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Weekly Saturday Tasting

10/23/2024

 

Sokol Blosser Winery

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Saturday, October 26
1:00 - 3:00

I got the opportunity not too long ago to taste through the current offerings of one of my favorite American wineries - Sokol Blosser out of Dundee Hills, Oregon. I'm very happy to say they were every bit as good as I remembered. So we decided to focus this weekend on them and on Evolution, their wonderful second label. With vineyards planted in the early 70s, Sokol Blosser was one of the original forces in Oregon wines. They released their first vintage in 1977, and have been champions of Oregon Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris ever since. They are also great stewards of the land, and have been at the forefront of certified organic agriculture and sustainable business practices. In the late 90s they rolled out Evolution White, a wonderful white blend of 9 different grapes grown in Oregon and Washington; a few years down the road this was joined by more varieties including one of the best value Oregon Pinot Noirs we’ve worked with. Just a few years ago they delved into the world of Sparkling Wines as well, with their Bluebird Cuvée. It has been one of our best selling bubbles ever since! The Evolution line is about approachability and easy drinking; the Sokol Blosser wines are about elegance and finesse. Together they offer something for everyone!
 
Sokol Blosser Bluebird Cuvée Brut
Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2021
 
Sokol Blosser Pinot Gris
Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2023
 
Evolution Pinot Noir
Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2022
 
Sokol Blosser 'Kalita Vineyard' Pinot Noir
Yamhill-Carlton, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2022


Bonus Tasting Next Week!
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Wines from Vino del Sol
Wednesday, October 30th
5:00 - 7:00


Please join us next Wednesday evening for a wonderful mid-week tasting. We will be hosting Gaston Cabrerar the Southeastern Sales Manager from Vino del Sol for a sampling of some of the delectable wines they bring to North Carolina. Since 2004 they have built their reputation as a leading importer of terroir-driven wines that over-deliver in value. Initially known as Argentine wine specialists, they also market exceptional wines and sakes from California, Chile, Japan, and New Zealand. Avoid getting tricked on Halloween, and come the night before for some definite treats! We'll have more details for you next week, but mark your calendars now.



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