We've Got Grapes!
We finally made a trip to Zillah for grapes! Everything has been a bit delayed this year. Actually, I think that every year but it really is delayed this year. It's the anticipation for it all to get started, it seems this time of year rolls around and I can't wait to take the first trip to Eastern Washington. Ask me in a few trips how I feel about it... We now have Syrah underway, just one ton so just a single bin right now but we are receiving emails of other grapes ripening as well. These are the smallest Syrah grapes I've ever seen, should be very concentrated wine. If you want to see what it looks like while it is fermenting join us here on the weekends for a little tasting and wine making. We are always open 2 to 5 Saturdays and Sundays.

Upcoming Events
We have a few things going on outside the winery, but the big thing coming up right now at the winery is the Prisoner Release which is set for November 20th. I get more excited about this every year. It is so fun and such a wonderful party that we already have people calling to ask when it is. It is going to be bigger than ever before. And all those Prisoners? They are really behaving themselves and I am certain they will be released for good behavior just in time for their big party.

We will be at Island Lumber on Vashon for their 6th Annual Ladies Night which is Monday November 8th. If you have never been to this, you gotta go, it is a crazy night of price slashing and grabbing good deals! There will be food and we'll be pouring lots of wine!

We'll also be doing an event called the Antiques Quest and Wine at the Glass Museum on October 30th. This is one way to get into the Glass Museum if you've always meant to go but never quite got around to it. Sometimes that's how it happens for me, so if you can relate to this, join me for a bit of wine, music, food, antiques and a wonderful time. To see all the events we'll be hosting or attending, just visit our website at http://www.palousewinery.com/.

I hope this fall season finds you all well, and at some point in time, finds you at Palouse Winery.

Cheers!
Linda

Hello Everyone,

We're ready to release the 4th quarter wines!

I hope you are ready for something really special as this time we are sending out a Petit Verdot which is still very rare in Washington. We made one barrel and we are almost out so once you taste this wine, if you want more please don’t wait to call us. I have a mere 4 cases left! And if George had his way, he would keep it all. We are also sending along nearly the last of the 2005 Eclipse Red Blend. This wine has improved over the years as I am sure all wines will but it has gotten so mellow and rich. Viognier will help these two reds keep company so expect some Golden Pearl with the 2005 Eclipse and the new Petit Verdot which we call Pure Velvet. You can just ask for the Velvet.

For those of you on the delivery program, you can expect to start receiving your wines next week. Everyone else can go ahead and stop by whenever you can. We are thinking of having a party for future pick-ups, but since we are so close to the Prisoner Release Event we didn’t want to do it this time. The Prisoner Release Event is November 20th, so mark your calendars because you won’t want to miss it!

We hope to see you all soon and remember (and tell your friends) we are open for tasting from 2 to 5 every Saturday and Sunday. Remember one of your Palate Club benefits is free tasting so come on by!

Linda