Spring in the wine industry means bud break, bottling white and rosé from the recent harvest and tucking in barrels of red for a long summers nap. It also means we get to release new wines to our club members! For your Spring 2021 Wine Club Release, you will receive 6 bottles in total, including two bottles each of the club favorite 2017 E70, the classic 2018 Merlot, and the lush, new 2018 Three Vineyards Syrah!
Each bottle of our wine is as unique as the individual who enjoys it, yet all are bound together by Patterson Cellars signature winemaking style. Take a little wine maker guided journey as you enjoy reading about the club wines below and be sure to scroll all the way down for important release information.
In the 2017 vintage of E70, the slightly predominant Syrah in the blend first appears on the nose, where aromas of blackberry and fresh-ground black pepper dominate, supported by sweet vanilla, tobacco leaf, and slightly smoky notes of cured meats. On the palate the Cabernet Sauvignon asserts itself, contributing the mouthwatering flavors of black cherries and currents, along with subtle cedar and graphite. Just slightly drying tannins appear late, leading into the long finish featuring blueberries, hints of cocoa nibs and echoes of the same Syrah influences from the opening.
Merlot was one of the first varietals to put Washington State on the world wine map, and this vintage of our Merlot shows why it is still among the best our state has to offer. More purple than ruby-red, this vintage opens with intense and inviting aromas of black cherries, plums, cocoa powder and vanilla. Those same influences carry through seamlessly to the palate where they are joined by ripe juicy blackberries. Mouthwatering acidity and generous tannins suggest superb age-ability and lead to a long finish where the opening aromas reappear and are joined by light coffee notes.
The core of the 2018 Three Vineyards Syrah comes from famed Red Willow Vineyard in the northwest corner of the Yakima Valley. It is blended with carefully selected barrels from Boushey and Red Heaven vineyards, and the result is a powerful expression of what Washington State Syrah can be. The nose opens with notes of blueberry compote, cedar, nutmeg, and dark mocha ganache. Mouthwatering and balanced from front to back, flavors of juicy marionberries, blueberries and lightly smoked charcuterie are joined by subtle notes of clove; all supported by a foundation of smooth tannins.
We are so excited to be offering Three Vineyards Syrah for the very first time and can't wait to hear what you think! This 100% varietal is only available to wine club members, and like all exclusive Patterson Cellars bottles, it is surely one for the books!
So come join us at any of our four tasting room locations to experience the club wines for yourself as part of the wine club member exclusive tasting flight. Pick up your allocation and a few of your other Patterson Cellars favorites while you're here.
We are also offering members a sneak peak of the first ever vintage of Albariño with grapes from Ciel du Cheval on Red Mountain. It will be available at all locations starting March 22nd. And if limited library releases put some spring in your step, visit us at the Winery in the Warehouse District!
Although the world still looks a little different for all of us, it's comforting to know some things will never change. We are always excited to see you in our tasting rooms and this year is no different! When you come to visit, you will find your favorite classic and seasonal line ups like our white & rosé tasting, unforgettable Food & Wine Experiences and the exquisite sparkling flight featuring the newly released 2019 Blanc de Blancs Sparkling Chardonnay and Rosé of Pinot Noir.
One day we will celebrate at a wine club release party or a BBQ again, but until then, we hope that Patterson Cellars is still your happy place. Thank you for being a part of the Patterson Cellars Family & cheers to many more years!