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Cadaretta Sauvigon Blanc / Semillon 2013

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Cadaretta
Varietal: Sauvigon Blanc
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: Washington
Appellation: Columbia Valley
Retail Price: $23.99

Tasting Notes: Bordeaux-style white blends are becoming the in-thing in Washington State, and Cadaretta could be considered part of the reason. Fresh citrus and a hint of grassiness leap from the glass and onto your palate. The perfect amount of acidity keeps the finish crisp and clean enough to make you yearn for more.
Cadaretta Sauvigon Blanc / Semillon 2013

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Bridgman Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

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Bridgman
Varietal: Cabernet
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: Washington
Appellation: Yakima Valley
Retail Price: $16

Tasting Notes: Exciting aromas of red currants and spice give hints to the flavors of blackberry, cinnamon, and oak on the palate; pleasant, crisp and smooth.
Bridgman Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

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McPherson Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

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McPherson Cellars
Varietal: Cabernet
Vintage: 2012
Country of Origin: Texas
Retail Price: $16

Tasting Notes: Nice nose of red fruits, cassis, hints of vanilla, tobacco and herbal notes. Hints of vanilla and balanced acids and tannins. Great wine from Texas.
McPherson Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

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Brennan Vineyards Red 2012

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Brennan Vineyards
Fanciful Name: Super Nero Nero d Avala
Varietal: Blend
Vintage: 2012
Country of Origin: Texas
Retail Price: $23.99

Tasting Notes: Vineyards were first planted in 2002, and reflect Dr. Brennan’s goal to produce “sophisticated wines with Texas roots.” Almost old-world in style, with muted fruit. Aged 12 months in oak. Perfect wine for a pasta dinner.
Brennan Vineyards Red 2012

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Marqués de Cáceres Dry Rosé 2013

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Marqués de Cáceres
Varietal: Sparkling
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: Spain
Appellation: Rioja
Retail Price: $9

Tasting Notes: Produced from Tempranillo, the iconic grape of the Rioja region, the wine is a bright, medium salmon-pink. The nose is comprised of fresh berries, with a slight floral aspect. Very enticing. The palate is bright and fresh, and the elegant berry flavors persist through the balanced finish.
Marqués de Cáceres Dry Rosé 2013

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Vinha da Defesa Rosé 2014

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Vinha da Defesa
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: Portugal
Appellation: Alentejo
Retail Price: $15

Tasting Notes: This blend of Syrah and Aragonês (Tempranillo) is a brilliant deep pink in the glass. The nose of red berries is echoed by the palate. The finish is lingering and balanced. A great wine, of class and refinement.
Vinha da Defesa Rosé 2014

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Muxagat Rosé 2013

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Muxagat
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: Portugal
Appellation: Douro
Retail Price: $18

Tasting Notes: This bright pink rosé of Touriga Nacional is a fine example of high-quality Douro Valley winemaking. Bright pink in the glass, the nose is dominated by fresh red berries. With some aging in older French barrels, the wine has more weight and texture than most rosés. The finish is long and dry, making the wine a great food-friendly choice.
Muxagat Rosé 2013

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Casa Ferreirinha Rosé 2014

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Casa Ferreirinha
Fanciful Name: Vinha Grande
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: Portugal
Appellation: Douro
Retail Price: $15

Tasting Notes: A wonderful example of a Portuguese rosé. Produced in the Douro Valley using one of the promary Port production varieties, Touriga Nacional, the wine is a briliant pale pink in the glass. The nose is dominated by attractive red fruit and berry notes. The palate is bright and fresh, with a long and well-balanced finish. Great with a wide range of foods.
Casa Ferreirinha Rosé 2014

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Broadbent Rosé

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Broadbent
Varietal: Rosé
Country of Origin: Portugal
Appellation: Vinho Verde
Retail Price: $12

Tasting Notes: This Rosé from Portugal’s largest wine region is truly a crowd pleaser, perfect for a summer party or a weeknight gathering. This low-alcohol wine has a light effervescence with a ripe raspberry emphasis and will satisfy both the wine novice and the connoisseur.
Broadbent Rosé

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Vistamar Malbec

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Vistamar
Fanciful Name: Sepia
Varietal: Malbec
Country of Origin: Chile
Appellation: Maipo Valley
Retail Price: $12

Tasting Notes: A lively, ripe malbec with bright flavors of black cherries and hints of espresso bean; spicy tannins and a slightly creamy texture are woven together in a pleasurable finish.
Vistamar Malbec

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Veramonte Sauvignon Blanc 2013

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Veramonte
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: Chile
Appellation: Casablanca Valley
Retail Price: $9

Tasting Notes: Crisp and lemony, medium body. Affordable complement for a plate of oysters. Easy-open screw cap.
Veramonte Sauvignon Blanc 2013

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v.v. Frontera Rosé

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v.v. Frontera
Varietal: Rosé
Country of Origin: Chile
Retail Price: $6

Tasting Notes: Always a unique blend — refreshing, soft red fruits. Great with shellfish and summer fare. Good value and a crowd pleaser.
v.v. Frontera Rosé

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