We’re celebrating Independence Day all weekend here at Madrona Wine.

Saturday, we are pouring Red, White & Rosé and if you taste them you won’t be Blue.
2015 Philippe Viallet, Vin de Savoie
2015 Le Galantin Bandol Rosé 
2007 Lopez de Heredia Viña Cubillo
2013 Nathan Gray Cab Sauvignon
Cantina Coviolo, Lambrusco 

Sunday, we’ll be tasting 2 Cork Popping Deals for the 4th or the 3rd if you can’t wait.

2013 Gilbert Cellars, The Grower White  $10
70% Chardonnay, 30% Riesling
An unusual blend of Washington’s two premier white grapes, is made even more mysterious by the fact that there is no mention of the grapes on the label.  The two varietals complement each other perfectly showing off the best qualities of both grapes.  And now it is Xmas in July– Was $15 now $10

2013 Mas Doix, Priorat les Crestes $16
80% Grenache, 10% Carignan, 10% Syrah
Priorate’s Crestes vineyards are situated at a height of 400 meters above sea level on hillsides of pronounced slopes, with the characteristic slate soil called “licorella”. A third of the grapes for les Crestes come from vineyards of more than 50 years-old, and the rest come from vineyards with an average of 15-20 years-old.  The wine has earthy, dark fruits, orange peel, chocolate, leather, cumin, and general freshness which continue in the body along with a boost of oak and dried herbal notes.  Was $25 now $16

Madrona Wine Merchants offers free wine tastings featuring 4-5 selections on a theme every Saturday from 2 until the bottles run out and on Sunday we offer a mini-tasting of two wines all day.