Olsen Estates
Prosser, Washington
509.786.7007
http://www.olsenestates.com/
We dropped in to confirm the BBQ schedule for Saturday was still on. Having tasted most of the wines before, we rated the new wines.
2007 Pinot Gris *** flavors of melon, Refreshing
2008 Rose** taste of strawberry’s
2008 Blank des Coteaux***
2007 Riesling*** flavors of stone fruit
2007 Estate Merlot
2007 Syrah
2007 Heritage
Wine O’ Clock Wine Bar***
Prosser, Washington
509.786.2197
http://www.wineoclockwinebar.com/
Located in Vintner's Village, Wine o'clock Wine Bar is the tasting room for Bunnell Family Cellar and RiverAerie. On weekends it offers roasted gourmet pizza, salads, cheese assortments, and soup. So for us it was time for lunch.
Asparagus, mascarpone and herb butter ***
Anti pasta***
2004 Bunnell Family Cellars Boushey-McPherson Vineyard Syrah*** berry and dark spice flavors
Gamache Vintners
Prosser, Washington
509.786.7800
http://www.gamachevintners.com/
2006 Estate Boulder Red**** a nice, easy drinking wine, 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Malbec, 13% Cabernet Franc, 12% Merlot, and 12% Syrah
2006 Estate Merlot*** black cherries
2006 Estate Malbec*** rose on the nose and spice
2005 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon** light on the finish
2005 Gamache-Champoux Reserve Cabernet***
2005 Estate Syrah**** spice on the palate. 91 Points - Wine Spectator
Milbrandt Vineyards
Prosser, Washington
509.788.0030
http://www.milbrandtvineyards.com/
2007 Estate Viognier*** full bodied
2009 Traditions Rose*** Strawberries
2006 Estate Petite Sirah*** jammy
2007 Estate Tasting Room Red*** soft
2006 Estates Merlot*** sophisticated
2007 Estates Malbec**** jammy, rich, silky, velvety. Just rated best Washington wine per Northwest Wine Summit
2006 Estates Cabernet Sauvignon*** deep fruit and generous mouth-feel
Coyote Canyon - H/H Estate Reserve
Prosser, Washington
509.786.7686
http://www.coyotecanyonwinery.com/
2006 Sangiovese***
2006 Tres Cruces***
2006 Robert Andrews H/H Estate Red Reserve**
2007 Syrah***
2006 Syrah H/H Estate***
2007 Cabernet Sauvignon***
Bozak H/H Estate Red Reserve**
Martinez & Martinez Winery
Prosser, Washington
509-786-2424
http://www.m2-wine.com/
2009 Viognier**
2006 Cesir Red** pencil shavings and cardboard
2006 Cabernet Sauvignon**
2009 Roussanne**
Alexandria Nicole
Prosser, Washington
509.786.3497
http://www.alexandrianicolecellars.com/
We did not taste any new wines.
Whistran Brew Company
Prosser, Washington
509-786-4922
http://www.whitstranbrewing.com/
This was a good way to end the day of wine tasting at Prosser’s only, so finest Micro Brewery.
Deep fried Asparagus*** so why deep fry wonderful asparagus?
Tri tips and mash potatoes***
Hamburger with bacon***
Horse Heaven Hefe*** a Bavarian-style hefeweizen
June 12, 2010
We started the day with a short trip to the Red Mountain area. Were our plan was to visit wineries we have not visited in the pass.
Tapleil Wine
Benton City, Washington
509.588.4460
http://www.tapteil.com/
2007 Syrah ***
2004 Cabernet Sauvignon *** pepper on the nose
2007 Cabernet Sauvignon***
Hightower Cellars
Benton City, Washington
509.588.2867
http://www.hightowercellars.com/
2007 Murray Cuvee*** smooth, light bodied
2008 Murray Syrah**
2007 Pepper Bridge Red Wine**
2006 Merlot**
2006 Cabernet Sauvignon***
2006 Red Mountain Red Wine*** good structure, mellowness
Col Solare
Benton City, Washington
509.588.2200
http://www.colsolare.com/
Lunch time and were better to go than the newly open to the public what is called ‘Saturday Sole.’
Assorted Mediterranean Olives*** mild, unpitted country style
Bison Carpaccio**** garnished with Mache’ and Cyprus Salt
Cavatappi con Oro del Puma*** imbued with truffle oil and bacon
Winemaker’s Flight*** 2004, 2005 and 2006 Col Solare
Back to the Prosser area
Heaven’s Cave Cellars
Prosser, Washington
509.788.0008
http://www.heavenscave.com/
2007 Two Degrees Barbera**** plum jam and earthy
2007 The Dweller Syrah*** Spicy, black pepper
2007 “Amethyst” Malbec*** velvety mouth-feel
2007 Merlot**
2007 “Innkeeper” Cabernet Sauvignon***
2005 Angel’s Blend*** Bordeaux blend, fruity
Olsen Estates 2010 Winemakers Barbeque
Prosser, Washington
509.786.7007
http://www.olsenestates.com/
This was the reason for the trip. To pick up our club wine and to enjoy the Winemakers Barbeque. The event was catered by ‘Tuscany’ a new restaurant in town. The menu included, skewered chicken, roasted pork, salmon with tapenade, cheese plate, and sliced potato salad. We started the afternoon by tasting what they called Futures (wine bottled but not released). Were possible these futures were compared to the existing releases.
2008 (Futures) Grenache**** All I can say about this is “Wow”
2007 Estates Petit Verdot*** Black cherry, and long finish
2008 (Futures) Estates Petit Verdot*** laid back, cherries
2007 Heritage
2008 (Futures) Heritage**** cooler conditions will make this drinkable early on.
June 13, 2010
Tasawik Vineyards
Prosser, Washington
509-786-2565
http://www.tasawikvineyards.com/
2005 Tasawik Merlot** nice nose
2005 Tasawik Cabernet Sauvignon** taste of berries
2007 Tasawik Sangiovese** 100% Sangiovese
2007 Tasawik Mistura** light
Maison Bleue Winery
Prosser, Washington
509.786.2307
https://www.mbwinery.com/
2008 La Vie Douce Roussanne*** off-dry, nose of wild flower honey.
2008 La Montagnette Grenache*** light rated 92, dark plum
2008 La Rogue Syrah*** rated 91
Milbrandt Vineyard for lunch
Prosser, Washington
509.788.0030
http://www.milbrandtvineyards.com/
Milbrandt Club*** layers of various kinds of ham and salamis with tapenade and melted provolone.
Airfield Estates
Prosser, Washington
509.786.7401
http://www.airfieldwines.com/
2008 Bombshell*** dark fruit, 41% Syrah, 35% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Sangiovese, 4% Malbec, 3% Cab Franc
2008 Spitfire*** Deep garnet color, medium-bodied, 60% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 5% Malbec, 5% Petite Verdot
2008 Hellcat** better paired with food, 88% Tempranillo, 6% Grenache, 6% Syrah
2008 Zinfandel*** jammy fruit flavors, maybe allspice
Willow Crest
Prosser, Washington
509.786.7999
http://www.willowcrestwinery.com/
We almost did not stop by this trip. Last visit there was not one of the best. I’m glad we did, the wines were good and their menu has greatly improved.
2007 Cabernet Franc*** berries
2007 Merlot***
2006 Syrah*** jammy
2006 Grenache*** fruity and peppery
2007 Malbec*** fruit mid palate with a peppery finish
2008 Collina Bella*** needs age to tame
Thurston Wolfe
Prosser, Washington
509.786.3313
http://www.thurstonwolfe.com/
2008 Dr. Wolfes Family Red*** spicy and fruity
2008 Burgess Vineyard Syrah***
2008 Zinfandel***
2007 Cabernet Sauvignon the Teacher*** full flavor
2007 Petite Sirah** smooth
“Pool Time” Back to our Hotel
Time for dinner!
Apex Wine and Food Pairing
Tuscany Rustic Italian Bistro
Prosser, Washington
509.786.7600
http://www.eattuscany.com/
This was a real treat. Our plan was to try this new Restaurant in Prosser. They also were the folks who catered the Olsen Estates 2010 Winemakers Barbeque. When we arrived restaurant we found a close sign, yet there were people inside. It was an Apex Cellars wine and food pairing hosted by Master Sommelier Angelo Tavernaro. We were invited in and asked to join the event, lucky us. Angelo is one of only a 150 or so Master Sommelier in the world, what a treat.
Assorted fruits and cheeses
Covet sparkling red**
Covet sparkling white brut**
Smoked salmon canape’ with olive tapenade***
2008 Apex II Pinot Gris***
Gnocchi Puttanesca***
2008 Apex Chardonnay***
Pork Osso Bucco***
2006 Apex Merlot***
Chocolate Ganache over chocolate cake***
1992 Apex Tawny Vintage Port
June 14, 2010
Our trip to Prosser was over. Our next stop before home was Leavenworth! Then on home.
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