WineSquire.com Mail Archive - May 2002

WineSquire.com Mail
May 2002 - Vol.3 No.5

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Dear Friends, Associates, and Wine Enthusiasts,
Spring appears to have finally arrived, and with it comes the season for white wines and lighter reds. In our Value and Cellar lists you will find some great Chardonnay and Pinot Noir recommendations to go with the Copper River salmon coming into the markets now. Don't miss our new column "Winery Spotlight" where we provide a focused review of several wines from a single winery--this month is the fast-growing Hyatt Vineyards. Another not-to-be-missed item is our Meet the President Wine Tasting on Saturday May 18, featuring wines from Waterbrook.

Enjoy!

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WINESQUIRE FEATURES & PICKS FOR MAY 2002
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-- Event:"Meet the President Wine Tasting" - May 18 at Esquin.
-- "Hyatt Vineyards" - Winery Spotlight.
-- "2000 Vintage Report: Part 2" - Europe.
-- "Historic Chateauneuf" - 700 year tradition in wine.
-- "Welcome Shari Kosco" - Meet WineSquire's newest contributor.
-- Product of the Month
-- Squire Value Picks
-- Squire Cellar Picks
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-- EVENT:"MEET THE PRESIDENT WINE TASTING"
Join John Schultz, President of WineSquire.com, and other WineSquire members for an afternoon of tasting wines from one of the great Washington State wineries: Waterbrook.
WHEN: Saturday, 18 May 2002, 1pm to 4pm
WHERE: Esquin Wine Shop in Seattle
http://www.winesquire.com/waterbrook.htm

-- HYATT VINEYARDS WINERY SPOTLIGHT, By John Schultz
This Washington winery has been on the rise as of late and increased sales in 2001 over 2000 by about 25%! With the wines tasted by the WineSquire tasting group it is easy to see why...
http://www.winesquire.com/articles/hyatt.htm

-- 2000 VINTAGE REPORT: PART 2: EUROPE, By Jens Strecker
In this three part series, we will visit the vineyards of the Southern Hemisphere, Europe and North America, reviewing the weather and other impacts on the vineyards of the focus area in 2000 and discussing what the 2000 vintage from this region has to offer.
http://www.winesquire.com/articles/jens0205.htm

-- HISTORIC CHATEAUNEUF, By Robin Garr
This first-rate wine destination produces an international favorite with 700 years of tradition...
http://www.winesquire.com/articles/wlp0205.htm

-- WELCOME SHARI KOSCO, Squire Notes
WineSquire would like to welcome our newest wine writer and Local Wine Personality, Shari Kosco. Shari has an extensive background in international wine trade and marketing and has a great deal of experience in technical writing and wine business analysis...

-- PRODUCT OF THE MONTH: LABEL-OFF WINE LABEL REMOVERS
If you like to save special wine labels, this is a must have item for many of today's hard to remove labels. These clear adhesive sheets remove labels quickly and safely, making this once tedious task fun and easy!
http://www.winesquire.com/biz/products.htm#labelof

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-- SQUIRE VALUE PICKS
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1. Columbia Winery Columbia Valley Syrah 1999 (Washington) $12
2. Joseph Drouhin Saint Veran 2000 (France) $11
3. Robert Mondavi Pinot Noir "Private Selection" 2000 (California) $10
4. Hyatt Chardonnay 1999 (Washington) $11
5. Casa de la Ermita 2000 (Spain) $12
6. Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Noir NV (California) $18
7. Pago de los Cappelanes Ribera del Duero 1999 (Spain) $16
8. Chateau Ste. Michelle Eroica Riesling 2001 (Washington) $20
9. Chateau Pitray Bordeaux 2000 (France) $10
10. Ryan Patrick Vineyard Chardonnay 2000 (Washington) $16

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

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-- SQUIRE CELLAR PICKS
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1. Hyatt Syrah 1999 (Washington) $21
2. Austin Robaire Cabernet Sauvignon 1999 (Washington) $25
3. Andrake Cellars Merlot 2000 (Washington) $30
4. Chateau St. Jean Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma County 1999 (California) $27
5. Terra Blanca Syrah 1999 (Washington) $21
6. Charles Cimicky Red Blend 1998 (Australia) $20
7. Arrowood Grand Archer Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma County 1999 (California) $22
8. Dashe Cellars Zinfandel Todd Brothers Ranch Alexander Valley 1999 (California) $27
9. Beringer Private Reserve Chardonnay 1999 (California) $36
10. Ranch Zabaco Zinfandel Dry Creek Valley Stefani Vineyard 1999 (California) $23

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

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