Chateau Ste. Michelle Late Harvest White Riesling 'Ethos' 2006

What is the single most important white wine from Washington State EVER?

Chateau Ste. Michelle's 'Ethos' Late Harvest White Riesling Columbia Valley 2006!


Why?

The Paul Gregutt Wine Enthusiast review:

"This is just this side of unctuous, a decadently ripe, rich and buttery late-harvest Riesling. The residual sugar is 23%, the alcohol is a moderate 8%, and the balance is impeccable. Beyond the fruit flavors of peach, apricot, banana, mango, papaya and melon, there is butter and butterscotch, trailing into sweet tea and honey. This wine moves gracefully across the palate, tossing new flavors into the mix as it dances to a multiminute finale."

Mr. Gregutt enjoyed the wine so much, he gave it the highest marks he has ever given a Washington white wine: 96 POINTS!

The Harvey Steiman Wine Spectator review:

"Has amazing balance and depth, splaying out its lime-scented apricot and honey flavors, then pulling it all together into a tremendously long, exquisitely balanced finish that hints at all sorts of spice and floral notes. An utterly seamless wine that has the balance to age gracefully. Drink now through 2026."

Mr. Steiman one-upped Mr. Gregutt's score and gave it the highest marks he has ever given a Washington white wine: 97 POINTS!

You can enjoy a bottle of the Ste. Michelle 'Ethos' Late Harvest White Riesling Columbia Valley 2006 at the Ocean Crest Restaurant for $75.00.


There is literally no better way to finish a fine meal than with this wine. And that is what we are going to do!

On Friday, January 22, 2010, the Ocean Crest Resort will feature a winemaker dinner unlike any other. Named "The Best of the Northwest," the dinner will feature six of the most important wines from Washington and Oregon.

The line-up of wines for "The Best of the Northwest" dinner includes:

• 2006 Ken Wright Nysa Vineyard Pinot Noir (93 points - Wine Spectator)
  
• 2006 K Vintners 'Royal City' Syrah (100 points, Paul Gregutt of the Wine Enthusiast)
• 2006 Andrew Will 'Sorella' (95 points - Wine Spectator)
• 2005 Leonetti Merlot (95 points - Wine Enthusiast , 92 points - Wine Spectator)
• 2005 Quilceda Creek Cabernet Sauvignon (100 points - Wine Advocate, 96 points - Wine Enthusiast, 94 points - Wine Spectator)
• 2006 Chateau Ste. Michelle 'Ethos' Late Harvest White Riesling (97 points - Wine Spectator, 96 points - Wine Enthusiast)

Reservations can be made by phone by calling 1-800-684-8439 or by e-mail at stephen@oceancrestresort.com.

Cheers!

Stephen Pavletich
Wine & Spirits Director
Ocean Crest Resort