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THE CELLAR DOOR'S 'HAPPY PLACE' WINESHEET
9 wines including 2024 Walter Scott
Barolo & Beaujolais Specials
Values from Long Shadows & Languedoc
Barolo & Beaujolais Specials
Values from Long Shadows & Languedoc
2023 ZERBINA SANGIOVESE
ROMAGNA 'POGGIO VICCHIO'
$23.99 BTL./$143.94 - SIX PACK
ROMAGNA 'POGGIO VICCHIO'
$23.99 BTL./$143.94 - SIX PACK
92 Points – Wine Enthusiast Magazine…As usual Cristina Geminiani delivers another award-winning wine from her Romagna vineyards.
From a single plot within her fine Marzeno site, expressive tangy berry, red flowers, fennel and sage qualities take center stage. Suede-like structure, terrific complexity and vibrancy throughout with moxie, depth and persistence, this pure Sangiovese excels and is establishing itself as very prominent in Zerbina’s superb range. Drink with classic Italian dishes based around grilled pork or beef, but it is most valiant with penne in a Bolognese sauce or lasagna.
From a single plot within her fine Marzeno site, expressive tangy berry, red flowers, fennel and sage qualities take center stage. Suede-like structure, terrific complexity and vibrancy throughout with moxie, depth and persistence, this pure Sangiovese excels and is establishing itself as very prominent in Zerbina’s superb range. Drink with classic Italian dishes based around grilled pork or beef, but it is most valiant with penne in a Bolognese sauce or lasagna.
2023 CHATEAU THIVIN
COTE-DE-BROUILLY
[reg. $34.99]
SPECIAL - $23.99 BTL./$287.88 CASE
COTE-DE-BROUILLY
[reg. $34.99]
SPECIAL - $23.99 BTL./$287.88 CASE
On a deep special, this is a can’t miss Cru Beaujolais. Chateau Thivin is one of the heroes and inspirational producers in the region and younger, upstart producers often namecheck their wines as a reference point.
Thivin’s Cote-de-Brouilly is from vines on Mont-Brouilly’s prized blue volcanic rock which brings pronounced minerality. Thought-provoking nuances of generous strawberry, wet chalkboard, undertones of black cherry and plum, this Gamay shoves off immediately. Spreads out on the palate and persists with peppercorn and a backdrop of succulence. Drink over the next decade. A magnet to steak au poivre or chicken with stronger mushrooms.
Thivin’s Cote-de-Brouilly is from vines on Mont-Brouilly’s prized blue volcanic rock which brings pronounced minerality. Thought-provoking nuances of generous strawberry, wet chalkboard, undertones of black cherry and plum, this Gamay shoves off immediately. Spreads out on the palate and persists with peppercorn and a backdrop of succulence. Drink over the next decade. A magnet to steak au poivre or chicken with stronger mushrooms.
2024 CHAMPALOU VOUVRAY SEC
$23.99 BTL./$287.88 CASE
$23.99 BTL./$287.88 CASE
In the eyes of wine geeks and wine lovers throughout the world, many state that some of France's greatest white wines and values come Vouvray in the Loire Valley. Long time Vouvrillons Didier and Catherine Champalou and daughter Celine are amongst the benchmarks of the region and remains a bargain.
The fully dry, chiseled 2024 Sec is stylish and precise with aromas of chalkboard, lemon-lime, red apple and an array of mineral. In the mouth, it enters with relaxed flavors carrying to a knife-edged, mouth-watering finish that gushes like a cold mountain stream. Drink this now over the next decade. If you have not experienced a fine Vouvray with Northwest salmon, it is about time that you should.
The fully dry, chiseled 2024 Sec is stylish and precise with aromas of chalkboard, lemon-lime, red apple and an array of mineral. In the mouth, it enters with relaxed flavors carrying to a knife-edged, mouth-watering finish that gushes like a cold mountain stream. Drink this now over the next decade. If you have not experienced a fine Vouvray with Northwest salmon, it is about time that you should.
2022 UWE SCHIEFER
BLAUFRANKISCH
$26.99 BTL./$323.88 CASE
BLAUFRANKISCH
$26.99 BTL./$323.88 CASE
For wine-geography buffs, Austria’s Sud Burgenland region is a mere soccer kick from the Hungarian border. More red than white is produced and the wines are very individual. Uwe Schiefer is one of the best producers in Austria and a genius with the Blaufrankisch grape.
Scrumptious and crunchy, it is dark garnet, almost black at the core and layered with spicy white and black pepper scents over red fruit aromas. Medium body with juicy red plums and cherry pit backing up the succulent, mineral-soaked finish. A deep cut of a wine to pair with a steaming bowl of pasta with a sugo of beef, lamb and pork, grilled sausage, even swordfish.
Scrumptious and crunchy, it is dark garnet, almost black at the core and layered with spicy white and black pepper scents over red fruit aromas. Medium body with juicy red plums and cherry pit backing up the succulent, mineral-soaked finish. A deep cut of a wine to pair with a steaming bowl of pasta with a sugo of beef, lamb and pork, grilled sausage, even swordfish.
2023 LONG SHADOWS
NINE HATS COLUMBIA RED
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
NINE HATS COLUMBIA RED
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
A scrumptious Long Shadows experience for a righteous price. Nine Hats is a series of wines that is a collaboration of the nine winemakers who are behind the various wines under the famed Walla Walla-based Long Shadows banner. These include Randy Dunn (Feather), John Duval (Sequel) and more.
54% Cabernet Sauvignon 34% Merlot 12% Cabernet Franc. Chewy, and substantial, flowing aromas of chocolate-covered espresso bean, plum, black cherry and nutmeg. In the mouth it is sumptuous, palate-staining and assertive with Indian spices on the lingering finish. Enjoy over the next 4-5 years.
54% Cabernet Sauvignon 34% Merlot 12% Cabernet Franc. Chewy, and substantial, flowing aromas of chocolate-covered espresso bean, plum, black cherry and nutmeg. In the mouth it is sumptuous, palate-staining and assertive with Indian spices on the lingering finish. Enjoy over the next 4-5 years.
2022 BLACK SLATE
PRIORAT 'GRATALLOPS'
$26.99 BTL./$323.88 CASE
PRIORAT 'GRATALLOPS'
$26.99 BTL./$323.88 CASE
Black Slate’s Priorat wines are affordable gems in a Spanish region known more for luxury wines. Produced by Celler Cecilio from specifically from the high-elevation village of Gratallops (a.k.a.Garnacha-Land on the Moon) this is a deep, haunting red from black slate soils.
Predominantly Grenache with dollops of Carignan and Syrah. Graceful, large-framed unveiling bounteous blackberry, lavender and cinnamon tones follow to a voluptuous, peppery mouthfeel. Natural acidity allows it to not be cloying, finishing in a pleasant manner well after the wine is swallowed. Enjoyable now and will develop well through 2030.
Predominantly Grenache with dollops of Carignan and Syrah. Graceful, large-framed unveiling bounteous blackberry, lavender and cinnamon tones follow to a voluptuous, peppery mouthfeel. Natural acidity allows it to not be cloying, finishing in a pleasant manner well after the wine is swallowed. Enjoyable now and will develop well through 2030.
2024 LA ROUSSE MALBEC
PAYS D'OC ROUGE
$13.99 BTL./$167.88 CASE
PAYS D'OC ROUGE
$13.99 BTL./$167.88 CASE
Nowadays Malbec is often associated with Argentina but Malbec’s status in France remains deep-rooted in Cahors, Bordeaux, Loire and new plantings like these in Languedoc.
Unoaked, La Rousse Malbec expresses stony terroir character, inky violet color, and spicy fruit aromas. Showing varietal character with southern French soul, full of blackberry, cassis, coffee and rosemary notes make this everyday version ideal with marinated flank steak, burgers, barbeque, even pizza.
Unoaked, La Rousse Malbec expresses stony terroir character, inky violet color, and spicy fruit aromas. Showing varietal character with southern French soul, full of blackberry, cassis, coffee and rosemary notes make this everyday version ideal with marinated flank steak, burgers, barbeque, even pizza.
2024 WALTER SCOTT CHARDONNAY
KOOSAH VINEYARD
$69.99 BTL./$419.94 - SIX PK
KOOSAH VINEYARD
$69.99 BTL./$419.94 - SIX PK
Walter Scott’s Ken Pahlow and Erica Landon are committed to excellence and are pinnacles of Oregon Chardonnay.
Swear words cannot emphasize the magnitude of this wine. Eola Hills Koosah is a potential Grand Cru vineyard site and when I tasted it, I damn near thought I was drinking an Oregon Puligny-Montrachet!
Profound, penetrating, obsessive athletic and energetic aromas. Lemon-oil, stone fruit, integrated vanilla, cerebral, virtuoso, dimension. Brilliantly streamlined, it launches upon entry then reveals its youth and tightly wound aspects. Moves into an Energizer Bunny finish that just keeps going and going and going…you get the picture!
Oregon’s 2024 vintage is immaculate and the lineup of Walter Scott is awe-inspiring. Get yours soon because once reviews come out, they will disappear quickly. Other WS wines available…inquire. More will appear on our lists in coming weeks.
Profound, penetrating, obsessive athletic and energetic aromas. Lemon-oil, stone fruit, integrated vanilla, cerebral, virtuoso, dimension. Brilliantly streamlined, it launches upon entry then reveals its youth and tightly wound aspects. Moves into an Energizer Bunny finish that just keeps going and going and going…you get the picture!
Oregon’s 2024 vintage is immaculate and the lineup of Walter Scott is awe-inspiring. Get yours soon because once reviews come out, they will disappear quickly. Other WS wines available…inquire. More will appear on our lists in coming weeks.
2021 LUIGI BAUDANA BAROLO
'COMUNE DI SERRALUNGA'
[reg. $67.00]
SPECIAL - $46.99 BTL./$281.94 - 6 PK
'COMUNE DI SERRALUNGA'
[reg. $67.00]
SPECIAL - $46.99 BTL./$281.94 - 6 PK
Baudana is a small, historical Barolo estate located in the commune of Serralunga D'Alba. In 2009, famed family-operated Barolo-based estate Vajra purchased the estate with great enthusiasm, and we have quickly seen results go from very good to very profound.
Blended from three single Cru in Serralunga, this Barolo has no shortage of grip and spine. Traditionally styled and combined with the grand scale of 2021, this is prototypical Serralunga power terroir. Deep cherry, black licorice, pronounced ironstone and sandalwood unfolds, slowly building in the glass. Broad and penetrating, this mouth-coating Barolo has ample force and depth. More backbone shows up on the packed, young but profound finish. Hold until 2028 and drink through 2037+. A real heist of a prime Barolo under fifty bucks.
Blended from three single Cru in Serralunga, this Barolo has no shortage of grip and spine. Traditionally styled and combined with the grand scale of 2021, this is prototypical Serralunga power terroir. Deep cherry, black licorice, pronounced ironstone and sandalwood unfolds, slowly building in the glass. Broad and penetrating, this mouth-coating Barolo has ample force and depth. More backbone shows up on the packed, young but profound finish. Hold until 2028 and drink through 2037+. A real heist of a prime Barolo under fifty bucks.
THE CELLAR DOOR'S 'SLAINTE MHATH' WINESHEET
8 wines including award-winning Walla Walla Syrah
French Chardonnay, Merlot & Rose
BubblySpecial, Cabernet for 9
French Chardonnay, Merlot & Rose
BubblySpecial, Cabernet for 9
2024 MAURICE LAPALUS
MACON-PIERRECLOS
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
MACON-PIERRECLOS
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
Gimme a piece of Maurice! Maurice is Christophe Lapalus’s grandfather who founded this Macon estate that is quite eye-opening from the single village of Pierreclos. We rarely see wines from this village retailing for twenty so if you love French Chardonnay from Southern Burgundy, take advantage.
Fully unoaked and very precise, this wine screams of France! Clean, direct and incredibly vibrant with mesmerizing notes of tangerine, lemon and flawless minerality. The palate is nervy, pure, and thrusting with stoniness that follows from the aromas. Steadied with lively fruit and detail, this versatile non-oaked wine will give wine drinkers insight into this chameleon of a varietal. A terrific selection for roasted poultry, mushroom or simply prepared fish dishes and an impressive one to sip on its own.
Fully unoaked and very precise, this wine screams of France! Clean, direct and incredibly vibrant with mesmerizing notes of tangerine, lemon and flawless minerality. The palate is nervy, pure, and thrusting with stoniness that follows from the aromas. Steadied with lively fruit and detail, this versatile non-oaked wine will give wine drinkers insight into this chameleon of a varietal. A terrific selection for roasted poultry, mushroom or simply prepared fish dishes and an impressive one to sip on its own.
2021 CHATEAU L'ALOUETTE
LALANDE DE POMEROL
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
LALANDE DE POMEROL
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
Owned and operated by Jean-Claude Giraud, formerly of Chateau Nenin in Pomerol, this stalwart Chateau in the Lalande de Pomerol region lies just north of the hallowed ground of Pomerol and is a major-league value.
Situated in the alluvial, sandy soils of the Lalande side, this allows the Merlot grapes to gain fragrant nuances associated with this sector. A true to form Right Bank Bordeaux that serves up sustained scents of blueberry, soft cedar-box and tobacco scents. A supple texture and lengthy finish with discreet vanilla-roasted coffee notes. An outstanding combo with duck or a pan-seared rib-eye with shallots. Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Situated in the alluvial, sandy soils of the Lalande side, this allows the Merlot grapes to gain fragrant nuances associated with this sector. A true to form Right Bank Bordeaux that serves up sustained scents of blueberry, soft cedar-box and tobacco scents. A supple texture and lengthy finish with discreet vanilla-roasted coffee notes. An outstanding combo with duck or a pan-seared rib-eye with shallots. Drink over the next 5-6 years.
2020 COPPO ALTA LANGA BRUT
[reg. $44.99]
SPECIAL - $26.99 BTL./$161.94 - 6 PK
[reg. $44.99]
SPECIAL - $26.99 BTL./$161.94 - 6 PK
The Alta Langa DOC region in Piedmont was created for sparkling wine in 2002 and elevated to DOCG status in 2011. The Champagne method is compulsory, 30 months minimum and Pinot Noir and/or Chardonnay, blended or mono-varietal required for the grape selection. Coppo has undergone chaotic changes in business which caused our local importer to part ways, so we have a winning closeout price until it is gone.
Made by Luigi Coppo before the changes occurred. 100% Pinot Noir, this magnificent bubbly is our finest non-Champagne sparkling wine that we have featured recently. Thirty-months on the lees. Attractive aromas reveal classy personality and demeanor. Excellent ‘pearly’ perfume. Wheat pastry, yellow apple, very flattering and arms-open with its abundance and friendliness. Ample verve, prominent length and sophistication, one really sees the mindfulness and quality. If you love Champagne but not the price, this is a more than admirable choice.
Made by Luigi Coppo before the changes occurred. 100% Pinot Noir, this magnificent bubbly is our finest non-Champagne sparkling wine that we have featured recently. Thirty-months on the lees. Attractive aromas reveal classy personality and demeanor. Excellent ‘pearly’ perfume. Wheat pastry, yellow apple, very flattering and arms-open with its abundance and friendliness. Ample verve, prominent length and sophistication, one really sees the mindfulness and quality. If you love Champagne but not the price, this is a more than admirable choice.
2017 THREE WINE CO. CARIGNAN
BIGELOW VINEYARD
$26.99 BTL./$323.88 CASE
BIGELOW VINEYARD
$26.99 BTL./$323.88 CASE
Three Wine Company is the venture of famed Sonoma wine vet Matt Cline, former winemaker at Cline Cellars. About twenty years ago I had the chance to judge at the Dallas Morning News wine competition. Master of Wine Doug Frost (see last wine on the list) showed me the combination of Cline’s Carignane with Texas barbecue and I was instantly hooked.
From the Bigelow Vineyard’s 125-year-old vines in Contra Costa County. Aromatic strawberry, tea-smoke and thyme characteristics present the influence of the Delhi sand and loam on the nose. The palate is unrestrained, powerful and palate staining. Dry, red-tinged and full of smoked earth on the saturated, blue-collar finish. Go out and find some spicy, barbecued ribs or brisket. NOW!!! Drink over the next 5-7 years.
From the Bigelow Vineyard’s 125-year-old vines in Contra Costa County. Aromatic strawberry, tea-smoke and thyme characteristics present the influence of the Delhi sand and loam on the nose. The palate is unrestrained, powerful and palate staining. Dry, red-tinged and full of smoked earth on the saturated, blue-collar finish. Go out and find some spicy, barbecued ribs or brisket. NOW!!! Drink over the next 5-7 years.
2024 OLGA RAFFAULT
CHINON ROSE
$21.99 BTL./$263.88 CASE
CHINON ROSE
$21.99 BTL./$263.88 CASE
Back in the day I would have no problem getting stoned and watching a Pink Panther marathon on the Cartoon Network. Times change, people mature (somewhat) and nowadays I still enjoy cartoons but instead of hippie cabbage, I like a good glass of Rose. Funny business aside, Olga Raffault Rose from Chinon is seriously delicious and often arrives in winter.
Rose from Cabernet Franc, Chinon’s limestone, this gastronomic pink wine brims with raspberry and hawthorn aromas with underlying minerality and fine herbs. Vinous, measured and pleasing, emphatic complexity streams to the radiant finish that persists for minutes. Marries with a variety of cuisines, try with grilled tuna or swordfish or fresh Dungeness crab.
Rose from Cabernet Franc, Chinon’s limestone, this gastronomic pink wine brims with raspberry and hawthorn aromas with underlying minerality and fine herbs. Vinous, measured and pleasing, emphatic complexity streams to the radiant finish that persists for minutes. Marries with a variety of cuisines, try with grilled tuna or swordfish or fresh Dungeness crab.
2020 GRACCIANO DELLE SETA
VINO NOBILE DI MONTEPULCIANO
$23.99 BTL./$287.88 CASE
VINO NOBILE DI MONTEPULCIANO
$23.99 BTL./$287.88 CASE
Gracciano delle Seta is one of the oldest and finest producers in the Tuscan village of Montepulciano.
Elevated primarily in larger barrels, this classic and sensuous Tuscan red captivates with violet, wild cherry, raspberry, sage and mineral. At age five, elegance and balance appear with depth of flavor, alluring spice and energy beautifully frame the well-placed fruit. The overall quality from the entry pleasantly echoes on the finish with lingering tanginess. An outstanding Tuscan Sangiovese! Pair with roasted pork shoulder or a meat ragu with thick cut pappardelle pasta. Enjoy it over the next 5-6 years.
Elevated primarily in larger barrels, this classic and sensuous Tuscan red captivates with violet, wild cherry, raspberry, sage and mineral. At age five, elegance and balance appear with depth of flavor, alluring spice and energy beautifully frame the well-placed fruit. The overall quality from the entry pleasantly echoes on the finish with lingering tanginess. An outstanding Tuscan Sangiovese! Pair with roasted pork shoulder or a meat ragu with thick cut pappardelle pasta. Enjoy it over the next 5-6 years.
2024 GALACTICA
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
$8.99 BTL./$107.88 CASE
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
$8.99 BTL./$107.88 CASE
Ten-minute karma occurred last week at The Cellar Door. Immediately after I talked merde on Chilean wines, I tasted this Cabernet minutes after putting my poison pen to use, thus crow was on the lunch buffet. Chilean wine at this price is almost always industrial waste, but when one is tasty like this, we give it praise.
Whimsical Cab for nine-bucks. Cassis, black currant, dusty earth, and cocoa powder. Soft tannins, bright fruit and a no-nonsense, pure finish make this cab a perfect pairing with pot roast, cheeseburgers, pulled pork or a savory veggie stir-fry. Drink it by the bottle, liter or gallon.
Whimsical Cab for nine-bucks. Cassis, black currant, dusty earth, and cocoa powder. Soft tannins, bright fruit and a no-nonsense, pure finish make this cab a perfect pairing with pot roast, cheeseburgers, pulled pork or a savory veggie stir-fry. Drink it by the bottle, liter or gallon.
2021 ECHOLANDS SYRAH
WALLA WALLA 'LES COLLINES'
$39.99 BTL./$479.88 CASE
WALLA WALLA 'LES COLLINES'
$39.99 BTL./$479.88 CASE
94 Points - Wine Enthusiast Magazine...Created in 2018, Echolands has become a go-to Walla Walla producer. A partnership of Master of Wine/Master Sommelier Doug Frost and Brad Bergman, this estate could be referred to as the middle finger of Walla Walla insisting on balanced wines that defy overproduced versions of the region.
The 2021 Syrah is from the famed Les Collines Vineyard, a Walla Walla Valley benchmark for top Syrah. Classic aromas of white pepper, red currant, red berries, smoked meat, roses and a hint of the stone-laden earth that is to come. In the mouth, this provocative and poised wine hits you with dazzling scents of cherry, black currant, and pepper flavors. Outstanding extension and excellent structure, it will be at its best from 2027-2040.
The 2021 Syrah is from the famed Les Collines Vineyard, a Walla Walla Valley benchmark for top Syrah. Classic aromas of white pepper, red currant, red berries, smoked meat, roses and a hint of the stone-laden earth that is to come. In the mouth, this provocative and poised wine hits you with dazzling scents of cherry, black currant, and pepper flavors. Outstanding extension and excellent structure, it will be at its best from 2027-2040.
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