At one of the most respected and prestigious wine competitions, a panel of international judges sorted through 258 wines that already have earned top medals at more than 30 competitions this year.

Maryhill was fortunate enough to win not only the TOP PRIZE but SEVEN others!

WINE RATINGS:

Double Platinum: The judges deem the wine a unanimous Platinum. This occurs rarely, and such wines should be considered collectible.
Platinum: The best of the best, Platinum shines above all others because of its superior qualities and should be highly sought after.
Double Gold: An exquisite wine with superb varietal characteristics. Among the best wines in the Pacific Northwest.
Gold: A delicious wine that shines under the scrutiny of multiple professional judgings and must not be overlooked.
Best Buy: A red wine that is $15 and under or a white or rose wine that is $10 and under.

BEST OF THE BEST – DOUBLE PLATINUM AWARD

2006 Rose of Sangiovese - $14.00
We’re quickly coming to the conclusion that Sangiovese makes some of the best roses in Washington, and this superb wine gives us no reason to doubt that thinking. Craig Larson is Maryhill’s new winemaker, and he’s nailed this wine perfectly in his first vintage with the destination winery in the Columbia Gorge. This offers bright aromas of fresh and baked cherries with a sweet spice component, followed by bold and harmonious flavors of raspberries and cherries. It’s deliciously dry with plenty of acidity and utterly flawless. A textbook example of what rose’s potential is in the Pacific Northwest.

Double Gold (Grand Harvest Awards), Gold (Northwest Wine Summit, Riverside Int’l Wine Competition).

PLATINUM

2004 Reserve Zinfandel (Sold out at the winery. If you’re lucky you will still find it in the market) - $36.00
A few years ago, Maryhill entered one of its first Zins in a wine competition in Sonoma County that included 200 California Zinfandels. Much to the judges’ chagrin…and our delight…. The Maryhill wine was awarded the No.1 Zin. The Goldendale, Washington winery now makes two levels of Zinfandel, and the gold rush has not slowed one bit. This offers aromas of raspberries and black pepper, followed by flavors of sweet red and black fruit, loads of chocolate and a complex blend of spices. “It’s as good as or better than a lot of California Zins,” our Sonoma County judge declared.

Double Gold (Grand Harvest Awards), Gold (Northwest Wine Summit, Riverside Int’l Wine Competition).

DOUBLE GOLD

2004 Cabernet Sauvignon - $24.00
A three-time winner of gold in 2007, this affordable Cab uses grapes from nearby Tudor Vineyard as well as fruit from the Wahluke Slope. It shows off refined aromas of ripe cherries and hints of oak, followed by rich, dark, delicious flavors of bold, intense fruit. It has the structure to age a few years, but it is oh so good right now.

Best of Show (Washington), Gold (Grand Harvest Awards, Northwest Wine Summit).

DOUBLE GOLD

2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon - $36.00
Owners Craig and Vicki Leuthold have done everything right since opening their winery in 2001. Between the views of the Columbia River Gorge and Mount Hood, their amphitheater and their wines, the Leutholds have been on a roll. This highly regarded reserve Cab is a big wine with aromas of black currants, chocolate and leather, followed by dark flavors of ripe black fruit. The up-front tannins melt away by midpalate, ushering in a plush finish.

Double Gold (Grand Harvest Awards), Gold (Northwest Wine Summit, Riverside Int’l Wine Competition).

DOUBLE GOLD & Best Buy!

2005 Winemaker’s Blend (Sold out at the winery, 2006 vintage available) - $15.00
This Bordeaux-style red blend is nicely priced and also is beautifully made it shows off aromas and flavors of blueberries, black currants, black pepper and toasted walnuts.

Gold (Grand Harvest Awards)

GOLD
2004 Syrah - $20.00
This 2004 Syrah has already won much acclaim even before its release including an “Outstanding” rating in the Seattle Vintner’s Awards and two Gold Medals. Starting with a lively bouquet filled with subtle plum and dried fruits such as cranberry and cherry, this Syrah shows hints of allspice, redcurrant jelly and boysenberry on the palate leading to a finish of smoky leather and black cherry.

Gold (NW Wine Summit, Int’l Eastern Wine Competition)

GOLD
2006 Pinot Gris - $16.00
This Pinot Gris is a perennial summer favorite that will tempt your senses with lively notes of soft apple, peach and pear. On the palate the peach becomes deeper with rich flavors of nectarine and a subtle touch of pineapple, leading to a cleansing apple finish with a trace of citrus.

Gold (Indy Int’l, Seattle Wine Awards of Excellence), Best of Class (Long Beach Grand Cru Awards)

GOLD
2006 Viognier - $17.50
Year after year the Viognier is Maryhill’s top selling wine and a constant Gold Medal winner. A seductive varietal, this lovely bottle will tempt you with its intense aroma of dried apricots, ripe peach and honeysuckle. The rich texture envelopes your mouth with flavors of baked peaches, soft French vanilla and a lingering hint of orange blossom.

Gold (Seattle Wine Awards of Excellence, Long Beach Grand Cru Awards)

To place your order or to see more Maryhill wines and awards please visit www.maryhillwinery.com

You may also call 877-627-9445 ext. “0” and a Maryhill staff member will be happy to help you.

Happy Holidays from all of us at Maryhill Winery!