Domaine Agrapart & Fils, NV Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs, Grand Cru Terroirs
In 1894 Arthur Agrapart began growing and producing Champagne in his home town of Avize. Continue reading
Author Archives: West Seattle Wine Cellars
Washington Wine Club – September 2012
2010 Maison Bleue, Gravière
For the second year in a row, we are happy to get enough of this wine to put in the club. Continue reading
Collector’s Club – September 2012
2010 Descendents de José Palacios, Pétalos Bierzo — What is it about Mencia? Continue reading
Oregon Wine Club – August 2012
2009 Beaux Frères, Willamette Valley Pinot Noir
Ever since we put Beaux Frères’ 2007 Willamette Valley Pinot in the club, back in August 2009, we’ve referred to the winery, the location, or the winemaker from time to time in subsequent write-ups, sometimes as a point of reference, but mostly as a benchmark of utmost quality in both terroir, and in winemaking. Continue reading
Specialty Club – August 2012
2010 Domaine Huet, Vouvray Clos du Bourg Sec
It has been many years since we’ve found a Chenin Blanc from Vouvray worthy of inclusion in this club, and it’s no surprise that we would select a wine from the legendary producer Domaine Huet, who has finally returned to this market after a long absence. Continue reading
Grower Champagne Club – August 2012
Moutard Père et Fils, Cuvée 6 Cépages, 2004
The Moutard family has a long history in Champagne’s southern Côte des Bar region, dating back to the mid 17th century. Continue reading
Washington Wine Club – August 2012
2007 Côte Bonneville, DuBrul Vineyard Carriage House
Regular Washington Club members are undoubtedly familiar with this wine, as we have put both the 2005 and 2006 vintages in this club. Continue reading
Collector’s Club – August 2012
2011 Syncline, Grüner Veltliner — It seems like every week, someone shows us a wine from yet another grape that we had no idea was even grown in Washington. Continue reading
Oregon Wine Club – July 2012
2009 Colene Clemens, Reserve Pinot Noir
The owners of Colene Clemens Vineyards and Winery, Joe and Vicki Stark, found the perfect site for their winery on an abandoned farmstead and orchard that had lain fallow for many years. Continue reading
Specialty Club – July 2012
2009 Domaine Ostertag, Muenchberg Grand Cru Pinot Gris
When we had lunch last year with Andre Ostertag, it was hard to believe that he is considered revolutionary and even controversial in his native Alsace. Continue reading
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