Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Hello Wine O's,

How we doing this lovely rainy Tuesday? Everyone survive the weekend. I want to thank all of you who made it to, and survived my red blend tasting. Good times, and congrats to the winners........................and losers. I won't mention any names.

Live music tomorrow night from 6-8. What better way to spend a rainy, drizzly evening than in the company of some friends with a glass of Cabernet or Pinot in your glass, a little conversation, and some acoustic guitar in the back ground. This can all be yours for the low price of, ........crap, just pay for the glass of wine and your good. What a deal.

Friday night should be fun, Jason Bull, Wine maker at David Hill, and myself will be here pouring. Jason just released his own label, Zimri Cellars, a delightful robust Pinot Noir & a creamy Chardonnay. I will be pouring some new releases from Ramazzotti Cellars. A winning combo if I say so myself. We will have lots of fun so don't miss out.

I have 9 tickets left for the Apolloni Wine Maker Dinner on March 14th from 6-10pm. Dinner is at the winery and tickets are 55 per person. Any questions please email me at scott@thewinebehren.com or call me at 503-359-1967.

Saturday night we might be graced with the smooth sounds of EJ Bazea, all depends if he kicks his sore throat by then. Good luck EJ.

Ciao for now.

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

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Howdy Enophiles,

Live MUSIC tomorrow, Wednesday night, 5-8 pm. No cover. Come down for a glass and relax and listen to some acoustic guitar. See you here.

This Friday night I have the beautiful Danelle from Cowan Vineyards here. Her and her parents own and run Cowan Winery out of Prosser Washington. These wines from a little family run operation are every thing you would expect from a small hands on winery. Great wines for a great price.

Currently Available Wines
2005 Gewürztraminer:
Think of biting into a juicy pineapple. A dry wine that is great with food. The classic aromas of minerals, pears, apricots, grapefruit zest, and delicate spices are abundant in this Gewürztraminer. $12.00
2007 Red Head Rosé:
Far beyond your everyday Rosé this 100% Cabernet Franc Rosé is beautifully focused to show off off the softer, lighter side of the grape varietal.The enticing hint of spice (cinnamon, clove) and crab apple flavors are balanced with just the right amount of acidity for a long, smooth, satisfying finish.$11.00
2004 Merlot:
The clay soil in our estate vineyard contributes rich fruit, moderate tannins and unique balance. It starts off with smoke and cherry in the nose and fills the mouth with cherries, plum and hints of licorice.$16.00
2004 Cabernet Franc:
Dried strawberries, a bit of leafiness and black cherry aromas evolve into more red fruit flavors of strawberry/rhubarb. It's juicy, silky smooth and medium-bodied for a wide range of food applications.$18.00
2004 Cabernet Sauvignon:
Cowan Vineyards estate grown Cabernet grapes gives this wine solid tannins which provides perfect balances for drinking now or cellaring for a few years. Allowing this wine to breathe enhances the subtle berries and licorice flavors.$17.50
2004 Tartan Red:
This is a masterful blend of 12% Cabernet Franc, 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 42% Merlot each displaying their unique characteristics. It is big on pomegranates and pie cherries with pipe tobacco and a bit of bell pepper. $18.00
NEW & for a limited time: 2007 Muscat Canelli.
This fragrant, unique wine is well balanced with a touch of sweetness. It has flavors of peach & orange - good for sipping & savoring. $15.00

The Wine Behren will close early Saturday night. 7 pm. I apologize for the inconvenience.

Ciao for now.

Tuesday, February 10, 2009

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Happy Tuesday everyone,

Hope your enjoying the snow. Phil, the groundhog said 6 more weeks, guess he wasn't lieing.

Dam over grown squirrel. Any hoot.

Thank you Bacchus and Tom Kelly from Small Vineyards for making our Italian tasting & class a huge success. Everyone had a good times and the wines were amazing. Sorry if you missed it.
Next one will be a high end South America class & tasting. Time and date to come.

Tomorrow there is live music, so come on down for a glass of wine and enjoy some live acoustic guitar. Music is from 6-8, no cover.

Friday night I have Premium Vintage here and Rupert has picked up a new line of Italian wines and he will be pouring these wines for you on Friday. Tasting is from 5-8 and there is a $5.00 tasting fee.

Saturday is Valentines Day so do not to buy your sweet heart something nice. And no, not a bottle of wine, maybe one with dinner.

The Hearts for Habitat Gala is Saturday night as well and I will be closing around 5 this evening as I have to attend.

Thanks.

The Wine Behren

Tuesday, February 3, 2009

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Good day all,

What a beautiful day. And boy do I have an action packed week for you.

Ready...............? On your marks, get set........................and away we go.

Tomorrow is 1st Wednesday. Our first one of the year. February is always Sweet Words. Here we celebrate our local authors with book readings, and signings, along with some tasty chocolates from local chocolateers. And to wash down that tasty treat we have 8 wineries in town for your tasting pleasure.

I will have Barking Frog Wines here. A Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, Syrah and the Ice wine made out of Syrah. A great line up to accompany Chocolates by Dawn Houser.

There will be live music here as well tomorrow night, so, come on out and enjoy an evening of wine, chocolate, and music. What more could you ask for?

Thursday night as always is Thirsty Thursday here at 2004 Main St. Grendel's and my self offer drink specials every Thursday night.

For Friday night we have Alfredo Apolloni here pouring his line up. Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Blanc, Pinot Noir, Syrah, and his Super Tuscan and the Late Harvest Viognier.
Just in time to get reacquainted with Apolloni wines because coming up in March Alfredo is our featured wine maker for my next Wine Maker Dinner, March 14th at the winery. Tickets are on sale now and are $55.00 per person. Limited space so get'em while you can.

Saturday night is my big Italian high end tasting/class. I still have a few tickets left for this as well. Tickets are $50.00 per person and includes 7 wines and heavy hor'derves. This class is from 6-9. You don't want to miss this one. Trust me.

So, as you can see a busy week. Hope to see yo all out and about this week.

Thanks