Without engaging in any exaggeration, Ansel Willamette Valley Pinot noir was THE surprise Pinot deal of the last year. We didn't see it coming and couldn't have predicted the tidal wave-like response from you all. Eight months after the 2017 sold out, we still get a couple emails a week asking "is there any of that Ansel available?"
Today we're stoked to be able to answer in the affirmative: Ansel is back, with an entirely new label but the same theme: this is a major "insider" deal, made from seriously high-end juice from wineries which can't be named (legally). And it tastes expensive. You recognize immediately by the texture and feel, which are decidedly NOT $20. But the price is and that's all that matters!
How this stacks up to the much-loved 2017: you'll think we're B.S.-ing but the 2018 is a better overall wine. It has the same luxurious feel but better overall balance (and a notch lower alcohol at 13.9%). We'll leave it to you to decide but as we said last time, this is an absolutely dynamite deal in Willamette Valley Pinot which has a lusciousness rarely found in $20 Pinot.
Some wines speak to the past, some are here and now, others offer glimpses at how the Willamette Valley might evolve. Only one winery encompasses it all–storied past, delicious present, thrilling future: Eyrie.
Temporary hours (Covid) We're available by phone 503.206.8589 from 9 am to 5 pm Pacific time, Monday through Friday, by appointment Saturday, and closed Sunday.
The shop is temporarily not open to the public. You may always reach us by email:
andy@northwest-wine.com and marcus@northwest-wine.com
Build a Case
Make sure you always get a discount by using Build a Case. How it works:
If you haven't found a full case (12 bottles) to buy today, start your Build a Case now by purchasing a few bottles online, by phone or email. If you order online, select the Build a Case option. If by phone or email, just ask us to add the bottles to a Build a Case for you. You'll receive order confirmation and we'll cellar the wines for you at no charge.
Add to your case whenever you see wines you can't resist. Each time you add to your Build a Case, you'll be charged the discounted price.
When you complete your case, we'll apply a shipping rate and contact you to schedule your case for shipment.
Because of finite space in our warehouse, we kindly ask that you complete your Build a Case within six months. Please email or call us with any questions.
