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