To match your timeless style, drink timeless wines. The ones everyone knows – and knows why they are good. There are six noble grapes out of over 10,000 known varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Riesling, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc. These 6 are known and sought after. Yet there is always something new to explore with them. Go off the beaten path with these wines. Find ones that express where they are made. Don’t worry, we’ll offer ones much harder to find than those in the article.

You love life – if asked to go big or go home, going home is not an option. Bold wines are big. They offer lots of mouthfeel and a rich taste, with lots of tannin. Semillon, for example, has intense honey or lemon. A Syrah, though, will show intense fruit or earthiness, depending on where it’s from. Look for a blend that describes the mix of grapes, and the winemaker’s philosophy.

As a mentor, you want wines that reflect the world around them. You appreciate makers who aren’t afraid to share something different. The natural wine trend resonates with your love . Those makers are concerned with how and where wines are made. Other makers that follow their own path to be true to themselves are also for you. Stay tuned for the stories from the makers here.

Find a different way. Your wines come from makers just like you. They express themselves by the grape, the vineyard location, or in a blend. If it’s a grape you have never heard of – try it. Like Charbono or Carbonic Zin. With us, you’ll also get to hear from the makers directly about what makes this so different. Your people are here. Join us to see what you can discover.

The analysis that goes into wine blending is a perfect fit for your data-driven, always learning approach. Blends are one of the biggest trends in wine. This is due to the judgment involved, allowing each winemaker to make the wine their own. If you want to learn about a winery, ask for their blend. See tips from Washington winemakers.