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Specialty Wine Club: July 2024
About Time & Direction: Straight from them to you!
Any journey in life. All you need is some Time and a Direction.
– STEVE WELLS
“Time & Direction is all about letting mother nature doing her thing. Minimal intervention winemaking is what you could call it. I make wines that showcase the vintage in which they were made & also try to give you a sense of the place where they were grown.”
Specialty Wine Club: June 2024
2021 Lismore Estate Reserve Syrah: $80.00
The 2021 Lismore Estate Reserve Syrah is a fine wine produced by Lismore Estate Vineyards in the Cape South Coast region of South Africa. Bursting with bright red florals and crushed red berry notes, this syrah is fresh, elegant, and focused. It boasts a medium-bodied profile, revealing fine-grained tannins and bright, crunchy red fruit flavors. On the palate, it exudes elegance and grace. Tasting notes include white pepper, classic garrigue, and perfumed floral hints of crushed violets. Structured yet light, this wine is a crystal-clear expression of the extremely cool climate. Pair it with dishes like roasted lamb or mushroom risotto for a delightful culinary experience!
Continue readingSpecialty Club–May 2024
2020 Cadence Bel Canto
The 2020 Cadence Bel Canto, a symphony of flavors from Washington’s Red Mountain, is a wine that sings to the senses. With a blend of 73% Cabernet Franc and 27% Merlot, this full-bodied red strikes a harmonious chord of deeply floral notes, intertwined with herbs and huckleberries. On the palate, it dances with the vibrant tones of blueberries and dried herbs, while an underlying savory iron component adds depth and backbone. This wine pairs exquisitely with robust dishes; imagine it alongside a succulent roast lamb or a hearty beef bourguignon, where its bold flavors can truly resonate. The 2020 Cadence Bel Canto is not just a wine, it’s an experience, one that gracefully enhances any meal and any moment.
Continue readingSpecialty Club – April 2024
2020 Yves Cuilleron, Condrieu, Lieu-dit Verlieu, $68
Background: Condrieu (along with Château-Grillet) is the most famous white wine appellation in France’s northern Rhône. Continue reading
Specialty Club – March 2024
2021 Bedrock Wine Company, Evangelho Heritage, $45
Background: Bedrock Wine Company was founded by Morgan Twain-Peterson, son of Ravenswood founder, Joel Peterson. Continue reading
Specialty Club – February 2024
2017 Le Relais de Durfort-Vivens, Margaux, “Les Vignes Marie,” $49.75
Background: Château Durfort-Vivens was classified as a Second Growth estate in the original 1855 classification in Bordeaux. Continue reading
Specialty Club – January 2024
2019 Melville Winery, Santa Rita Hills Syrah, $52
Background: Founded by Ron Melville, who grew grapes in Sonoma County’s Knight’s Valley for years before he relocated to the Santa Rita Hills, in the western Santa Ynez Valley of Santa Barbara County, to focus on cool-climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah. Continue reading
Specialty Club – December 2023
2019 Albert Morot, Beaune Teurons, Premier Cru, $67
Background: Albert Morot, based in Beaune, in central Burgundy, dates back to the early 19th century when it was established as a négociant business. Continue reading
Specialty Club – November 2023
2022 Comte de Lauze, Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc, $49.75
Background: Comte de Lauze is a small estate located in the heart of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Continue reading
West Seattle Wine Cellars & Tasting Room 