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- New vending, new era for liquor - Bellingham Herald
- Big stores, small, specialty and grocers – all will compete for your liquor ... - Bellingham Herald
- Big stores, small, specialty and grocers – all will compete for your liquor ... - TheNewsTribune.com
- Tri-Citians getting into the booze biz - Bellingham Herald
- Tri-Citians getting into the booze biz - TheNewsTribune.com
Northwest Distillery News
- Whatcom craft distillers busy making products, getting closer to opening - Bellingham Herald
- Whatcom County stores prepare for June 1 liquor sales - TheNewsTribune.com
- From slow hikes to high wires, San Juan Island has new treats - The Seattle Times
- Fun Events Coming Up in Seattle…. - Seattle Post Intelligencer (blog)
- Brugal Rum - Spirit of The Dominican Republic - Drink Spirits (blog)
- Silver City win 3 Beer Cup medals - Kitsap Sun
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- State Budget Impacting Wine Education
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- YELLOWEEN 2010
- Protect Our Profits
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Wine Review
Gregory Graham 2006 Crimson Hill Vineyard Grenache
An attractive red indeed! The nose delivers a bouquet of fragrant berries, subtle herb and vanilla. The palate is dry; light bodied, well balanced, and is moderately tannic. Terrific flavors of raspberry, black pepper and licorice guarantee a wonderfully long finish. Drink now or hold for additional bottle aging.
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Louis Pierre et fils Les Enseigneres 2007 (A.O.C. Puligny Montrachet)
This is a beautiful, white, vin de Bourgogne. The nose of this Chardonnay presents a bouquet of citrus and herbs. The palate is dry; medium bodied, well balanced, and delivers pleasant finish. Flavors of lemon, herbs and minerality are to be expected. Drink now or hold for additional bottle aging.
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Grgich Hills Estates 2007 (Napa Valley) Chardonnay
A bouquet of tropical citrus and lemon greets your nose. The palate is dry; medium bodied, and features a fresh, delicious acidity, as this Chardonnay does not undergo malolactic fermentation. Flavors of lemon and tropical fruit entice your palate and deliver a wonderfully, long finish. Drink now or hold for additional bottle aging.
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Grgich Hills Estates 2006 (Napa Valley) Cabernet Sauvignon
Aromas of black currant, cocoa and herbs comprise the nose of this attractive red. The palate is dry, medium bodied, and well balanced. The grapes used in this Cab are biodynamically grown and feature a blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot, 3% Merlot, and 1% Cabernet Franc. Flavors of black cherry, licorice and herbs satisfy your palate and deliver a long finish. Drink now or hold for additional bottle aging.
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D. H. Lescombes 2008 Syrah (New Mexico)
The nose of this aromatic, Southwest red offers up a bouquet of cherry and tobacco notes. The palate is dry, slightly hot with moderate tannins in delivering a long, savory finish. The wine is still young and tight, with plenty of structure to provide for terrific bottle aging. Flavors of cassis, spice herbs and umami create a very attractive flavor profile. Decant for an hour before drinking or hold for additional bottle aging.
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D. H. Lescombes 2008 Cabernet Franc Limited Release (New Mexico)
Wine from New Mexico? Move over Gruet, D.H. Lescombes is hot on your heels! Enticing aromas of cassis, vanilla and herbs make up the nose of this beautiful red. Dry, fruit forward, flavors of black cherry, licorice and spice are to be anticipated. Balanced structure and elegant tannins assist in creating a memorable finish. The D.H. Lescombes Cabernet Franc won the Best of Class in the 2009 San Francisco Wine Competition.
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D. H. Lescombes 2007 Mourvedre Limited Release (New Mexico)
D.H. Lescombes does it again, creating another phenomenal New Mexico red wine. A fragrant bouquet of black cherry, plum, spice and vanilla comprise this wine’s nose. Dry, unctuous, flavors of black cherry, umami, and licorice make up the palate. Elegant tannins and incredible balance create a very long finish. The D.H. Lescombes Mourvedre won a Gold Medal in the 2009 San Francisco Wine Competition.
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D. H. Lescombes 2005 Merlot Limited Release (New Mexico)
D.H. Lescombes is a phenomenal New Mexico winemaker! This Merlot offers a bouquet of blackberry and licorice. Dry, fruit forward, flavors of cassis, plum and umami are prominent. The palate of this particular red is still young and offers moderate tannins and a slightly higher alcohol level. Expect a long finish. Drink now or hold for more bottle aging.
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D. H. Lescombes 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Limited Release (New Mexico)
Cassis, mint and toasted oak make up the nose of this enticing Cab. The palate is dry, mature, and balanced with elegant tannins in its delivery of a long finish. Dry, fruit forward, flavors of black cherry, cocoa and licorice are ever present. Drink now.
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D. H. Lescombes 2008 Petit Verdot Limited Release (New Mexico)
The nose of this beautiful red is comprised of blackberry, licorice and herbal notes. The palate is dry, with soft tannins and it delivers an incredibly long finish. Fruit forward flavors of black cherry, umami and herbs are to be anticipated and enjoyed. Enjoy now or hold.
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Cellar Picks
| Seven Hills Syrah Walla Walla 2008 |
| The Magnificent Wine Company, The Originals Syrah, 2007 (Walla Walla WA.) $22 |
| Apex, Merlot, 2006 (Sunnyside, WA.) $35 |
| Penfolds, Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon, 2007 (Australia) $33 |
| Castello di Gabbiano, Chianti Classico Reserva DOCG, 2006 (Tuscany, Italy) $22 |
Value Picks
| Maryhill Winemaker's Red |
| StoneCap Syrah 2009 |
| Murphy Goode Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 |
| Cupcake Vineyards, Pinot Noir, 2008 (Central Coast, CA.) $14 |
| Robert Mondavi Private Selection, Sauvignon Blanc, 2009 (CA.) $11 |
