And in honor of Seahawks #7, Tarvaris Jackson, we have 6 European Gems and 1 lovey South American open in his honor… come check out our lineup.

And for the 12^th Man in your life, come pick up a case and receive a 10% discount.

Just a reminder that we will be open today (Monday the 30^th) and tomorrow (Tuesday the 31^st) for those last minute New Year’s Eve emergencies. Stock up on that bubbly while our selection is the greatest.

And while you are in, take a look at the new art show hanging – our shop has gone to the birds!

For the Birds! Featuring new wallpaper birds by Heidi Randall.

There will be an artist reception on Sunday, January 12^th from 3-5pm.

Solstice is here, the days are getting longer, Christmas is coming and New Year’s is just around the corner.  In order to keep up with the Holiday Festivity we’ll be open extra hours.  And of course to pass the time we’ll be tasting an interesting bottle or two throughout the week.  Stop in and see what’s open.

Holiday Hours

Monday 12/23 — Noon to 7

Tuesday 12/24 — Noon to 7

Christmas Day 12/25 — Closed

Thursday 12/26 — Noon to 7

Friday 12/27 — Noon to 7

Saturday 12/28 — 11 to 7

Sunday 12/29 — 11 to 5

Monday 12/30 — Noon to 7

Tuesday 12/31 — Noon to 7

New Year’s Day – Closed

We have added Luxardo Cherries to our Specialty Food Section.

Luxardo – The Original Maraschino Cherries ($18)

Monse Selection 2012 Award Winner. These are not your grandmother’s bleach-dyed recolored Maraschino Cherries — these are the real deal. These candied cherries in Marasca syrup are to perfect complement for your Manhattan. You bought top shelf Bourbon, you bought top shelf Vermouth — why scrimp on the cherry!

Madrona Wine Merchants will be open from 11-3pm on Thanksgivukkah wine emergencies.

Stop on in. We are sampling the 2010 Chateau du Hureau Saumur-Champigny Four a Chaux – a single vineyard Cabernet Franc from the Loire Valley. Originally priced and $22, now $15.

While this year’s American Express Shop Small Saturday (November 30^th) isn’t as lucrative as last year’s promotion… it’s still free money in your pocket.

Here is how it works: register your eligible American Express® Card and get a $10 statement credit when you make a purchase of $10 or more at a qualifying small business location on Nov 30. Registration is limited.

You can register here: https://www.americanexpress.com/us/small-business/Shop-Small/

Madrona Wine Merchants accepts American Express, Visa, MasterCard and cold hard cash. Sorry, trading beads are no longer accepted.

Starting this week Madrona Wine Merchants will be open on Tuesdays from 12-7 in addition to our usual hours.

And for those last minute Thanksgivukkah wine emergencies, we will be open on Thanksgivukkah day from 11am to 3pm – then it’s off to the holiday feast table.

Starting Tuesday November 19^th and running through the end of the year we will be open on Tuesdays from 12-7pm

Come visit us…

Tuesday-Friday 12-7pm

Saturday 11-7pm

Sunday 11-5pm

OPEN MONDAYS THANKSGIVING, CHRISTMAS, and NEW YEARS WEEKS

And we will be open from 11-3 on Thanksgiving Day for those last minute wine emergencies!

Values from Ribera Del Duero

This Sunday takes us to Spain for some summer sippers from the Ribera Del Duero region. Located in north-central Spain, to the southwest of Rioja, the high plain of Ribera del Duero is Tempranillo country, with nearly all of the best wines made entirely or almost all from this variety. As in Rioja, the spring comes late here; summer temperatures can be hot but the nighttime cools considerably at these altitudes, with the result that the wines from this region normally possess decent acidity and avoid overripe character.

Come taste for yourself.

2011 Bodegas Viña Vilano Verdejo    ($10)

Ribera Del Duero

Bodegas Viña Vilano is located in the village of Pedrosa de Duero, province of Burgos, internationally regarded as the most privileged wine-growing region within the Designation of Origin of Ribera del Duero, with 300 hectares of vineyards dating back to its foundation in 1957. A tasty Verdejo with a good mix of tropical fruits and herbal notes. Quaffable.

2007 El Quintanal Joven    ($10)

Tempranillo

Ribera Del Duero

A ripe and fruity old vine Tempranillo was once young but now has a good bit of bottle age on it after 3 months in oak. Still robust. Excellent for appetizers, pastas and red meats. Was $12 now $10

Round three of our Sunday Sippers Series. This week we feature a little trip to France to balance Saturday’s trip to Italy. Château Petit Sonnailler is situated in the heart of Provence near Aurons, a small typical Provence village. The winery dates from the 10th century with the tower added later in the 12th century. The 45-hectare vineyard is located on chalky terrain and is farmed in the traditional way with several ploughings throughout the seasons. The vines are grown between 250 and 290 meters altitude on the North slopes, under the magnificent Provençal sky. Their words not ours, but no matter – come try these lovely French lovelies.

2011 Petit Sonnailler VDP Méditerranée    ($9)
Grenache Blanc
A light and citrusy Mediterranean white. Perfect for Summer weather. 12.5 % ABV.

Was $10 now $9

2011 Petit Sonnailler VDP de Méditerranee Rouge    ($10)
Greanche, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon
A Provence red full of sage and other herbal earthiness.

Was $12 now $10