Washington
Avennia 2016 Arnaut Boushey Vineyard Syrah 750 mL
Dark blackberry and blueberry open with grilled meat, crushed olive, black licorice, camphor and pen ink. Full-bodied and deeply concentrated, the palate remains balanced by bright acidity and sweet, fine tannins. Cracked black pepper, pan drippings, orange essence and hand-rubbed sage add savoury complexity. The finish is exceptionally long and nuanced, lingering on saline mineral notes, spice and dark fruit.
Three Magnets Old Skook English Barleywine 473 mL
Caramel and vanilla lead into a concentrated palate of fig, plum and raisin, supported by toast, biscuit and a light sherry-like depth. The texture is smooth and full without losing definition, while a modest hop bitterness keeps the rich malt and dark-fruit sweetness in check. Toffee and a gentle warming note linger through the finish. Serve cool in a small glass with blue cheese, roast beef, fruitcake or pecan tart.
Three Magnets More Reverb American IPA 473 mL
A mellow, balanced American IPA with grassy and pine-led hops over a lightly biscuity malt base. The palate is fresh and measured rather than aggressively aromatic, with soft carbonation, a subtle mineral edge and restrained bitterness carrying the finish. Its deeper golden-rust colour hints at a little more malt presence than a very pale IPA. Serve cool with grilled chicken, fish tacos, sharp cheddar or herb-forward dishes.
Dry Fly Washington Wheat Whiskey
Oak and apple rise first, with a light citrus note keeping the aroma fresh. The palate moves through toasted wheat, toffee and butterscotch, then picks up cinnamon, honey and a peppery edge. The texture is rounded but not soft, preserving grain character through the centre. The finish is lively and warming, leaving buttered toast, spice and a clean trace of oak.
Meyer Family 2024 Chardonnay Columbia River Plateau
Ripe orchard fruit and melon shape a soft, rounded palate with a gentle suggestion of sweetness. Stainless-steel fermentation preserves freshness, while neutral oak adds quiet texture without obvious wood flavour. Fuller and more relaxed than a taut cool-climate style, it finishes smooth and ready to enjoy with roast chicken, salmon or creamy vegetable dishes.
Tirriddis NV House Gris
Sweet lemon and peach skin open into ripe stone fruit, pear and tropical melon rind. Light-bodied and delicate, the palate carries tightly packed bubbles and bright acidity, with a lightly off-dry texture bringing shape without blunting the freshness. The finish is crisp and drawn out, leaving citrus, peach and a subtle mineral note behind.
Tirriddis NV House Rosé Brut
Brilliant pink with a lively stream of fine bubbles. Crunchy red berries and ripe strawberry lead, followed by a gentle shortcake note from lees ageing. The palate is light but expressive, balancing juicy fruit with bright acidity and a clean mineral edge. Fresh and dry through the finish, it remains poised, vivid and easy to return to.
Quilceda Creek 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon
Blackberry, blueberry and black cherry form a generous dark-fruited core, layered with crème de cassis, spring flowers, cocoa, roasted herbs and a mineral note. Full-bodied and concentrated, the palate is seamless, with juicy, finely integrated tannins and impressive purity. The long finish brings graphite, tobacco and subtle baking spice. Serve with prime rib or braised beef.
Quilceda Creek 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon
Crème de cassis, blackberry and black plum unfold with violet, anise, leather, dark chocolate and black truffle. The palate is luxurious yet precise, layering concentrated fruit over silky tannins and fresh, balanced acidity. Graphite, dried herbs and mineral detail keep the long finish composed. Decant for roast beef, venison or richly seasoned lamb.
Boudreaux Cellars 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Washington
Dark, concentrated and dense, with a slightly reserved nose that opens toward blackberry liqueur and savoury herbs. The palate is full-bodied and lush, carrying substantial fruit through a compact, structured frame. Its weight is balanced by herbal lift, leaving a focused, warming finish with lingering dark-fruit depth.
Hedges Family Estate 2022 Red Mountain
Black raspberry and fig lead, layered with cocoa, rosemary, baking spice, toffee and vanilla. Full and lush on the palate, the wine combines generous fruit with a firm, grippy structure and bright acidity. The finish is savoury and composed, with mineral tension keeping the richness in balance. Serve with grilled lamb, braised beef, mushrooms or aged cheddar.
Long Shadows Vintners 2007 Saggi Sangiovese Cabernet Blend Columbia Valley
Plum, dried flowers and black cherry lead with cedar, licorice, pepper and Asian spice. Lush and broad on the palate, the red blend combines supple texture with lively inner energy, layering cassis, red fruit and floral detail over fine-grained tannins. Savoury depth and measured oak carry the concentrated fruit into a long, polished finish.
Hedges Family Estate 2008 Red Mountain Blend Washington
Black cherry, blackberry, cassis and plum jam form a dark, concentrated core. Toast, smoke, cola, root beer and liquorice bring layered oak complexity, with cinnamon, clove and a savoury hint of smoked meat underneath. Full-bodied and firmly structured, the red blend finishes long and lightly earthy, with bright acidity keeping the richness composed.