2008 - 2006 Red Wine, Gordon Bros. Estate Vineyards
Artist Expression 2008 is a unique blend of equal portions of Merlot, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon from the world-renowned Gordon Brothers estate vineyards. The 2006 vintage was yet another year of perfect grape growing weather in Washington State. After a wetter than normal spring, a long, hot summer blossomed, decreasing the quantity harvested, but increasing the quality. Autumn was ideal with dry and warm conditions, making harvest pleasant and flavors perfect.

This artistic blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah greets the nose with bright aromas of black cherry, followed by darker aromas of leather, spice, and dark chocolate. This full-bodied, rich wine has a velvety mouth-feel with flavors of cherry, cassis, and creamy espresso filling the palate. The lingering finish invites you to go back and taste it again and again. Savor a glass of this wine while you contemplate the true art of winemaking.

In 1980, Washington State University alumni Jeff and Vicki Gordon, along with Jeff’s brother Bill, decided to plant wine grapes on a sagebrush-covered slope overlooking the Snake River in southeastern Washington’s Columbia Valley. At that time there were only 19 wineries in Washington and less than 5,000 acres of wine grapes in production. In 1983, Gordon Brothers released their first small lot of Chardonnay produced from their estate vines. Since then, the winery has grown in both production and world acclaim.

In 2001, Jeff and Vicki’s daughter and son-in-law, Katie and Marc Nelson, joined the family business. Katie manages marketing and brand development while Marc is learning the craft of managing the vineyards.

This year Gordon Brothers Family Vineyards is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Cheers to another incredible 25 years of superb winemaking!