WineSquire.com Mail Archive - December 2002

WineSquire.com Mail
June 2003 - Vol.4 No.6

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Dear Friends, Associates, and Wine Enthusiasts,
First, like all people who appreciate good wine, we must recognize Robert Mondavi, who is celebrating his 90th birthday this month. Over the years, this icon of California winemaking has literally touched us all, and has made our lives better for it, through wine. Please join us in wishing Bob the Very Happiest of Birthdays!

Official "Summer" is just days away but the season for summer wines has already begun. Light whites, juicy reds, refreshing Sangrias... Summer delights in the lighter side of wine! Speaking of delights, don't miss the Mad Wine Summer Tasting coming up June 24th. Also lined up for you this month are some winning whites and a review of the best "affordable" wines for every day.
Enjoy!

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WINESQUIRE FEATURES & PICKS FOR JUNE 2003
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-- EVENT: Mad Wine Summer Tasting in Freemont, 24 June 2003
-- "Robert Mondavi Turns 90!" - Bob Rocks!
-- "Ultimate Oyster Wine Version 2003" - Winning Shellfish Wines
-- "The Best Little Wine Shop in West Seattle" - Discover It!
-- "Great Wines Don't Have to be Priciest" - Affordable Luxury
-- "Front or Back?" - Wacky Wine Regulations
-- Ask the Squire Question of the Month
-- Product of the Month: "Discover Washington Wines"
-- Squire Value Picks
-- Squire Cellar Picks

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-- EVENT: MAD WINE SUMMER TASTING IN FREEMONT, 24 JUNE 2003
Join the Mad Wine Gang for an evening of tasting wines from around the world at the Ballroom in Freemont. A wide variety of superb quality wines and many different varietals will be poured, with a fine selection of light hors d’oeuvres included with the tasting fee.
http://www.winesquire.com/mwswt.htm

-- ROBERT MONDAVI TURNS 90!, By John Schultz
From the highly acclaimed and limited production Opus One, to Woodbridge which sells millions of cases each year, Robert Mondavi has brought the entire spectrum of quality and value at every price to the wine drinkers of the world.
http://www.winesquire.com/articles/jws0306.htm

-- ULTIMATE OYSTER WINE VERSION 2003, By John Schultz
Once again the season has come and gone for oyster wine hunting. Even if you’re not a fan of the famous bi-valve, these wines, in addition to being wines of superb quality, will also go with a wide variety of seafood and shellfish.
http://www.winesquire.com/articles/jws0306oyster.htm

-- THE BEST LITTLE WINE SHOP IN WEST SEATTLE, By John Schultz
Philanthropist/musician/computer programmer and Wine enthusiast "Bear" Silverstein owns and runs this oasis of interesting wines. If you want to see the bright future of Washington State wines, visit Bear and pick up a few hard to find gems.
http://www.winesquire.com/articles/jws0306wsc.htm

-- GREAT WINES DON'T HAVE TO BE PRICIEST, by Bob Woehler
In this whirlwind era of new wineries where every new vintage seems to be priced at $25, $50 or more, it's time to step back and remember the good old days when you could buy most wines at under $10 a bottle.
http://www.winesquire.com/articles/bw0306.htm

-- FRONT OR BACK?, By Robin Garr
How can a round bottle have a front or a back? It's the label, obviously, that determines which way the wine merchant will display wine on the shelf. But sometimes, in the wacky world of wine regulations, what you and I would call the back label is legally the front.
http://www.winesquire.com/articles/wlp0306.htm

-- ASK THE SQUIRE QUESTION OF THE MONTH
Q: I had a glass of wine the other night that was recommended by the Wine Steward, called Viognier. I've never had this wine before, it was wonderful. Is this a blended wine like Bordeaux or a single type of grape? -J. Walter
See the answer at: http://www.winesquire.com/ask/index.htm

-- PRODUCT OF THE MONTH: Discovering Washington Wines
The first comprehensive, consumer-friendly guide to one of the world's most exciting wine growing regions. This book explains why Washington State is on the cutting edge of superb premium wines, and provides a knowledgeable overview of this important wine region's history, major appellations, notable wineries, and leading wines by type. Makes an ideal companion gift to a bottle of Washington wine!
http://www.winesquire.com/biz/books.htm#dww

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-- SQUIRE VALUE PICKS
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1. La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi Pinot Grigio 2001 (California) $14
2. Domaine Des Cassagnoles Cotes De Gascogne 2002 (France) $8
3. Cline Mourvedre "Ancient Vines" Contra Costa County 2001 (California) $13
4. Periquita 1999 (Portugal) $9
5. Domaine Baron Rothschild (Lafite) Rouge Reserve 2000 (France) $11
6. Shingleback Cabernet Sauvignon McLaren Vale 2001 (Australia) $20
7. Beaulieu Vineyard Chardonnay Carneros 2000 (California) $17
8. Trevor Jones "Red Cebo" Rose Barossa Valley 2001 (Australia) $12
9. Dudley Partners Porky Flat Kangaroo Island Shiraz 2000 (Australia) $14
10. Chateau Trocard Bordeaux Superieur 2000 (France) $10

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

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-- SQUIRE CELLAR PICKS
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1. Maryhill Zinfandel 2001 (Washington) $28
2. Benessere Sangiovese Napa Valley 1999 (California) $27
3. Selvapiana Bucherchiale Chianti Rufina Riserva 1999 (Italy) $27
4. Guenoc Genevieve Magoon Vineyard Unfiltered Reserve Chardonnay 2000 (California) $24
5. David Traeger Shiraz 1998 (Australia) $28
6. Ryan Patrick Red Blend 2000 (Washington) $25
7. Andrake Cellars Reserve Red Mountain 2001 (Washington) $44
8. Castello di Meleto Fiore 1998 (Italy) $39
9. Gustavo Thrace Zinfandel Chiles Valley 1999 (California) $21
10. Mac Murray Ranch Pinot Noir Russian River 2000 (California) $29

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

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