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5 Bottle Sampler

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 15:27:00 GMT

A Latah Creek Holiday favorite! Our 5 bottle sampler includes5 - 375ml bottles of wine in a wicker tray wrapped with cellophaneand a holiday bow. This basket includes a 375ml bottle (halfbottle) of each following wine: Pinot Gris, Huckleberry d'Latah,Riesling, Ellena~Ellena, and Maywine. Only 168 baskets total. Get yours before they are all gone!

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Latah Creek 2011 Pinot Gris

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 15:52:00 GMT

Latah Creek 2011 Pinot Gris
Buy Now: $11.00

2011 PINOTGRIS
Sunnyside Vineyards
A Salmon-Safe, LIVE-Certified Vineyard

Tasting Notes
This Pinot Gris is delicately fragrant with essences of lemon,apple, and pear and mildly floral with lightly lemon-citrusflavors. Harvested from vineyards on the south-facinghillsides of the Yakima Valley (Sunnyside) in central Washington,this Pinot Gris is a great example of why this varietal has becomeso popular - dry, yet refreshingly crisp.

Awards and Accolades
‘08 Vintage - 88 Points, Wine Enthusiast Magazine

“Thefirst-ever Pinot Gris from this pioneering Spokane winery has acrisp entry, with flavors of jicama and celery and hints of Asianpear. It’s light and stylish, a fine aperitif to accompanyappetizers or raw oysters.”

‘08 Vintage - Silver, Ray's Boathouse 24thAnnual Retrospective of Northwest Wines, Pinot Gris Category
‘10 Vintage - 88 Points, The Wine Advocate

Winemaking Notes
Winemakers: Mike Conway and Natalie Conway-Barnes
Harvest date: October 2, 2011
Analysis: Brix: 23.6 T.A.:0.75 pH: 3.30
Blend: 100% Sunnyside Vineyards, Yakima Valley AVA
Yeast: D-47. Stainless steel fermented.
Alcohol: 12.5 % by volume
Bottled/production: February 3, 2012 | 1540 cases
Released: February 13, 2012
Food Pairing: Fish, Seafood, Cream Sauces

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Latah Creek 2010 Riesling

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:38:00 GMT

Latah Creek 2010 Riesling
Buy Now: $9.00

2010 RIESLING
Familigia Vineyards, ColumbiaValley AVA

Tasting Notes
This wonderful vintage of Riesling is produced from 100% FamiligiaVineyards grapes in George, Washington. These vineyardsconsistently produce some of the best Riesling grapes in the stateand typically comprised at least 50% of our Riesling blend eachvintage.

This Riesling is full of wonderful Washington State Riesling fruitcharacters -- apples, pears, spices of clove. This winefinishes crisp and clean on the palate even though we did leave alittle more residual sweetness in the wine than we normally dobecause of the high acid level of the vintage. (Mostconsumers might think this wine is actually less sweet thanusual.) This is a wonderful example of the great Rieslingsthat come from the Pacific Northwest.

Awards and Accolades
'08 Vintage - Best Washington State Riesling, Ray'sBoathouse 23rd Annual Retrospective of Northwest Wines, AromaticWhite Category
'08 Vintage - Double Gold, Seattle Wine Awards2010
'08 Vintage - Excellent, WinePress Northwest Magazine March2010

"The Conways have been making deliciouslyaffordable, low-alcohol Riesling in the Spokane Valley for morethan 20 years. Here it's from Hyatt Vineyards in the RattlesnakeHills and Familigia Vineyards near George, Wash. Mouthwatering arethe aromas of blood orange, tangelo, pineapple, lychee and honey.Its zesty palate prompted us to write "delicious" twice, featuringmore of those citrus flavors with some Red Delicious apple, peachand jasmine. Residual sugar is2.5%."

'09 Vintage - 89 Points, The WineAdvocate
'10 Vintage - Recommended & Best Buy!, WinePressNorthwest Magazine

" Using grapes from Familigia Vineyardsnear the Columbia Basin town of George, Wash., this longtimeSpokane winery has crafted a Riesling that is delicious andaffordable. It opens with aromas of rose petals, apples andcaramel, followed by flavors of pineapples, lemon-lime, grilledpeaches, apples and slate. It's on the sweeter side at 2.5%residual sugar but is nicelybalanced."

Winemaking Notes
Winemakers: Mike Conway and Natalie Conway-Barnes
Harvest date: October 30, 2010
Analysis: Brix: 23.0 T.A.:1.20 pH: 2.88
Blend: 100% Familigia Vineyards, Columbia Valley AVA,George, WA
Yeast: D-47. Stainless steel fermented.
Alcohol: 10.5 % by volume
Bottled/production: May 27, 2011 | 887cases
Released: April 2011
Food Pairing: Fish, Seafood, Cream Sauces,, CitrusSalads

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Latah Creek Huckleberry d'Latah

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:38:00 GMT

Latah Creek Huckleberry d'Latah
Buy Now: $10.00

HUCKLEBERRYD'LATAH
Washington State, Columbia ValleyAVA

TastingNotes

Huckleberries are small, blueberry-like fruit. Despiteefforts to cultivate and commercially grow this delectable treat,the only source for the huckleberry continues to be from the wildin the mountains of the Pacific Northwest. Those brave enoughto compete with bears and other animals are rewarded with a darkblue-berry that is unique to the Northwest. Typically usedfor jams, jellies, and pies, we have found that the blendingtogether of the berry's tart juice and our Riesling to be a realtaste sensation. The subtle blueberry-like flavors of thehuckleberry add nice complexities to the wonderfully intense spiceand floral characters of our Riesling

Awards andAccolades

'08 Vintage - Excellent, Wine Press Northwest Magazine March2010

"Much of the production at thistwo-generation winery along Interstate 90 in Spokane is devoted tothis bottling, which has Riesling at its base. In the glass, ittakes on the appearance of a rose, and the drink - despite its 2.5%residual sugar - shows better balance than most blushes. It'sindeed huckleberry, but there also are tones of strawberries,blueberry and plums with some nice citrusy tartness. Springtime iscoming."

WinemakingNotes

Winemakers: Mike Conway and NatalieConway-Barnes
Blend: 100% Washington State Whites Wines, ColumbiaValley AVA
blended with Huckleberry Juice and Concentrate
Yeast: D-47. Stainless steel fermented.
Alcohol: 10.5 % by volume
Bottled/production: First Bottling March 4 2010
Released: April 2010
Food Pairing: By itself Summer Wine, Citrus Salads,Pork, Chicken

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Latah Creek 2010 Spokane Blush

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:38:00 GMT

Latah Creek 2010 Spokane Blush
Buy Now: $9.00

SPOKANEBLUSH
Blush of Sangiovese
Talcott Vineyards, Wahluke Slope AVA

Tasting Notes
Spokane's favorite blush wine has gotten even better -- it is nowmade from 100% Sangiovese. This first-ever version ofSpokane Blush is an exciting treat! A hint of sweetnessentices your mouth while ending with flavors of sweet
cherries typical of the Sangiovese grape. The result is adrier "Blush" wine with a bright fresh bouquet and flavors ofberries and cherries.

Enjoy this -- it is wonderful!

Spokane Blush is an ideal accompaniment to summer
barbeques, today's lighter meals and also a delight byitself. If you enjoy "blush" wines but have grown tired ofthe sameness of White Zinfandels, then Spokane Blush is the "blush"for you.

Awards and Accolades
'10 Vintage - Excellent, Best Buy!, Wine Press NorthwestMagazine

"You'd bemistaken to size up this rosé from Talcott Vineyards just bylooking at its bright pinkish color and taking in the aromas ofJuicy Fruit gum, strawberry fruit leather, pink grapefruit andbanana peel. The drink provides a delightful surprise withits serious approach from red currant, sour cherry and cranberryflavors. Indeed, the residual sugar sits at just 0.5% and thepink grapefruit acidity easily balances that out into a finish ofwhite strawberry, white peach, and apricot. Enjoy with searedahi tuna."

WinemakingNotes
Winemakers: Mike Conway and Natalie Conway-Barnes
Harvest Date: October 3, 2010
Analysis: Brix: 19.8 T.A.: 0.82 pH: 3.35
Blend: 100% Sangiovese, Talcott Vineyards, WahlukeSlope AVA
Yeast: D-47, cold fermented between 45 and 48 degreesfor 8 weeks.
Bottled/production: May 3, 2011 | 536 cases
Released: June 2011
Food Pairing: Fish, Pork, Lighter Meals

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Latah Creek 2011 Muscat

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:38:00 GMT

Latah Creek 2011 Muscat
Buy Now: $11.00

2011MUSCAT
55% Morio Muskat, 25% MuscatCanelli,
10% Orange Muscat, 10% Muscadelle de Bordelaise

Tasting Notes

The winter of 2010/2011 saw two back to back freezesthat decimated nearly all sources of Muscat Canelli grapes in thisstate. This meant that for the first time since our startingproduction of Muscat in 1986, we were looking at not having thiswonderfully fruity wine in our line-up. Fortunately thoughour 30 years of making wine here in Washington State allowed us toform relationships that gave us the opportunity to borrow a fewgrapes from here, and beg for a few from there. The result isa wonderful blend of four Muscat family varieties: 55% MorioMuskat, 25% Muscat Canelli, 10% Orange Muscat, and 10% Muscadellede Bordelaise. Even though the Orange Muscat is only a smallpercentage of the blend, the aromas of citrus immediately engulfall senses. Gentle sweetness and the delightful fragrance ofripe grapes, fresh flowers, and honey also fill the mouth. This wine is finished differently than most Muscats in that it isnot syrupy-sweet -- it is finished with just under 4% residualsweetness and a relatively high acid which makes one of the mostfood-versatile wines available.

Awards and Accolades

'04 Vintage - 88 Points, Wine EnthusiastMagazine

"Lots of spritz and a forward, peachy, fruit-driven setof flavors; almost like a Prosecco but with a bit moreconcentration and powerful, peachy fruit. Just under fourpercent residual sugar, yet it retains enough acid to give is someverve, and clocks in at just 10.5%alcohol."

'08 Vintage -Outstanding, Wine Press Northwest Magazine

"A case can be made that no other Northwest winery hasdone so well with this grape for so long as Mike Conway's familyoperation. Fruit from Phil Church Vineyards on the Wahluke Slopeproduced aromas of pink grapefruit, gooseberry, lychee, rosewater,apricot, pear and freshly laundered linen. It's a fun, clean andrefreshing drink of more Ruby Red grapefruit, peaches, pears andjasmine with lively acidity to balance the residual sugar (4%).Enjoy this with Sunday brunch."

'08 Vintage -Pacific Northwest Wine of the Week, Wine Press NorthwestMagazine March 2010
'08 Vintage - 88 Points, Wine Enthusiast Magazine

"Floraland off-dry, this elegant wine is finished at just 10.5% alcoholand 4% residual sugar. It's perfectly balanced and harmoniousexpression of the pretty orange blossom scents of the grape, butshows unexpected fruit concentration and length in the mouth. Match it to moderately spicy Thai or Szechwandishes."

'09 Vintage - 90Points, The Wine Advocate

WinemakingNotes

Winemakers: Mike Conway andNatalie Conway-Barnes
Harvest date: October 19, 2011
Analysis: Brix: 22.3   T.A.: 0.71      pH: 3.51
Blend: 55% Morio Muskat, Newhouse Vineyard, SnipesMountain AVA
              25% Muscat Canelli, Coventry Vale Vineyard, Yakima Valley AVA
               10% Orange Muscat, Lonesome Spring Vineyard,Rattlesnake Hills AVA
               10% Muscadelle de Bordelaise, Lonesome SpringVineyard, Rattlesnake Hills AVA
Yeast: D-47 Cold fermented between 45 and 48 F° for 8weeks.
Residual Sugar: approx. 4%
Alcohol: 10.5 % by volume
Bottled/production: February 2, 2012 | 634cases
Released: February 13, 2012
Food Pairing: Shellfish, garlic, spice,Thai

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Latah Creek Maywine

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:38:00 GMT

Latah Creek Maywine
Buy Now: $9.00

MAYWINE
Washington State, ColumbiaValley AVA

TastingNotes

This year's Maywine is our best ever. It is made, this year,from 100% Chenin Blanc grapes blended with fragrant woodruff herbsand natural strawberry concentrate. This wonderfully fruitywine was developed from a family recipe brought to this countryyears ago by a Hungarian winemaker who years later passed it on toMike. The resultant wine, with the addition of the strawberryconcentrate, is somewhat sweeter than the traditional GermanMaiwine. The tangy, sweet white wine is complimentedperfectly by the fragrant strawberries.

Maywine has been described as "Springtime" in a bottle. Ithas traditionally been used as a wine for festive occasions andsignifies the coming of spring, often served from a large bowl.

Awards and Accolades

'10 Vintage - Outstanding!, Wine PressNorthwest Magazine

"This traditional German-style wine has a significantfollowing around Spokane, Wash., thanks to Mike Conway. Thelong-time Washington winemaker takes Chenin Blanc then addswoodruff and strawberry concentrate to create a fun drink thatpairs marvelously with holiday fare and curries. Its nosebrings hints of sweet strawberry jam, apricot, banana, honey,patchouli and honey. Flavors include strawberry, raspberry,lemon chiffon, pineapple, and clover. Granted, there'sconsiderable sugar (6%), yet its acid profile is reminiscent of anorange milkshake and enough to create balance. In Germany,it's often unveiled on May Day--hence thename."

Winemaking Notes

Winemakers: Mike Conway and Natalie Conway-Barnes
Analysis: Brix: 22.8 T.A.: 0.91 pH: 3.2
Blend: 100% Chenin Blanc, Areté Vineyards, ColumbiaValley AVA, Radar Hill
blended with Woodruff Herbs and Strawberry Concentrate
Yeast: D-47. Stainless steel fermented.
Alcohol: 10.5 % by volume
Bottled/production: June 7, 2011 | 1056cases
Released: July 2011
Food Pairing: Curry Dishes, Aperitif, Add a floatingstrawberry, Summer Cooler (half Maywine, half club soda),Wintertime Mulled Wine (heat with a cinnamon stick)

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Latah Creek 2012 Moscato

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:38:00 GMT

Latah Creek 2012 Moscato
Buy Now: $15.00

2012 MOSCATO

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Latah Creek 2009 Chardonnay

Fri, 20 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Latah Creek 2009 Chardonnay
Buy Now: $12.00

2009CHARDONNAY

ConnerLee Vineyards
A Salmon-Safe Vineyard

Tasting Notes

This 2009 Vintage marks our sixth year using grapes from theConnor Lee Vineyards—one of the premier Chardonnay vineyards inWashington State. Vines from the gentle south-facing slopes incentral Washington produce some of the most intense Chardonnays thePacific Northwest has to offer. The rich, buttery characterseen in this wine is the result of a cool (50 F°) primary and afull secondary malo-lactic fermentation. Two months of French oakaging adds complexity to the wine’s rich fruit and honey flavors aswell as providing the consumer with a long, smooth toastyfinish.

Awards andAccolades

‘05 Vintage -Gold Medal, Seattle Wine Awards 2007
‘07 Vintage - Outstanding, Seattle Wine Awards 2010
‘07 Vintage - Recommended, Wine Press NWMagazine

“It’s almost unheard of to seevineyard-designated wine at this price, particularly from such ahighly regarded Chardonnay source in the Columbia Valley. Alight barrel program allows for sweet lemons, pineapple, and GoldenDelicious apple aromas. The entry is exotic and hedonisticwith more apple, banana, and lemon custard flavors, balanced byremarkable tartness that targets you cheeks.”

‘08Vintage - 87 Points, Wine EnthusiastMagazine

“A fine value in a single-vineyardChardonnay, this marries crisp apple and citrus fruit to big,toasty, coconut and vanilla flavors from some sort of oaktreatment. A lot of power and flavor for theprice.”

‘08 Vintage - 88Points, The Wine Advocate

WinemakingNotes

Winemakers: Mike Conway and NatalieConway-Barnes
Harvest date: September 26, 2009
Analysis: Brix: 25.4 T.A.:0.78 pH: 3.18
Blend: 100% Conner Lee Vineyards, Columbia Valley AVA,Radar Hill
Yeast: D-47. Stainless steel fermented.
Malolactic fermentation: 100% complete
Oak Aging: 3 months in a combination of new and usedFrench and American Oak
Alcohol: 12.5 % by volume
Bottled/production: June 17, 2010 | 889cases
Released: February 13, 2012
Food Pairing: Fish, Seafood, Cream Sauces, LighterBeef Meals

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