for your support and to say goodbye.
Ron and I decided to sell the wine shop so we could focus on
our family time rather than spread ourselves thin with a
growing business. This is a great decision for us and it's
been an even greater experience.
Thank you for your support and encouragement. We couldn't
have done it without you.
The sale of the shop happened very quickly and very
smoothly. By next week you'll be meeting Jack, the new owner
and our new friend. So, come by next week to say hello to
Jack. He's a great guy and we're absolutely sure you'll like
him and love what he's doing with the shop.
Ron and I will now have a chance to coach a soccer team
together with my young daughter, we'll dapple in making
wine, and spend a lot more time in the kitchen creatively
pairing wine and food. We'll be by the shop occasionally to
say hello to Jack and check out his selection. So, cheers to
a great year!
Merry Christmas & God Bless, ~ Ron & Jenny
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10% OFF - Any 6 Bottles in Stock! |
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10% off
any 6 bottles in stock |
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15% OFF ~ Any 12 Bottles in Stock! |
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15% off
any 12 bottles in stock |
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20% OFF ~ Full Cases in Stock! |
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20% off
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40% OFF All Gifts & Accessories! |
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40% off
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Sale Ends Saturday December 15, 6:00PM |
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November 2007 |
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Thursday Tasting Begins Tonight!!
Thursdays 5-7pm ** Saturdays 1-5pm |
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Swing in the shop on your way home
tonight and taste four amazing Italian
wines. All great flavor and great value.
Check it out.
Don't miss our sale on November 24th!
Everything in the store is 10% off.
Don't wait to pick up your Holiday wine
and gifts. Take advantage of this sale!
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Taste Wine Thursday & Saturday In November
Thursdays 5-7pm ** Saturdays 1-5pm |
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I promised a lot of people that we would start
pouring on Thursday evenings again, so we will
pour beautiful wines for the Thursday crowd
beginning November 8th from 5:00-7:00pm as well
as Saturdays from 1:00-5:00pm.
It's casual, as usual to sip some wine and buy
at a discount. Looking forward to seeing you.
They're Back
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Ch Carbonneaux Bordeaux Blanc $37
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Ch Tronquoy-Laland Bordeaux $21
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Gilbert Cellars Claret $20
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Gilbert Cellars Chardonnay $18
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L'Ecole Semillon $16
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Forgeron Anvil Red 1.5L $35
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Nov 3 ~ Red Wines for Everyday Living |
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Saturday Ron and I are going to open some good wines
that you can't live without Monday through Friday.
Inexpensive matched with quality makes for must haves on
your kitchen counter or in your little counter top wine
rack so you can grab one on your way to the table.
Four Vines Zinfandel OVC We were
supposed to pour this wine in September but it didn't
happen and we really missed out on a good one. This is
one of my best selling wines under $15 and it will knock
your socks off. It has tons of berry fruit and anis with
hints of spice on the nose. On the palate this wine is
rich in blackberry, spicy plum and a velvety toasted oak
finish. Hits the spot every time. $13
Ten Mile Broken-Road We've been
bragging about this little wine forever and a day and
it's about time we pour it for everyone. It's a crazy
blend of Petit Sirah, Carignane, Zinfandel, and Barbera...yes,
it's all in there and it tastes fantastic. It goes with
everything because Ron and I have tried it with
everything except vanilla ice cream but I'm sure it
would go well with vanilla ice cream too. $10
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Nov 8 & 10 ~ Italian Wines You'll Love, Capiche! |
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from Bianco-Rosso Imports
Draga Miklus Pinot Grigio
100% Pinot Grigio. This wine has great mineral and
flinty character and exhibits lovely floral aromas with
mellow peach and herbal flavors that linger on the
finish. Although I would enjoy sipping this wine it's
really perfect to pair with food as it has very nice
body. $15
Poggio Salvi Colli Senesi Chianti 2004
90% Sangiovese Grosso, 10% Colorino, Merlot, and
Malvasia Nera. Earned 85 pts Wine Spectator. Rich,
delicious, dark and valued well at $15. Great pick that
we are very pleased to share with you.
Castel Sallegg Lagrein Riserva
100% Lagrein, an original grape of South Tyrol. This
wine shows dark garnet red with a light velvety
blackberry aroma. Full bodied flavor with a delicately
tart finish. Great pairing with beef, game, Asian dishes
or strong cheeses. $23
Caudrina Asti 'La Selvatica'
100% Moscato. Straw to golden-yellow sparkler with a
pronounced but delicate sweetness. This is not a
candy-sweet wine. Rather, expect assertive ripe apricots
and peaches. Excellent with cookies, flakey pasties,
fruits and other cream-based desserts. $10 375ml and $18
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Nov 15 & 17 ~ Gilbert Cellars |
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Gilbert Cellars Chardonnay 2006
Gilbert Cellars is a family-owned winery committed to
producing delicious wine from their estate vineyards.
This is their second vintage of Chardonnay from 30 year
old vines that flourish in one of the oldest vineyards
in the state. This wine offers crisp fruit and a
pleasurable finish. This wine is a great partner with
chicken or halibut. $18
Gilbert Cellars Claret This
blend of 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, 10% Malbec,
and 10% Petit Verdot is a wonderful example of the
success of Bordeaux varieties on the Wahluke slope. A
bouquet of herbs and smooth palette of dark fruits
highlight this moderately tannic but very approachable
and drinkable red blend. It can be enjoyed on its own
but also goes well with hearty meals and pasta with red
sauces. $19
Gilbert Cellars Syrah This
hedonistic Syrah delivers an aroma of wild violets and
creme de cacao leading into a plush medley of dark
fruits and an enduring finish of French vanilla and
roasted coffee. The grapes for this wine were picked 2
weeks apart. The first pick was full of violets and
freshness. The second pick came two weeks later from the
same vines and the grapes offered the luscious fullness
and weight the wine. It is so smooth and fulfilling.
You'll love it. $27 |
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November 22 & 23 ~ CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING |
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I hope you are spending this beautiful holiday with your
family and friends. Choose your favorite bottle of wine
and share it with the special people in your life.
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September 2007 |
Saturday, September 1 is Family
Day! |
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We are closing the shop on
Saturday, September 1 and
spending it together at the
homestead with our very proud
Firstgrader! Enjoy your weekend
and we'll see you on Tuesday,
September 4th. |
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Betz Wines are Coming! |
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Very Small Production in 2005
Betz Family Winery Release - On the
Shelf by September 11th
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2005 Bésoleil: Grenache dominant, but
blended with peppery Mourvedre and smoky
Syrah, Southern Rhone style
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2005 Syrah La Serenne: Exclusively from
our vines in Dick Boushey's Yakima
Valley vineyard, black, silky and supple
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2005 Syrah La Côte Rousse: 100% Red
Mountain, dense, powerful and complex
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Newly Acquired Wines |
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From Everywhere
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WA-Hence Cellars Riesling $20
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CA-Handley Pinot Noir Anderson Valley
$27
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CA-Handley Zinfandel Redwood $19
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SP-Carchelo Jumilla $10
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SP-Mas Marcal Tinto $10
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SP-Vina Reboreda White $10
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SP-Fuente del Conde Rosado $10
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SP-Finca La Estacada Tempranillo $13
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SP-Lagar de Castelo Albarino $15
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FR-Chateau Bertrands Cuvee Tradition $12
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FR-Chateau Ducasse Bordeaux Blanc $16
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Sept 1 ~ Are You Ready for
School? |
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CLOSED TODAY!
What are you doing at a wine tasting?
Have you done all your school shopping?
Supplies? Bus Schedule? New Jeans?
Get your laundry done and pack those
lunches because we have a great line-up
this month every Saturday - that you
won't want to miss. As usual, our poured
wines are 10% off during the event.
We're looking forward to seeing you!
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Sept 8 ~ Four Vines Winery |
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Sat 1-5pm |
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Paso Robles, California
Four Vines Naked Chardonnay
"Naked" is our expression for a No-Oak
style of winemaking. The fruit was
fermented in 100% stainless steel and
NOT put through malolactic fermentation,
in order to maintain the natural acid
balance. The Chardonnay exhibits crisp
apple, white peach, and pear, finishing
long with hints of citrus and mineral.
Drink Naked often! $13
Four Vines OVC Zinfandel 2005
We have such a great wealth of Zinfandel
that we have the ability to put together
a fantastic multi- appellation Zin
Blend. On the nose the wine has layers
of berry fruit and anise aromas with
hints of spice. On the palate,
blackberry and spicy plum fruit with a
rich mouth feel trailing to a velvety
toasted oak finish. Enjoy with a friend!
$13
Four Vines "The Maverick"
The 100-plus-year old vines of the
original Grandpere Vineyard, along with
the 40- year old vines of The Deaver and
Linstead Vineyards produce a wine that
is chewy and spicy, rich with blackberry
fruit and a hint of velvet vanilla oak.
Blended with a touch of Syrah from the
Bailey Vineyard. The Jam Bomb! $22
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Sept 15 ~ Pomum Cellars |
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Javier & Shylah Alfonso, Winemakers
Shya Red 2004
Inaugural release of the 2004 Bordeaux
style red comprised of 51% Cabernet
Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 11% Cabernet
Franc, 4% Malbec, and 2% Petit Verdot.
The grapes were hand picked, hand
sorted, and fermented in small one-ton
containers. Aging in small barrels
provided the optimal backdrop to the
complex fruit character of the wine.
The wine is deep ruby color with a
violet rim revealing aromas of dark
berries, cherry and vanilla with a soft
luscious mouth-feel highlighting dark
fruit, cedar and spice. A beautifully
complex and structured wine best enjoyed
now thru 2012. Only 200 cases produced.
A steal at $36.
Syrah 2004
Our extremely limited production 2004
Syrah was grown to showcase the endless
potential this variety has in Washington
State. The fruit for this meticulously
handcrafted elixir was sourced from the
prestigious and quality oriented
Elerding Vineyard in the recently
approved and highly regarded Horse
Heaven Hills American Viticultural Area.
The fruit underwent a long fermentation
and maceration program in order to
maximize flavor extraction. In order to
highlight the beautiful fruit nuances,
oak character was purposely minimized by
aging in used cooperage. This extremely
dark colored wine exhibits a beautiful
nose of dark berries, chocolate and
spice. In the palate the wine rewards us
with an outburst of flavor and a long
finish. This wine should be enjoyed
alone or with succulent dishes from
2008-2010. Only 50 cases produced.
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Sept 22 ~ Des Voigne Cellars |
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Darren Des Voigne, Woodinville Winemaker
The San Remo 2005 Sangiovese
A true Chianti style wine of 100%
Sangiovese from Walla Walla's Seven
Hills Vineyard. Bright ruby color,
aromas of flowers and vanilla on the
nose with ripe flavors of red cherries
with hints of licorice and leather. San
Remo goes with light fare like pasta
marinara, exotic dishes like wild boar
and simple things like an empty wine
glass. $25
Solea 2005
Solea is an Andalusian word for the
flamenco. It's a sultry tune by Miles
Davis and it's our Bordeaux style blend
of 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot,
and 13% Cab Franc aged 17 months in 90%
French and 10% American oak. Filled with
flavors of berry and cassis with hints
of green pepper and smoke. $28
The Emcee 2005
The Emcee is all cool elegance. Merlot
from Horse Heaven Hills is blended with
4% Walla Walla Cabernet for a silky
smooth wine filled with flavors of
currant and plum with hints of clove,
maraschino cherry and chocolate. $26
The Duke 2005
Bursting with berry The Duke is the
newest Walla Walla red. 71% Zinfandel,
21% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Merlot, 4%
Cab Franc. Lush and juicy with ripe red
cherry on the nose and palate, a lively
mouth feel and just enough tannin for
grip, finishing with a hint of vanilla
and tar. Perfect for your next barbeque,
a quiet dinner for two, or simply for
mom and dad at the family dinner table.
$26 |
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Sept 29 ~ Domaine Des Lauribert |
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Rhone Valley, France
Lauribert Tradition CDR 2005
80% Grenache, 20% Syrah. This one is a
sleeper. Or maybe it isn't...the label
is great, everyone who tasted the 2004
vintage fell in love with it and the
price is outstanding. Okay, so it's
pretty clear that this is a great little
wine. Great flavor, fruit and spice,
long finish that stays in and around
your mouth long after you've taken that
glorious sip. We love it and believe
that you will too. $11
La Carelette Valreas CDRV 2004
70% Grenache, 30% Syrah. We consider
this one the big brother to it's
'Tradition' brother. More Syrah adds
more depth, more richness. Really what I
can say is that if you like the
Tradition and want something a little
heavier, weightier, richer, darker -
it's an easy step to the La Carelette.
Try them both, take them both home -
each of these wines will cover all your
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June 30 ~ Alves de Sousa Wines Perfect for BBQ |
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Douro, Portugal
Quinta da Estacao Branco 2006
Made from a blend of Malvasia Fina, Gouveio, and Arinto.
These grapes of Portugal produce a clear and citrus color
wine. Mineral and fruity flavors. Smooth and well-balanced
acidity giving it freshness and longevity. $9.00
Quinta do Vale da Raposa 2002
Intense flavor of red fruits and wood. Smooth, soft tannins
and a fruity finish. Although young, it is drinking
beautifully now and it has an ageing ability...beautiful
structure and personality. Pure black and red fruit nose
with freshness and some acidity showing. There's a bit of
richness to the herby fruits. Nice, spicy character to the
fruit which is a little more generous. Sappy and quite chewy
with good acid. Fresh and approachable: a savoury food
style. $13.00
Tinta Barroca 2001
Made from Tinta Barroca grapes which produce a wine of
beautiful ruby color. The flavors are of mature fruit, well
married with wood. Smooth, good tannins with a long finish.
$18.00 |
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July 4th Holiday Schedule |
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Holiday Schedule
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Closed Wednesday, July 4th
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Saturday Wine Tastings |
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1-5pm
Join us for our wine tastings every Saturday from 1-5pm.
You'll no doubt discover something new and exciting each and
every weekend.
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Sorry I Missed You |
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I apologize to all of you who came by the store last week
and found the store closed on Thursday and Saturday. I was
very ill and all the planets were aligned in such a way that
my usual backups were not arranged. I am truly sorry if you
needed to get wine at the last minute and I was not
available. Ron is back in town, I'm feeling better and we're
back on track just in time for summer.
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March/April 2007 |
Spring Wine Events |
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Thursday Wine Tastings 5:00-7:00pm
· Taste Something New, Learn
Something New
· 10% off open wine during tasting
event
Saturday Wine Tastings 1:00-5:00pm
· It's Our Goal to Share the Newest
Wines on the Shelf
· 10% off open wine during tasting
event |
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Introducing Our Vesta Loyal Shopper Club |
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10% Off All
Wine, Every Day
...And all you pay is $100 one-time only to save 10% off wine
from Vesta Wine Cellaras.
Advantages to Being a Loyal Shopper
· 10% off all wines on the shelf
· You get first notice of special
offers
· You get the only notice of limited
wines
Call Jennifer or Ron at (206) 729-5988 to become a Loyal
Shopper Club Member or stop by the shop and start saving 10%
today. All Vesta Wine Cellars customers still receive 10%
off mixed case sales and 20% off pre-paid case sales of
wines in stock. |
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Mar 29 ~ No Tasting Today |
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:Nota Bene
Tasting Moved to April 19th
And my daughter is having her first school concert so we can't
miss it. Please join us for the incredible red wines of
:Nota Bene on April 19th from 5-7pm. |
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Mar 31 ~ Mini Passport of Woodinville |
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It's so mini,
there may be only one...
Baer 'Ursa' 2003
50% Merlot, 44% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1%
Malbec
What can we say...this is one of our personal favorites for
cellaring and drinking whenever we get our greedy hands on
some. The 2003 Ursa continues the evolution of Baer's
signature wine. Ursa is designed as a more feminine
expression of a red wine blend – beautifully aromatic with
velvety tannins. This '03 vintage takes even further steps
toward refined balance and mouthfeel. Blending lush, warm
Merlot with seductively floral Cabernet Franc creates an
elegant wine that pairs particularly well with food.
Expressive and approachable, this is a fine wine that may be
enjoyed now or cellared for up to 10 years. This is the
absolute last of the 2003 vintage. The 2004 Ursa is just
being released and you should really stock up on both.
$29.99
If you're looking for a great food pairing with Baer's Ursa,
I've heard anything blue cheese with this wine is fabulous
and really a must try. I'll have to whip up something
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April 5 ~ Pure Love from Australia |
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Shiraz for
Every Style!
Layer Cake Shiraz 2005
Dark, brimming with cocoa, fresh blueberry and spice, an
abundance of black cherry, dried plum, freshly cut tobacco
and coffee dominate the palate. Supple tannins prevail but
are nicely integrated. It's a very pure mouthful of Shiraz.
Perfectly structured, zesty acidity carries the flavors over
the entire palate penetrating each taste bud. The finish
tends to linger for over a minute. $15.99
Barossa Jack Shiraz 2005
Dark and richly textured. Effortlessly exotic spices and
raspberries greet your nose. A bit softer on the palate than
its brothers. Smooth tannins wound tightly into an array of
red fruits, very redolent in tart cherry. Food friendly,
Barossa Jack is an exceptional pairing for grilled lamb and
root vegetables. $15.99
Desert Eagle Shiraz 2005
Dense, dark, incredibly ripe. The nose smells a bit more
like Northern Rhone with a bit of funk and spice. Very
intriguing. Stunning array of fruit layered with creamy
tannins. A palate staining mouthful of wine with
blueberries, pepper and a plum finish. $15.99
Maverick Above the Law Shiraz 2005
Rich, dark and immensely powerful. Maverick is over the top
with a level of tannins and fruit unexpected at this price
point. Deeply concentrated with tons of black fruits,
leather and tannic richness. Maverick's raw power stays on
for a very lengthy finish. $15.99
Pure Love Shiraz
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April 12 ~ Great Finds from Argentina |
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Perpetuum &
TerraMedia
TerraMedia Chenin Blanc 2006
Made from 100% Chenin Blanc grapes, this wine has notes of
citrus, quince and honey. There is also a nice mineral
element to this wine, with balanced acidity. Ideal for
accompanying appetizers, light apstas and seafood. This wine
is surprisingly sophistocated for the price.
Perpetuum Torrontes
Made from 100% Torrontés grapes, this wine is very
expressive in the nose with aromas of citrus, orange,
pineapple and flowers. This wine has a nice light yellow
color with green hues. It feels gentle and fresh in the
mouth and is nicely balanced. How many of you can say you've
had Torrontes. Be the first to introduce your friends to it.
Another great wine with appetizers, white meats, fish,
salads and desserts.
Perpetuum Malbec
Malbec is the wine for which Mendoza is known worldwide. The
Perpetuum Malbec is perfect for those who want to explore
the sensational qualities of this varietal. It has an
excellent bouquet with intense plum, currant and red fruit
flavors. This wine has a nice clean finish with soft,
rounded tannins. Ideal to accompany meats, pastas and
cheeses.
New World Wines!
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April 19 ~ :Nota Bene Wines |
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Seattle,
Washington
Abbinare 2002
"Abbinare" is Italian for 'link together' which is how this
assemblage of vineyards and varietals came together from
Washington's finest sources of Bordeaux-style wine. Crafted
to show how diverse vineyards can come together to produce a
wonderful wine that will age for many years. 88 pts Wine
Spectator.
Ciel du Cheval 2004 Red Mountain
A Cabernet-heavy Bordeaux blend from one of the most
exciting vineyards in the state. A very intense wine with
tannins built to last. The 2003 received 90 pts Wine
Enthusiast.
Miscela 2003
"Miscela" is Italian for 'blend' and blending is what Nota
Bene does best. This wine is a collection of vineyards and
varietals dominant in Merlot. 91 pts Wine Enthusiast
Syrah 2003
Crafted with Southern France in mind, the fine grapes of
Portteus Vineyard define the character of this wine,
accented with Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and
Merlot. 88 pts Wine Enthusiast.
Nota Bene Acclaim!
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April 26 ~ Thurston Wolfe |
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Crazy Label -
Yummy Wine
These Thurston Wolfe wines are unbelievably delicious and priced
right. They are finely balanced with richness, fruit,
tannins, and satisfying flavor. Don't miss this taste of
Thurston Wolfe.
Dr. Wolfe's Family Red
61% Primativo (Italian clone of Zinfandel), 35% Petite
Sirah, 4% Lemberger; all grown at Zephyr Ridge Vineyard in
the Horse Heaven Hills. Cherry fruit, spicy aroma, and soft
tannins combine to produce a wine that complements a wide
range of rich and hardy dishes and is ready for immediate
consumption. 750 cases produced.
Howling Wolfe Zinfandel
This is the 5th release of Zinfandel from the Zephyr Ridge
Vineyard in the Horse Heaven Hills. Enjoy it now with prime
rib, rack of lamb, or port-glazed pork loin or age through
2014. 390 cases.
Thurston Wolfe Syrah
From the Andrews & Zephyr Ridge Vineyards in the Horse
Heaven Hills, aged in new American oak for 13 months, it was
bottled in November 2005. Food companions include broiled
lamb, ham, and spiced sausages. 320 cases. Gold Medal,
Northwest Wine Summit!
PGV Pinot Gris~Viognier
PGV is 70% Viognier and 30% Pinot Gris. The wine has aromas
of tropical fruit, peach and orange; it is full-bodied but
crisp on the palate. Enjoy with chicken, steamed mussels,
clam linguini, and other seafood dishes. Last vintage won
Silver Medal, Northwest Wine Summit!
Thurston Wolfe Winery Check
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March 2007 |
Swimming in Bubbles!
Special on all Bubbles Entire Month of March!
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Two Weekly Wine Tastings
Thursdays 5 - 7pm, see what's on tap below
Saturdays 1 - 5pm, Ron picks the wine to pour
10% discount on wines we're pouring
Check Out These New Wines Added in February...
Old World Wines...
Estecillo Nino Jesus Blanco, Spain $8.00
Estecillo Nino Jesus Crianza, Spain $15.00
Quinta de la Rosa LBV Porto 1999 $14.50
La Meridiana La Malaga, Italy $12.99
Le Velette Lunato Orvieto Superiore, Italy $10.00
Bailley-Lapierre Sparkling Bordeaux $17.99
Ch Ferran Pessac-Leognan Bordeaux $20.00
Domaine Grand Lauze La Compagnon $14.99
Domaine Grand Lauze Ledogar Corbieres $19.99
Domaine du Prince Costieres de Nimes $8.00
Domaine DuPeuble Beaujolais $14.00
New World Wines Added...
Pedestal Merlot 2004 $55.00
Thurston Wolfe HHH Syrah $20.00
Thurston Wolfe Family Red $15.99
Thurston Wolfe Destiny Ridge Cabernet $25.00
Thurston Wolfe Zephyr Petite Syrah $20.00
Thurston Wolfe Zinfandel $17.00
Woodward Canyon Chardonnay $31.99
Four Vines "Maverick" Zinfandel, CA $19.99
Heron Bay Cabernet Sauvignon, CA $12.99
Glamour Puss Pinot Noir, New Zealand $10.00
Cat Phee on a Gooseberry Bush, NZ $10.00
Isabel Marlborough Pinot Noir, NZ $29.99
Matetic EQ Equilibrio Sauv Blanc, Chile $15.99</ li>
Remember, we are pouring different wines every Saturday
from 1-5pm. It's more of a "free-for-all",
"pour-whatever-we-want" kind of day.
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I Overstocked My Champagne & Bubbles |
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10% off all Bubbles this Month!
For the entire month of March you can walk away with any
Champagne, Sparkling Wine, Prosecco, or Cava at 10% off the
regular price.
Bubbly pairs well with so many dishes, as a matter of fact
bubbly pairs well with most dishes. It's great for Sunday
morning brunch, Friday night celebrations, and a fun bath
side drink! Whether you're treating yourself to a special
Champagne or stocking up Cava for Easter Brunch, take
advantage of this sale now.
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Mar 1 ~ Baron-Fuente Champagne Galipettes Brut Cuvee |
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25 % Chardonnay – 70% Meunier – 5% Pinot Noir
This “terroir” Champagne is made with grapes from organic
vines of the 2002 harvest. “Galipes” in Champagne slang
means vine. As we have a limited production for this
champagne, we have chosen to name it “Galipettes”.
This champagne has a golden hue with a gorgeous fruity
bouquet. The palate is fresh and complex with lingering
aromas. The structure is well-balanced with fruity aromas
and notes of toasted bread and crumb. This pretty bubbly
will be ideal for any festive occasion and really, doesn't
Champagne go with just about everything? This is a beautiful
wine. $35.00
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Mar 8 ~ d'Arenberg Wines of Australia |
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Thurs 5-7pm |
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South Australia
d'Arenberg is one of the most significant wineries in
McLaren Vale. In 1912 Joseph Osborn, a teetotaler and
director of Thomas Hardy and Sons, purchased the well
established Milton Vineyards in the hills just north of the
townships of Gloucester and Bellevue, now just known as
McLaren Vale.
Joseph's son Francis Ernest (‘Frank') Osborn left medical
school, choosing to forsake the scalpel for pruning shears.
Fruit from the 78 hectares of vineyards was sold to local
wineries until his own cellars were complete in 1928. Dry
red table and fortified wines were produced in ever
increasing quantities to supply the expanding markets of the
Empire.
In 1943 Frank's son Francis d'Arenberg, universally known as
‘d'Arry', returned from school, age 16, to help his ill
father run the business, eventually assuming full management
of d'Arenberg in 1957. d'Arry bottled the first of the
famous diagonal red stripe labelled wines two years later.
The Stump Jump 2005 GSM
46% Grenache, 34% Shiraz, 20% Mourvedre. A lovely rich red
appearance with a red rose petal hue. This wine has plenty
of impact with ripe juicy red fruits, spice, cardamom, and a
cherry character with a background of oak. The palate is dry
but fruity with soft tannins that balance the obvious
Grenache dominated palate loaded with mulberries, plum and
spices. The finish is lovely soft, rich in flavour with
savoury red fruit characters and hints of vanilla which is
characteristic of d’Arenberg wines. A pleasure to drink now
or cellar over the next 2 to 5 years. $11.99
The Love Grass Shiraz 2004
Shiraz, Cabernet, Petit Verdot, and Merlot. As the wine
opens up it reveals plum and cherry juice with violets,
cloves and summer flowers. As it opens further more complex
flower and bright red to black fruit characters appear.
The palate is juicy with weighty, red-fruited Shiraz
dominated by plums, rhubarb, cherries, strawberries,
mulberry, smoked bacon, white pepper and flower characters
then a level of black currants and fragrant spice from the
Cabernet and Petit Verdot appear. On the second sip a lovely
mulberry tar-like character of Merlot starts to fill the
palate with vivid, deep-red cherry flavors mixed with a hint
of sage leaf, cloves and turmeric from the Petit Verdot
which fans out across the finish with a grippy but polished
finish. $14.99
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February 2007 |
HAPPY BIRTHDAY VESTA!
Birthday Celebration Saturday, February 10th
12pm-6pm
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NEW WINES ADDED IN JANUARY
Washington Wines...
Baer 'Ursa' 2003 $29.00
Boudreaux Cellars Merlot 2004 $40.00
Eagle Haven Madeline Angevine 2004 $14.99
Eagle Haven Syrah 2003 $19.99
Gilbert Cellars Wahluke Chardonnay 2004
$17.49
L'Ecole No. 41 Ferguson 2004 $45.00
O.S. Winery BSH 2004 $35.00
Stevens Black Tongue Syrah 2004 $28.00
French Additions...
Champagne~Baron-Fuente Galipette NV $35.00
Auxey-Duresses 1st Cru LaFouge Burgundy 03
$32.00
Ch Thivin Cote de Brouilly Beaujolais 2005
$19.00
Ch Lamartine Cahors 2004 $16.99
Dom Labranche Laffont Madiran Tradition 2003
$16.99
Dom des Lauribert CDR Tradition 2005 $10.00
Dom Beau Mistral VDP Principaute d'Orange
2004 $13.99
Dom Beau Mistral Grand Rsv Gastronomique
2004 $14.99
Dom Bourillon Dorleans Vouvray Sec 2005
$17.00
Le Beauregard Cheverny 2005 $17.99
Silex d'Orfeuille Vouvray 2004 $18.00
Dom des Homs Minervois 2005 $13.99
Pech de Saint Jean Viognier 2005 $16.99
Italian Additions...
Borgo Pretale Chianti Classico 2001 $21.99
Tenuta Le Velette Gaudio 2001 $19.99
Tenuta Le Velette Calanco 2000 $19.99
TWO WEEKLY TASTINGS!! No Charge
Thursday evenings from 5 - 7pm
Saturday afternoons from 1 - 5pm
VESTA GIFT CARDS
Every day is someone's birthday. Give a Vesta gift
card in any amount over $15 Or buy one for yourself
and use the card like cash in the wine store!!
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Feb 1 ~ Tenuta Le Velette (Thursday 5-7pm) |
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Umbria, Italy
The estate of Le Velette lies in the center of the
production zone of Orvieto Classico on a plateau that
faces the steep cliff of the town of Orvieto. Their
ancient hand carved rock cellars testify to the antique
enological tradition of this region. The estate was the
property of the Count Negroni until the 1800s. It was
purchased in the late 19th Century by the Felici family,
from which the current owners are descended.
Gaudio 2001
100% Merlot. "Gaudio" meaning happiness and this wine
should put a smile on your face. Do you ever get a whiff
of red wine and say, "that's Italian" - well you will
this time. The aroma brings with it the earth and soil
straight from the vineyard. It's dark, it's deep, it's
Merlot. $19.99
Calanco 2000
65% Sangiovese, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon. Rick, dark ruby
in color. Another intense wine with voluptuous aromas
and flavors like prune jam and coffee beans. Tannin
structure is silky and held up equally by strong flavors
of fruit and cocoa. This wine makes my eyes roll. $19.99
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Feb 8 ~ Grand Cru Banniere Champange (Thursday
5-7pm) |
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Special $3 Tasting Fee
There are 17 villages that enjoy the elite top position
in the French classification system of Grand Cru. These
are the finest growing areas for Champagne - slopes
containing chalky minerality for which the region is
famous. The Champagne vineyards are exposed to a cold,
northerly climate which inevitably makes grape growing a
precarious operation, and the quality of grapes vary
from year to year. This is why most champagne is blended
- to even out the quality. Grand Cru Champagne is an
expression of the terroir - there's nothing quite like
it. Don't miss this very special tasting opportunity of
a Grand Cru Champagne.
Banniere Grand Cru Tradtion
58% Pinot Noir, 22% Chardonnay, 20% Reserve Pinot Noir.
$56.50
Banniere Grand Cru Grande Reserve
58% Pinot Noir, 22% Chardonnay, 20% Reserve Pinot Noir.
$63.99
Banniere Grand Cru Masterclass
59% Pinot Noir, 41% Chardonnay. $79.99
Banniere Grand Cru Masterclass Rose
58% Pinot Noir, 22% Chardonnay, 20% Reserve Pinot Noir.
$85.99 (very limited, not pouring this one tonight)
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Feb 15 ~ Domaine Beau Mistral (Thursday 5-7pm) |
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Cotes du Rhone, France
Principaute d'Orange Cuvee 2004
Grenache and Merlot - incredible blend. I was so pleased
when I tasted this wine. It is as good as everyone
remembers it. A fantastic wine that you will add to your
"everyday wine" list and a fantastic price. $13.99 This
is one to get by the caseload.
Cotes du Rhone Grand Reserve Gastronomique
Rouge 2004
Grenache, Mouvedre, Syrah, Carignan. The Sandrine family
have been making wine for generations in this area. This
medium weight red wine has good complexity with a
slightly fruity finish that makes it another wonderful
everyday wine. Great with pasta, chicken, and we've had
it with pizza. $14.99
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Feb 22 ~ Wines from Portugal (Thursday 5-7pm) |
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Esporao & Quinta de Vale da Raposa
Herdade do Esporao Alandra White 2005
A blend of Manteudo and Diagalves grapes. This white
wine is fresh and balanced with a hint of citrus that
awakens your palate. $7.25
Herdade do Esporao Alandra Red 2004
A blend of Moreto & Castelao. The clean, fresh
berry-fruit aromas tickle your nose and invite you to
sip a young, fresh and well balanced fruity treasure.
$7.25
Quinta de Vale da Raposa Tinta Barroca 01
A gorgeous red color and the flavor to match it. The
aroma is striking, open and herby with some caramel and
tar richness (this is a good thing). The palate is
mid-weight and bright with flavors of mature fruit, well
married with oak. Smooth tannins and a long finish - I
mean long, with a splash of spice. $17.99
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COMING EVENTS... |
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February 10th 12:00PM - 6:00PM
Vesta Anniversary Open House
Celebrating our One Year Anniversary with an Art Show -
and saying thanks for your great support! Join us
Saturday for wine, hors d'Oeuvres, and 10% off wine in
stock all day.
April 1 & 2 in Woodinville
Woodinville Passport 11AM - 5PM
Visit the many wineries in Woodinville wine
country...Tickets are on sale now through
woodinvillewinecountry.com ($45) reserve yours now it
fills up fast.
April 14 & 15 in Seattle
Taste of Washington
at the Bell Harbor International Conference Center and
Qwest Field Event Center. Tickets are on sale now and
options vary, $85/adult is the main course. Get details
at tastewashington.org site.
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January 2007 |
A Fresh New Year! |
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OPEN NEW YEAR'S EVE
11am - 3pm for last minute party prep!
CLOSED JANUARY 1-3, 2007
Open again January 4th normal business hours.
NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS
Tuesday-Saturday 12:00-6:00pm
Thursdays open til 7pm for tastings
Sunday & Monday Closed
TWO WEEKLY TASTINGS!!
Thursdays from 5 - 7pm
Saturdays from 1 - 5pm
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