Doyard, NV Cuvée Vendémiaire
The history of viticulture at Champagne Doyard dates back to 1677. Continue reading
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Collector’s Club – October 2012
2005 Torre de Oña, Barón de Oña, Rioja Reserva — Traditionally, Rioja wines are made by large cooperatives that buy fruit from some of the nearly 20,000 local growers. Continue reading
Oregon Wine Club – September 2012
2010 Eyrie Vineyards, Oregon Pinot Noir
Most people have heard of the Judgment of Paris in 1976, when California wines beat out their French counterparts and won begrudging credibility for U.S. viticulture. Continue reading
Specialty Club – September 2012
2009 Justin, Isosceles
Longtime club members might remember that Justin was Bear’s favorite California Central Coast winery, and some of you may still have in your cellar the wonderful 2001-2003 vintages of the Isosceles that he put in this club, or the beautiful 2007 we put in two years ago. Continue reading
Grower Champagne Club – September 2012
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
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
West Seattle Wine Cellars 