It looks to be a fine weather here in Madrona as the sun burns its way through the morning haze that makes one think of wildfires and be thankful that we live on this side of the mountains.  This weekend at Madrona Wine we are getting back to basics with two days of tastings.

French is the new black, and Saturday we’re pouring some sleek, elegant and stylish wines from France that offer a solid foundation for any meal. You don’t want to miss the L’Opaline, Provence Rosé and the 2010 Xavier Gigondas is on a class by itself.

Sunday we’ll be pouring two Sangiovese meant for everyday enjoyment.  One is from the Old World.  One is closer to home.  Come see which world you prefer.
2013 Loggia del Franchi Sangiovese $9
The L & F is a good everyday Sangi from Puglia with spicy aromas, plum and dark cherry flavors and a touch of old world earth.

2014 Cavatappi, Sangiovese  $10
A juicy Washington Sangiovese jumps in a great price due to it being Washington Wine Month once again.  It is a nice friendly little sipper.  Special price for the month of August.

Swing on by and join us.

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 from 11-5.