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Let me say without reservation: this is the best Pacific Northwest Viognier I've tasted. It is the definition of balance, where everything is in its place. Gorgeous fruit and texture, floral and mineral accents, ripe fruit and fresh acidity. Not ... |
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For the wine drinker who does not like Chardonnay. The winemaker describes it as "lemon cream fruit under a woodsy note, and pure mineral in the back." This Chard is sourced from the Whistling Ridge vineyard which is considered to be one of the be... |
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Clover is 100% Pinot Gris from the Bishop Creek Vineyard but is not produced like a typical pinot gris. This wine has had more time to ferment, rest and age than your typical Pinot gris and is marketed as a "white wine". See for yourself.
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Flavors of sweet citrus, fennel pollen and fruit salad and the perfect balance of secret sweetness and lingering acidity. Grab it quickly, it will most likely sell out by Memorial Day.
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This pale pink Rosé evokes roses, white tea, stone fruit and watermelon rind.
Matello is produced by one of the smallest wineries in Oregon, the Mad Wines Company, but still makes 4 Pinot Noir bottlings with a total production of aroun... |
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Marcus Goodfellow's 2009 wines are on the leader board for the vintage just as the 2008's were among my favorites last year.
We recently tasted through all of his 2009 vintage wines and the brightest star in my book was the Winter's Hill P... |
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I taste a ton of Oregon Pinot and in my opinion, this is the best value Oregon Pinot on the market right now. There is so much packed into this wine: beautifully vivid flavors, surprising density and persistence, perfect balance. Seriously, if th... |
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2009 Wine Advocate - 91 points - The 2009 Pinot Noir Souris is a two vineyard blend fermented with native yeasts and aged for 18 months in used barrels. It is a forward, easy-going wine with an attractive spicy perfume, savory r... |
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Matello's Hommage favors grace, elegance and structure. Licorice-tinted black cherry provides the base - flavors fan out in all directions, from floral to sweet to savory. Delicious, cellar-worthy Pinot. Highly recommended.
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The nose is driven by pure cherry fruit, floral tones, hints of savory herb, red earth and wild botanical notes. The palate is firm underneath plush cherry fruit, with strong, linear notes of red fruits. - the winemaker
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Matello Pinot Gris 2010
$15.95 Retail
$14.35
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Sourced from the Whistling Ridge Vineyard, this dry, crisp 100% Pinot Gris has a richness that balances a bright series of flavors and a long finish. Enjoy as an accompaniment to seafood in a luxurious cream sauce or just by itself.
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Matello Carey Creek Riesling 08
$17.45 Retail
$15.70
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Indie Producer with Hands-off Approach to Pinot
Matello is produced by one of the smallest wineries in Oregon, the Mad Wines Company, but still makes 4 Pinot Noir bottlings with a total production of around 500 cases. Pro... |
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Matello Fool's Journey 09
$29.95 Retail
$26.95
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Only 80 cases made. Matello owner and winemaker Marcus Goodfellow was affectionately called a "little fool" by friends when he decided to start making wine in 2008. He celebrates his nickname with this Fools Journey Syrah/Viognier blend.
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Matello Caprice 09
$15.95 Retail
$14.35
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This white blend is 80% Pinot Blanc and 20% Pinot Gris. It has notes of white flowers, smokiness and hints of passionfruit and mango. Rich in texture, this refreshing wine has mouth-watering acidity that makes it a perfect accompaniment to a wid... |
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Matello is one of the Willamette Valley's smaller wineries. Don't let size fool you, since Matello makes some of the most outstanding Pinot noir and white wines in Oregon. Owner and winemaker Marcus Goodfellow is a star of the indie wine set in Portland, well-known among Portland's "foodies".
