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Red Wine and Chocolate
FEB. 13- 15
Once again it’s time to indulge in decadant chocolate and fine wine. Please come visit The Tasting Room of Yakima where we roll out the welcome mat of fun and good cheer. Make Valentine’s Day weekend a special treat for you and your significant other with great chocolate, great wine and great friends. NHV will be there in full force along with the fine wines of Harlequin Cellars and Wilridge Winery. So, come on by and say hello, we guarantee you will have a memorable Valentine experience with NHV and the gang…
Verve Wine Bar tasting
Looking for something to do and you want to have fun? Well, NHV will be pouring at Verve Wine Bar in Columbia City Tuesday January 27th. from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and we plan on having fun. If you live in the area, like great wine and really want to get out of the house come on by where action is. For more information on Verve please visit their site at Verve
April 4th and 5th Taste Washington -Seattle
It’s time for another Taste Washington event. Over 200 wineries pouring all in one place. That’s a party and where there is a party you will find NNV. Come by and say hello, taste my new 2008 Riesling and my 2007 Sryah. I hope to see you there. For more information go to TasteWashington
NHV honored by Ray’s Boathouse wine selection
Seattle, Washington – Every January, Ray’s Boathouse in Seattle, Washington conducts its Retrospective of Northwest Wines competition and dinner. Now in its 22nd year, this wine-lover’s event has uncovered hidden gems from up-and-coming wineries, as well as reaffirmed the well-deserved praise earned by established wineries.
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NHV was among the wineries honored by Ray’s Boathouse. In the Aromatic Whites category, NHV’s 2007 Riesling was selected 5th best among the over 400 wines submitted.
Full Press Release Below –
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WINNERS OF RAY’S BOATHOUSE 22ND ANNUAL
RETROSPECTIVE OF NORTHWEST WINES COMPETITION ANNOUNCED
Retrospective Wine Dinners held on January 22-23, 2009, 6:30 PM
Seattle, Washington – Every January, Ray’s Boathouse in Seattle, Washington conducts its Retrospective of Northwest Wines competition and dinner. Now in its 22nd year, this wine-lover’s event has uncovered hidden gems from up-and-coming wineries, as well as reaffirmed the well-deserved praise earned by established wineries.
On January 6-7, 2009, Ray’s wine director Richard Kelsey assembled a panel of judges consisting of sommeliers, wine writers and local wine experts to blind-taste Northwest wines released in 2008. The wines were submitted for judging by the winemakers and their distributors. All Washington, Oregon, Idaho and British Columbia wineries that produce grape-based wines were eligible to participate. This year, nearly 400 wines were submitted. The categories for entry were Dry Whites, Pinot Gris, Aromatic Whites, White Blends, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Merlot, Red Blends, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Dessert.
During the blind-tasting, the judges meticulously evaluated the wines for characteristics such as flavor, texture, aroma and composition. Each judge assigned a numerical score based on their evaluation. The wines with the highest combined scores won. Ray’s Executive Chef Peter Birk has created an extraordinary menu to complement the winning wines, available upon request. Due to demand, the Retrospective Dinners will be presented on two consecutive evenings, January 22 and 23, 2009, in Ray’s waterfront banquet room with the winning winemakers in attendance. The cost is $125.00 per guest, includes tax and gratuity. For reservations, please call 206.789.3770 ext. 225.
This year’s winners in each category are (see below for a list of the top 5 in each category):
Dry Whites: Hogue Cellars Fumé Blanc, Columbia Valley 2007
Pinot Gris: Adelsheim, Willamette Valley 2007
Aromatic Whites: Skylight Cellars Viognier, Columbia Valley 2007
White Blends: Airfield Estates ‘Lightning’, Yakima Valley 2007
Chardonnay: Hamacher ‘Cuvée Forêts Diverses’, Willamette Valley 2005
Pinot Noir: Ginkgo Forest Winery, Wahluke Slope 2006
Syrah: Otis Kenyon, Walla Walla Valley 2006
Merlot: Anton Ville Winery, Yakima Valley 2005
Red Blends: Brian Carter Cellars ‘Tuttorosso’, Yakima Valley 2005
Cabernet Sauvignon: Chateau Ste. Michelle ‘Ethos’, Columbia Valley 2005
Dessert: Heaven’s Cave Icicles Riesling Ice Wine, Horse Heaven Hills 2005
For more information and the menu for the Retrospective Dinners, please contact Lori Magaro at (206) 789-4130 ext. 220 or lorimagaro@rays.com.
RAY’S RETROSPECTIVE TOP FIVE
DRY WHITES:
1. Hogue Cellars Fumé Blanc, Columbia Valley 2007
2. Pacific Rim Chenin Blanc, Columbia Valley 2007
3. Spangler Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc, Southern Oregon 2007
4. Mercer Estates Sauvignon Blanc, Columbia Valley 2007
5. Chateau Ste. Michelle Horse Heaven Sauvignon Blanc, Horse Heaven Hills 2007
PINOT GRIS:
1. Adelsheim, Willamette Valley 2007
2. Dusted Valley Boomtown, Columbia Valley 2007
3. Willow Crest Winery, Yakima Valley 2007
4. Chehalem ‘Willamette Valley’, Willamette Valley 2007
5. Oak Knoll Winery, Willamette Valley 2007
AROMATIC WHITES:
1. Skylite Cellars Viognier, Columbia Valley 2007
2. Snoqualmie Vineyard ‘Winemaker’s Select’ Riesling, Columbia Valley 2007
3. Mercer Estates Riesling, Yakima Valley 2007
4. Pheasant Valley Winery Riesling, Columbia Gorge 2007
5. NHV Riesling, Columbia Valley 2007 (Naches Heights Vineyard)
WHITE BLENDS:
1. Airfield Estates ‘Lightning’, Yakima Valley 2007
2. Delille Cellars ‘Chaleur Estate Blanc’, Red Mountain 2007
3. Alexandria Nicole ‘Shepards Mark’, Horse Heaven Hills 2007
4. Waterbrook ‘Mélange’ Blanc, Columbia Valley 2007
5. Thurston Wolfe ‘PGV’, Washington 2007
CHARDONNAY:
1. Hamacher ‘Cuvée Forêts Diverses’, Willamette Valley 2005
2. Adelsheim ‘Caitlins’, Willamette Valley 2007
3. Pheasant Valley ‘McDuffee Vineyard’, Columbia Gorge 2007
4. Mercer Estates, Columbia Valley 2007
5. Côte Bonneville ‘DuBrul Vineyard’, Yakima Valley 2006
PINOT NOIR:
1. Ginkgo Forest Winery, Wahluke Slope 2006
2. Hamacher, Willamette Valley 2006
3. Beran Vineyards ‘Estate’, Oregon 2006
4. Duck Pond Cellars, Willamette Valley 2006
5. Torii Mor ‘Deux Verres’ Reserve, Oregon 2006
SYRAH:
1. Otis Kenyon, Walla Walla Valley 2006
2. Alexandria Nicole, Horse Heaven Hills 2005
3. Sequel, Columbia Valley 2005
4. Dusted Valley ‘Reserve’, Walla Walla Valley 2006
5. College Cellars, Columbia Valley 2005
MERLOT:
1. Anton Ville Winery, Yakima Valley 2005
2. Chateau St. Michelle ‘Ethos’, Columbia Valley 2005
3. Kestrel, Yakima Valley 2005
4. Mercer Estates, Horse Heaven Hills 2005
5. Duck Pond Cellars, Wahluke Slope 2004
RED BLENDS:
1. Brian Carter Cellars ‘Tuttorosso’, Yakima Valley 2005
2. Tie – Airfield Estates ‘Mustang’, Yakima Valley 2007
2. Tie – DeLille Estate ‘Chaleur Estates’, Red Mountain 2005
4. Robert Karl ‘Inspiration’, Horse Heaven Hills 2005
5. Basalt Cellars ‘Bijou Rouge’, Washington 2006
CABERNET SAUVIGNON:
1. Chateau St. Michelle ‘Ethos’ Columbia Valley 2005
2. Tie – Anton Ville, Red Mountain 2005
2. Tie – DeLille Estate ‘Grand Ciel’, Red Mountain 2005
4. Bergevin Lane, Washington 2006
5. Otis Kenyon, Walla Walla Valley 2006
DESSERT:
1. Heaven’s Cave ‘Icicles’ Riesling Ice Wine, Horse Heaven Hills 2005
2. Chateau Ste. Michelle Ice Wine Chenin Blanc, Horse Heaven Hills 2006
3. Adelsheim Vineyards ‘Deglacé’, Willamette Valley 2007
4. Upland Estates ‘Muscat Ice’, Washington 2007
5. August Cellars ‘Portus Augustus’, Oregon 2006
About Ray’s Boathouse:
Ray’s began in 1939 as a bait house and boat rental owned by Ray Lichtenberger. Seafood enthusiast and entrepreneur Russ Wohlers put together a group of investors and purchased the business in 1973. In the 35 ensuing years, Ray’s has become a Seattle dining icon known for exceptional seafood, outstanding wines, Northwest hospitality and its unmatched view of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. Owners are Russ Wohlers, Earl Lasher, Elizabeth Gingrich and Jack Sikma.
Ray’s wine program has received Wine Spectator’s “Best of Award of Excellence” eight times, and the “Award of Excellence” in the intervening years. Ray’s well-balanced wine cellar showcases both distinguished and boutique wineries, as well as emerging regions from all over the world. The distinctive list has a strong Northwest component and an impressive selection of half bottles. Also notable are 47 dessert wines available by the glass, 18 glass pours and a list of premium sakes. Every January, Ray’s presents its Retrospective of Northwest Wines Dinner, which showcases the winners of our annual wine competition. In May, our epic Copper River Salmon & Oregon Pinot Noir Extravaganza celebrates the arrival of that legendary fish exquisitely paired with Oregon’s finest pinot noirs.
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2006 Riesling Double Gold Sunshine and Wine Competition 2007
2006 Riesling Double Gold Sunshine and Wine Competition 2007
2005 Syrah – Gold Medal Sunshine and Wine Competition 2007
2005 Syrah – Gold Medal Sunshine and Wine Competition 2007
2006 Pinot Gris – Silver medal Sunshine and Wine Competition 2007
2006 Pinot Gris – Silver medal Sunshine and Wine Competition 2007
2005 Syrah – Gold medal Northwest Wine Summit 2007
2005 Syrah – Gold medal Northwest Wine Summit 2007
2006 Riesling – Silver medal Northwest Wine Summit 2007
2006 Riesling - Silver medal Northwest Wine Summit 2007
2005 Syrah – Seattle Wine Competition 2007 Grand Award of Excellence Bronze medal
2005 Syrah – Seattle Wine Competition 2007 Grand Award of Excellence Bronze medal
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