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May 2001 - Vol.2 No.5

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Dear Friends, Associates, and Wine Enthusiasts,
The month of May brings spring flowers, it is also the month Copper River Salmon arrives from Alaska, Walla Walla wineries have their 'open house,' and more great wine deals can be found in our Squire Value and Cellar Lists! See below for our full set of articles including recipies, fish/wine pairing, and more.

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WINESQUIRE FEATURES & PICKS FOR APRIL 2001
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-- "Summer Wine Extravaganza" - Don't Miss this June 2 Tasting.
-- "Copper River Salmon Swims into Seattle" - Perfect Match for Pinot Noir.
-- "Red Mountain People" - Their Star Ascends.
-- "Walla Walla Winery Tours 2001" - The Season is Open.
-- "Wine Vintage Charts" - A Handy Tool.
-- "Industry News" - Mondavi Retires and more.
-- Featured Product: Wine Charms
-- Squire Value Picks
-- Squire Cellar Picks
-- "Ask the Squire" Question of the Month

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-- SUMMER WINE EXTRAVAGANZA, By Andrew Campbell
WineSquire.com and Pete's of Bellevue are co-sponsoring the famous Summer Extravaganza wine tasting! The Summer Extravaganza tasting involves some of the summer's best wines available.
http://www.winesquire.com/articles/extrav.htm

-- COPPER RIVER SALMON SWIMS INTO SEATTLE, By John Schultz
Copper River Wild Salmon have the highest oil content of any salmon in the world, which makes them the highest quality and best tasting. Try it with a Pinot Noir.
http://www.winesquire.com/articles/salmon.htm

-- RED MOUNTAIN PEOPLE, Courtesy Wines Northwest
Red Mountain Appellation is Washington State's newest and smallest viticultural appellation, federally authorized on April 3, 2001.
http://www.winesquire.com/articles/wnw0105.htm

-- WALLA WALLA WINERY TOURS 2001, By Bob Woehler
Just four wineries took part in the first Walla Walla Valley open house a decade ago; now, 20 are taking part to varying degrees...
http://www.winesquire.com/articles/bw0105.htm

-- WINE VINTAGE CHARTS, By Scott Miller
A vintage chart, in it's best presentation, is a useful guide to help the wine consumer answer the questions "Is it any good?" and "When should I drink it?".
http://www.winesquire.com/articles/vcharts.htm

-- INDUSTRY NEWS, By John Schultz
Robert Mondavi retires, Kendall-Jackson up for sale, and a new Fine Wine division in town.
http://www.winesquire.com/industry/in0105.htm

-- FEATURED PRODUCT: WINE CHARMS
Never loose your glass again with these beautiful and distinctive stemware charms! Simply attach your wine charm to the stem of your wine glass to mark your drink. You and your friends will love them with your favorite wine, as a wine accessory, or as a lasting host hostess gift. Custom charms also available for corporate gifts, advertising, weddings, anniversaries, and special events such as reunions.
http://www.winesquire.com/biz/products.htm#charm
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-- SQUIRE VALUE PICKS
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1. Stevenot Merlot Sierra Foothills 1998 (California) $14
2. Villa Santa by Joao Ramos 1999 (Spain) $18
3. Claar Johannisburg Riesling Columbia Valley 1998 (Washington) $6
4. Beaulieu Vineyard Syrah California 1999 (California) $19
5. Kestrel Chardonnay Columbia Valley 1997 (Washington) $14
6. Marques de Caceres Rioja Blanco 1999 (Spain) $7
7. Caliterra Cabernet Sauvignon Valle Central 1999 (Chile) $6
8. Prado Rey Ribera Del Duero 1999 (Spain) $10
9. Kunde Magnolia Lane Sauvignon Blanc 2000 (California) $14
10. Concha y Toro Casillero del Diablo Cabernet Sauvignon 1999 (Chile) $10

http://www.winesquire.com/squire.htm

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-- SQUIRE CELLAR PICKS
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1. Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 1998 (California) $68
2. Paul Hobbs Chardonnay Russian River Valley 1999 (California) $40
3. Three Rivers Winery Merlot Columbia Valley 1999 (Washington) $30
4. St. Supery Meritage 1996 (California) $49
5. Irvine Eden Crest Merlot 1999 (Australia) $21
6. Mer Soleil Chardonnay Central Coast 1998 (California) $36
7. Newton Cabernet Sauvignon "Unfiltered" 1998 (California) $48
8. Andrake Cellars Reserve Cuvée 1999 (Washington) $30
9. Markham Napa Cabernet 1997 (California) $27
10. Andrew Will Sorella 1998 (Washington State) $60

http://www.winesquire.com/cellar.htm

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-- ASK THE SQUIRE QUESTION OF THE MONTH
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I have just completed my new wine cellar. All of the publications that I have received with my cooling unit say to keep the temperature at 55°F to 65°F. This is a large range. I've also read that for reds (which I have predominately), should be kept it at 58°F. Can you provide an expert opinion on what the best temperature overall to keep my cellar at?

See the answer at:
http://www.winesquire.com/ask/index.htm

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