2015 Syrah Reserve
Voluptuous and dry with intense aromatic notes of herbaceous earth, black raspberry fruit leather, crisp citrus peel and fresh fir on the palate. This vintage is ideal for bold occasions and meals like prime rib or baked ham.
2016 Cabernet Franc Reserve
Bright strawberry and citrus notes play off a savory, herbal spice, making this vintage one of our most memorable. Cabernet Franc is a wonderfully versatile pairing wine that holds up nicely to tomato based dishes like pasta and pizza while easily balancing difficult herbal flavors like oregano, sage and rosemary. One of our favorite and simple pairing recipes is Sun-dried Tomato and Goat Cheese Frittata – recipe card is included with the purchase of the wine. Limited production of 200 cases. Our Cabernet Franc cellars beautifully for up to 15 years.
Pairs well with: Sun-dried tomatoes, pizza, lasagna, herbs, seafood stew
2016 Dampier Pinot Noir Reserve
Our Dampier Reserve Pinot Noir has one of our most complex aromatics and palates. It is bright but smooth, fruity but earthy, light but long lasting, elegant but approachable. Aged in neutral oak barrels for 20 months, longer than most Pinot Noirs ever see oak, the wine exudes a smooth quality you rarely see in such light bodied Pinot Noirs.
Aromas of dark black cherry and warm tobacco open into a bright, fruit-forward palate brimming with soft baking spice and currant. This black label reserve offers a delicate finish that will pair perfectly with any cuisine.
Located on Underwood Mountain, a commanding Butte in the stunning Columbia Gorge, the Dampier Vineyard has breathtaking views and fruit. Owned by Paul Huber and managed by Clark Ziegler, the site has several microclimates within the vineyard itself. The most meaningful we have discovered so far is that the 10 rows on the east side of the vineyard tilt about 8° to the east. While it sounds minor, this grants these rows almost an hour more of early morning sun than rows behind them. That means in cool years, the East Block portion of the vineyard ripens further and will have lower acidity than the rest of the vineyard. In hot years we pick it early before to ensure the fruit is at its prime. The Dampier reserve Pinot Noir is aged in neutral barrels for up to 20 months to assure the finest results.
Pairs well with: Mussels, Salmon, Pork, Goat Cheese, Pâté
GOLD MEDAL WINNER
2019 Savor NW Wine Competition
2016 Winemaker’s Cuvee
A proprietary Bordeaux red blend, this fruit-forward reserve boasts notes of plum and cranberry on the palate with aromas of caramel, chocolate covered strawberry and toasted vanilla. Slightly effervescent, this vintage finishes dry with a soft spice.
Our Winemaker's Cuvee Reserve showcases the exemplary grapes the Columbia Gorge has to offer. Savor a glass on its own or pair with a hearty meal on a special occasion. Best when shared with friends and a meal of grilled tri-tip smothered in a balsamic glaze with a side of roasted parsnips. Limited release: only 125 cases!
2016 Bangsund Pinot Noir Reserve
Our Bangsund Reserve Pinot is truly something special. From the warm weather Bangsund Vineyard in The Dalles, a climate emulating the French Left Bank style of Pinot Noirs.
Alluring aromas of dark rose, moss and chocolate covered cherry lead into a bright and smooth palate featuring hints of plum, leather and dried cranberry. A touch of minerality lends an earthy and slightly effervescent quality to this stunning vintage.
The Bangsund Reserve Pinot Noir derives its excellence from several factors. First, the vines are over 40 years old and grown by the vineyard owner John Bangsund. To say that he knows his vineyard well is a gross understatement. We often pick the regular Bangsund Pinot Noir grapes just a little before full ripe in order to guard against the huge heat waves that can hit this site during harvest. In the instance of the Reserve however, there is one portion of the Pinot Noir Vineyard that is shaded for about 2 ½ hours a day relative to the rest of the vineyard thanks to some well-placed trees. We take advantage of the lower heat in the shade by picking that little section of Pinot Noir well after the rest because we don't have to worry about ripening running away from us. This offers fair testimony to the quality of Bangsund Vineyard in The Dalles, Oregon and the unique flavors of the wines of the Columbia Gorge region.
Silver Medal Winner! 2019 SIP McMinnville Food & Wine Classic
2016 The Daughters'
A sassy Rhone inspired blend named for the winery owner's daughter and fitting to her personality!
Bold aromas of currant and ripe raspberry on the nose, followed by an enticing palate of anise, caramel and soft pepper. This superb blend finishes with a subtle spice. It's a fantastic wine for great times and great company.
This second release vintage of The Daughters' is a blend we've looked forward to making and sharing. Pair this wine with hearty meats and smoky bbq.
2016 The Last Best Wife
Aromas of late harvest blackberry, cocoa and fig precede a palate brimming with bright Oregon raspberries that are sure to leave you wanting more. Sturdy tannins round out this vino and add to its slightly dry finish.
This is the first ever vintage of The Last Best Wife, we know you'll find her as stunning as we do!
Pairs best with charcuterie selections, light pasta salads and pizza.
2015 Malbec Reserve
Malbec from the Columbia Valley has been steadily gaining attention from consumers and judges alike. Our stunning and distinct Malbec matured in the barrel for 18 months to a beautiful, bold and sensuous wine. Complex notes of toasted caramel, anise and dark raspberry are intoxicating on the nose and followed by a brooding but light tannin palate of Bing cherry, this voluptuous vino finishes on a tangy citrus rind note. One of our favorite simple-yet-delicious pairings is with Bacon Wrapped Dates stuffed with Blue Cheese and a recipe card is provided with every purchase.[show_more more="Read More” less="Show Less”] Our 2015 Malbec Reserve came fromMcKinley Springs Vineyard in the Horse Heaven Hills AVA managed by Justin McKinley.
Pairs well with: Manchego cheese, mushrooms, rare steak, bittersweet chocolate torte
2015 Bolton Vineyard Barbera Reserve
The Barbera grape is a traditionally Italian varietal known for bright fruit and a lighter, acidic finish. In the Columbia Gorge however, it is being rediscovered as big, bold and the most sensual of reds. This ripe, smooth red boasts a blueberry and plum presence on the nose and the palate. The Cathedral Ridge Barbera is a standout among Barberas and a non-stop team, judge and crowd favorite having garnered a double gold in the heart of Barbera country at the San Francisco Wine Show. We pair our Barbera with the insanely amazing Fig, Gorgonzola and Caramelized Onion Tart recipe from Jocelyn. A recipe card comes with every purchase![show_more more="Read More” less="Show Less”]The 2015 Bolton Barbera Reserve is a tremendous wine sourced from Bolton Family Vineyard on the Columbia Gorge River right by the famous Maryhill Museum. Barbera is often the last grape to come in because we want it to grow out of the infamous Barbera acidity before we pick it. That way, we don't have to tame the acidity that mars so many other Barberas. The 2015 fruit was harvested in early October and featured enormous clusters and berries with the darkest deepest purple imaginable. Barbera is considered a young wine of the year. We kept it in neutral barrels for only 14 months to keep the bright fruit flavors and delicate finish – anything longer would risk the integrity of Barbera. We are absolutely in love with this varietal and are continuing to develop our Barbera program at Bolton. Our 2015 yielded a slightly less limited run of 375 cases at a pH of 3.55 and a TA of 6.3. [show_more]
Pairs well with: Toast w/berry jam, sweet and savory tarts, gorgonzola, chutney, bacon, thumbprint cookies, goat cheese
Silver Medal Winner! 2019 Texas International Wine Competition
2015 Chardonnay Reserve
Aged in neutral oak, the Chardonnay Reserve has an extraordinarily balanced acidity with a rich fruit quality. Smooth notes of gardenia, honey suckle, and delicate macadamia nuttiness tempt the nose while the palate contains nuances of Meyer lemon custard and orange peel, and finishing with a lingering and light acidity perfect for food. Our favorite pairing with this wine is Anna’s Butternut Squash Soup, a recipe card provided with every purchase of the wine.[show_more more="Read More” less="Show Less”]Our 2015 Chardonnay Reserve comes from the McDuffee vineyard south of The Dalles. The vineyard owner, Terry McDuffee, is a veterinarian who has lavished enormous attention to the vineyard. Lonnie Wright, who also owns and operates The Pines Vineyard and Winery, manages McDuffee along with several others of the vineyards we source from. It has long been known as an exceptional site and we have enjoyed this fruit for over 13 years. As with all of our Chardonnays, it was fermented in the barrel with the lees stirred throughout the first six months. We have a medieval approach to our wine and our Chardonnays in particular. The age-ability of this vineyard shows extremely well in the Chardonnay Reserve. [/show_more]
Pairs well with: Brie, seafood, nuts, Caesar, bisque, sautéed vegetables, honey glazed desserts, custards, flan, crème brulee
BRONZE MEDAL WINNER
2019 Savor NW Wine Competition