Forgeron Cellars

FIRST FLIGHT ~  Winter Vegetable Soup with Honey Yoghurt and Chive Oil

2010 Chardonnay  (Barrel Regime) 100% French Oak, 1/3 new & 2/3 used
We like to use multiple vineyards in our quest to produce our very unique, consistent, signature Chardonnay. By sourcing from many terroirs, some cooler and some warmer, we consistently craft the complex, rich, and full bodied yet deliciously crisp, refreshing Chardonnay we are so famous for. An unusually cool 2010 Spring & Summer lead into a consistently warm Fall, producing balanced, elegant wines with lower alcohol and higher acidity. 

Peach and pear take center stage with this bright Chardonnay! Possessing a clean nose that kicks things off with gentle hints of oak, caramel apple, and floral perfume, it is balanced with the pretty acids of apricot, star fruit and ruby red grapefruit flavors. Exceptional Burgundian winemaking results in exceptional wine - our 2010 Chardonnay is again an extraordinary one whose richness is balanced by good acidity and light minerality. Grenache Blanc brings an intense vibrancy to the structure & body, its zesty tang punctuating the tropical fruits and tart finish. This sought-after Chardonnay is one you can and should stock up on!

Rich Fettucine Alfredo, Truffle Mac & Cheese, or mussels are a perfect compliment for our 2010 Chardonnay. If you're feeling decadent, Foie gras and our 2010 Vigneron Select Chardonnay is a match made in Heaven!

2010 Ambiance, Southern Rhone Blend  (Columbia Valley)  Blend: 47% Grenache Blanc, 36% Marsanne, 17% Orange Muscat
Every so often you discover a wine that takes your mind away from the everyday and magically transports you to a crisp Spring afternoon of relaxing in the sun of Provence. Our 2nd edition of Ambiance, a blend of Grenache Blanc, Marsanne and Orange Muscat, is again inspired by the white wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Each varietal brings unique characteristics to the wine to create a special atmosphere of pure enjoyment.

The crisp, full nose greets you with delicious aromas of orange peel, peach & honeydew melon. The Grenache Blanc brings great character with a spicy core, bright citrus and pretty acids. Then Marsanne contributes the powerful structure of this wine with kiwi, melon and hints of honey, while adding the dry Orange Muscat gives the wine refreshing balance and lush tropical fruits. Thanks to the neutral French oak this wine was aged in, our 2010 Ambiance is a full bodied wine with gorgeous spirituality, beautifully balanced acids and an elegant, lingering finish!

Having an intimate celebration for two? Pair this wine with grilled mussels for the perfect "Ambiance." It is equally enjoyable for any night of the week with Lemon Roast Chicken, Prawn Fettuccini Alfredo or Grilled Baby Lobster Tail.

SECOND FLIGHT ~ Cayettes with Winter Greens and Mustard Sauce 

2007 Klipsun Vineyard Merlot (Red Mountain)  Blend: 100% Merlot
Ideal Spring 2007 conditions lead into slightly lower but uneven Summer temperatures. Slightly cool, yet perfectly sunny and dry Fall weather allowed for flavor development, acid balance, and ripeness.  2007 is an excellent vintage for Merlot with balance to allow for a decade of aging. 
The Motto of our 2007 Klipsun Merlot is "Go Big or Go...Bigger"! Our second Klipsun Vineyard-designate Merlot is the essence of Red Mountain with its intense, bold structure that still maintains a fruit-forwardness of complex briary, peppery, wild berry flavors. 

This inky wine exudes rich aromas of vibrant black cherry, chocolate, cedar and herbs, balanced with spicy earthy notes. The full mouth explodes with black currant, dark berries, floral cassis, exotic spice and tannins. The lengthy finish is elegant with incense, vanilla and smoked charcuterie. This voluminous wine has character. With only 42 cases produced, this special wine is extremely limited & not to be missed!

Sharing our 2007 Klipsun Merlot on a special occasion with friends and family is the best way to enjoy it, perhaps with some blackened Prime Rib! For your next dinner party, enjoy a bottle or two with Coco Nib Crusted Petit Filet.

2008 Merlot, (Columbia Valley)  Blend: 86% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Sauvignon
The growing season in 2008 was one of cool spring temperatures & rain with a late start for bud break, followed by a summer of average to slightly below average temperatures. Harvest was 10-14 days later than normal, but summer & early fall were dry. Overall, 2008 was a very good vintage across the board with purity of fruit & balance & fine potential to age based on good acid levels.

Teasing with its floral, spicy cherry & currant aromas, our 2008 Merlot is full-bodied, firm & structured, tight & focused, offering glimpses of what lies ahead with its complex mix of flavors & tightly-wound tannins.  Yet its finesse & refinement are apparent on the lengthy finish.  Our 2008 Merlot is rich with abundant aromas of clove, boysenberry, lilac & brown sugar.  It has an amazing mix of concentrated ripe fruit, spicy notes of mineral & earth combined with lively acids.
The best part of our 2008 Merlot is how enjoyable it is now, especially with a hearty sausage cassoulet or herb-crusted pork loin with Manchego polenta. However, don't be afraid to put some bottles away for a few years. Our 2008 Merlot is definitely age-worthy & will be even more phenomenal given a few additional years in the bottle.

THIRD FLIGHT ~ Red Wine Braised Carlton Farms Bacon with Beluga Lentils and Red Wine Sauce

2008 Les Collines Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla)  Blend: 100% Syrah
Syrah is a special varietal that ripens to reveal complexity, depth, and with age, an elegance few grapes can match. Our first Les Collines Vineyard-designate Syrah is exactly what we hoped for!  It is the essence of Walla Walla Syrah with its complex briary, peppery, wild berry flavors. Produced in very small quantity of only 114 cases, this gem is not to be missed.

This Burmese Ruby colored wine is rich, intense in the classic Syrah style. Enjoy aromas of vibrant blackberry, smoky meats and black pepper containing spicy earthy notes. The mouth is explosive with dark concentrated fruit, floral cassis, exotic spice and tannins.  This a voluminous wine with class and character. 

Sharing our 2008 Les Collines Syrah with friends and family is the best way to enjoy it, perhaps with some rich dark Valhrona chocolate! For your next dinner party, enjoy a bottle or two with spring Leg of Lamb.

2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley)  Blend: 100% Syrah
The growing season in 2008 was one of cool spring temperatures & rain with a late start for bud break, followed by a summer of average to slightly below average temperatures. Harvest was 10-14 days later than normal, but summer & early fall were dry. Overall, 2008 was a very good vintage across the board with purity of fruit & balance & fine potential to age based on good acid levels.

This rich, intense wine offers vibrant pomegranate & black cherry aromas with spicy earth & hint of  eucalyptus, not to mention classic Syrah funk. The mouth has an opulent texture with flavors of dark concentrated blackberry, ripe figs, subtle spice, smoky bacon & silky tannins.  The full body pushes to all corners of the palate with balanced acids.

Nothing could be better than sharing our 2008 Syrah with friends & family. For your next gathering, enjoy a bottle or two with Prime Rib, Duck Saltimbocca, or grilled Portobello Mushrooms stuffed with bacon.