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Winter 2012 Club Selections
WINEMAKER VIDEO TASTING NOTES
2009 Cold Creek Red Blend
Columbia Valley. This luscious Red wine from Cold Creek Vineyard is a blend of bold Cabernet Sauvignon (51%) softened by Syrah (30%) with Merlot (12%) and Cabernet Franc (7%) for additional layers and texture. Dark fruit flavors are complemented by notes of spice and a lingering finish.
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Retail: $32.00 | Club Members: $25.60
Pair this wine with
Chorizo Filled Dates
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WINEMAKER VIDEO TASTING NOTES
2009 Ethos Syrah
Columbia Valley. The Ethos Syrah represents the ultimate combination of power and softness. The wine offers a rich mouthful of dark boysenberry fruit with hints of earth among layers of complexity and depth and a sweet finish. Half of the fruit came from our Cold Creek Vineyard and the balance from the Wahluke Slope. Eastern Washington’s soil and climate is such a great match for growing amazing Syrah.
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Retail: $40.00 | Club Members: $32.00
Pair this wine with
Grilled Duck with
Hoisin Orange Sauce
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Oct. 19th - 5:30-7:30pm
Red Focus Club Release Night [DETAILS]
Sip, savor and discuss your latest club releases while the wine shop stays open late.
Oct. 20th - 3:30-6:00pm
Sip & Savor Saturday
SOLD OUT
Enjoy amazing wine and cheese pairings while listening to jazz musician Heather Sullivan.
Oct. 21st - 3:30-6:00pm
Happy Hour with Thirsty Girl Leslie Sbrocco [DETAILS]
Hear Leslie share her knowledgeable and entertaining tips on enjoying and understanding wine.
Oct. 27th - 7:00-10:00pm
All Hallow’s Eve at Chateau Ste. Michelle [DETAILS]
Join us once again for our annual Halloween tradition.
YOUR WINTER CLUB RELEASES:
Approximate Charge Date:
October 15th
Approximate Ship Date:
October 22nd
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C l u b C o r n e r
As many of you know we have added a tasting option that features wine and food pairings. I wanted to answer some questions about this tasting that we have received from club members so far.
Q: Does this mean we don't have a complimentary taste when we pick up our wines?
A: The tasting in the club room as well as the wine shop will continue to be complimentary to club members and we have actually increased the number of wines we are featuring in the club room to give members more options to taste everyday at the Chateau.
Q: Do we need an appointment to taste?
A: The only time you need an appointment is if you are interested in participating in our library tasting. This includes both the Reserve Tasting as well as the new Pairings Tasting. We can sometimes accommodate walk-ins for these tastings but recommend an appointment to ensure we can accommodate your group.
Q: When will you stop offering the Reserve Tasting in the library?
A: As of January 1st we will solely offer the Pairings Tasting in the library. This tasting will feature cheese and wine pairings, but may be adjusted for special occasions, such as a chocolate and wine pairing. Please note that each membership is granted 2 tastings at the discounted rate of $15/person.
Hopefully this answers some of your questions. We are very excited to be able to offer this new tasting to our guests and we hope to see you in the library soon!
Cheers,
Sarah Kaulfers, Wine Club Supervisor
CHATEAU HAPPENINGS
R E D F O C U S R E L E A S E N I G H T
Please join us in the Wine Shop in celebration of your new releases for winter as we sip, savor and discuss your latest club releases. The concierge desk and wine shop are staying open late to give Vintage Reserve Club Red Focus members the opportunity to pick up their wine and enjoy special savings in our wine shop.
WHEN: Friday, October 19th, 2012 | 5:30 - 7:30pm | More Info »
H A P P Y H O U R
with Thirsty Girl Leslie Sbrocco
Join Chateau Ste. Michelle with special guest host, savvy wine writer and author and head Thirsty Girl, Leslie Sbrocco. As a nationally-recognized wine expert, Leslie has spent more than a decade in her dream job — getting paid to eat and drink around the world! Hear Leslie share her knowledgeable and entertaining tips on enjoying and understanding wine.
Please RSVP to the Chateau Ste. Michelle Concierge at 800-267-6793 or make your reservation online. $25 per person, $20 per person for VRC members.
Sip our award-winning wines paired with scrumptious appetizers as you enjoy music from Heather Sullivan Jazz Trio. We have also invited some of our favorite local jewelry, accessory and food vendors for your shopping pleasure: Wine glasses from Caloric Cuvee, Mary Witt Designs showcasing fun jewelry, chocolate samples from Fran’s and Madecasse Chocolates, Cachetsilks featuring beautiful scarves, Girlie Girl wine charms, yummy garlic spreads from GarLic It.
WHEN: Sunday, October 21st, 2012 | 3:30 - 6:00pm | Buy Tickets Online »
A L L H A L L O W S E V E
at Chateau Ste. Michelle
Join us once again for our annual Halloween tradition. In addition to samples of our terrific wines, Executive Chef Janet Hedstrom and her team of chefs will be preparing some of her favorite appetizers throughout the evening while our DJ plays your favorite dance hits. Tasteful costumes are encouraged and there will be prizes for scariest, best couple and most original. Space is limited and reservations are required. All attendees must be 21 years or older.
COST: $65 club members |$75 non-members
WHEN: Saturday, October 27th, 2012 | 7:00 - 10:00pm | Buy Tickets Online »
OUT AND ABOUT
E N O L O G I C A L S O C I E T Y D I N N E R
Enological Society Says Goodbye with Fundraiser Dinner November 8th
The Puget Sound-based organization celebrates more than 35 years of wine appreciation.
The Enological Society of the Pacific Northwest (ES) will end its run after 35 years with an evening of wine appreciation featuring a gourmet dinner, distinguished guest speakers and an open mic opportunity to reflect on the accomplishments of the organization. The event takes place Thursday, November 8th at Chateau Ste. Michelle. Proceeds from the evening will benefit the historical exhibit at the Walter Clore Center in Prosser, WA.
COST: $125 per person | $1,000 for tables of 8
WHEN: Thursday, November 8th, 2012 | 6:00 - 9:00pm
RESERVATIONS: Reserve Online »
R E C E N T A C C L A I M
2009 Ethos Reserve Merlot, Columbia Valley
92 pts - Wine Spectator (October 2012)
“Broad, supple and velvety, offering a plush mouthful of plum and currant fruit, tinged with roasted meat and red pepper notes. Finishes with elegance, precision and length.”
2010 Indian Wells Chardonnay, Columbia Valley
90 pts - Wine Spectator (October 2012)
“This sleek, appealing white brims with lemony pear and spice flavors, finishing with a refreshing lilt and surprising intensity.”
2011 Eroica Riesling, Columbia Valley
93 pts & “Good Value” - Connoisseurs' Guide to California Wine (September 2012)
“Once again this collaboration between Ernst Loosen and Chateau Ste. Michelle finds a place at the very head of the class. It is a tightly bound wine of steely potential rather than one of immediate sweetness and juice, but, even now, it teases with subtle suggestions of flowers, sweet limes and stony spice. Its scant suggestion of sweetness is balanced by plenty of youthful acidity, and its impressions of nerve and vitality make it one that can be confidently set aside for further age if you can resist its already inviting come-hither entreaties.”
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Wine Pick Up Reminder
We allow you 6 months from your release date to pick up your wine; we simply do not have the space to hold previous club selections.
Therefore, we ask that you abide by this policy and come see us in this time frame. If you are unable to visit us within the 6 month time frame, please call our concierge at 1-800-866-6276.
If you do not contact us after the 6 months, we donate your wine to our Charitable Donations Program.
Don't you want your wine?
If you have wine to pick up from your Spring Red Focus Release from February 7th, 2011, please make arrangements promptly or your wine will be donated.
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