A Seattle Christmas /Maryhill Winery/Salty's On Alki

The northwest is very chilly this time of year,but I will brave the elements as we enjoy great Washington wines from Maryhill winery ,and the food of Salty's On Alki.We should get right to the tasting notes as we have two and maybe three wines for this feature.I have enjoyed the wines from Maryhill for years,and they have become one of the best from this part of the world. Zinfandel, 2011 Tasting Notes: Scarlet color. Subtle floral aromas open up into a broad clove spice, ceylon cinnamon stick, and assam tea aroma. Well-balanced and nicely layered with hints of chocolate-cherry, ripe red fruit and wood notes which expand throughout the long and elegant finish. Appellation: Columbia Valley Vineyard Source(s): Alder Ridge Vineyard, Clifton Hill Vineyard, Gunkel Vineyards (Estate) Alcohol Content: 14.8% Fermentation: Aged in 60% new Oak (10% American, 5% European, 45% French) for 20 months Varietal Composition: 100% Zinfandel I love Zinfandel! /this wine was perfect with the lamb. Merlot, 2010 RSV Acclaim: Silver - Winemaker Challenge; Silver - Dallas Morning News Tasting Notes: Deep earthy notes accentuated by a roasted, charred character enhanced by herbal notes of rosemary and thyme. Soft on the palate with enticing aromas of red fruit. Appellation: Columbia Valley Vineyard Source(s): Les Collines Vineyard, Elephant Mountain Vineyard Alcohol Content: 14.5% Ca Varietal Composition: 100% Merlot I also tried the Grenache with this dish and all the wines worked well. Folks I'm going to head back to the Inn At The Market for a brief rest. Click here and join us for a great food and wine pairing. Carry On!