Current Wine Selection
At Tap & Barrel it is our mission to allow you to taste multiple wines from all parts of the world. We will be rotating 56 wines frequently on our machines, so check back to see our current wine features.
2014 Newsprint Chardonnay 87 pts W.S. Aromas of toast and barrel spices are followed by elegant fruit flavors. It goes down easy Woodinville, WA 2014 Cooper Chardonnay
A complex “Oaked” chardonnay with nice balance of wood and fruit, showing the amazing softness of quality oak, with a nice acidic balance of the fruit quality from Cooper Estate Vineyard. Red Mountain, WA 2014 Scarpetta Frico Bianco
Aromas of fresh cut white flowers, crisp apple and a crisp clean palate with medium weight. Delicious with grilled fish, green vegetables and salad. Italy 2014 Matetic EQ Coastal Sauvignon Blanc- 94 W.S, 90 W.E.
Matetic makes this wine from an estate vineyard planted in 2007, in Casablanca, six miles from the sea. It’s far-coast sauvignon in surround sound, powered by pear scents, candied lemon and fresh herbs. The flavors run deep, and while acidity keeps it refreshing, the wine feels soft and friendly Chile 2015 Julia's Dazzle Rose
90pts W.A Fresh and lively with bright aromas and flavors of ripe strawberries and melon complimented by a racy acidity that lingers across a clean, off-dry finish. Walla Walla, WA 2014 Tapiz Rose of Malbec
Young wine with an intense rosé colour. A seductive nose with a full fruit character touches of ripe cherries and delicate floral hues. Fresh, balanced with a long aftertaste. Great wine for a outdoor meal. Argentina 2012 Baer Star
75% Merlot, 25% Cab Franc #26 on the Enthusiast 100, 94pts W.E.. This wine commands attention with aromas of dried and fresh herbs, black fruit, toast and flowers. The dark fruit flavors are rich, layered and tightly coiled, captivating attention with spot-on balance. Woodinville, WA 2013 Gaurdian Cellar Chalkline
35% Cabernet, 32% Syrah, 25% Merlot and 8% Petit Verdot. Black cherry, blackberry and black pepper on the nose, as well as notes of savory meats, black coffee, vanilla and tobacco. The mouthfeel is harmonious; simply push and velvety. Walla Walla, WA 2014 Amity Vineyard Pinot Noir
Amity Vineyards sits atop the Amity Hills in the Willamette Valley, the heart of Oregon Wine Country. This Pinot brings out raspberry, cherry, chocolate & coffee notes. Willamette Valley, OR 2013 Trentadue La Storia Cuvee 32 Red Wine
Intense cranberry/cherry aromas, contributed by the Sangiovese, followed by deeper red fruit aromas of dark cherry, blueberry and a hint of pomegranate. With more air, the wine shows more complex, yet still developing, aromas and flavors of cocoa, cinnamon, leather and black licorice. Sonoma Valley, CA 2013 Tenet Wine Le Fervent Syrah Costieres de Nimes
91% Syrah, 6% Grenache, 3% Viognier. The nose is both complex and intense, of black plum, china ink, blood orange and hints of pencil lead. A very fresh and vibrant wine with flavors of blueberry, boysenberry liquor and garrigue, underlined by hints of toast andcocoa. It is framed by refined tannins and good acidity. Paterson, WA 2011 Bayonette Côtes du Roussillon Villages
Made in the Languedoc-Roussillon region this blend is grenache, syrah and cariganane. The hand-picked grapes are pressed, and the wine is left in stainless steel so the fruit is the star. There is an elegant ripeness here, and a really complementing acidity, with tannins evident but not bitter. France 2012 19 Crimes Red Blend
This is a delectable blend of 82% Shiraz, 12% Grenache and 6% Mourvèdre from Australia. The nose is rich with slightly over-ripe black and blueberry notes. This is backed by undertones of cinnamon, vanilla and lightly toasted bread. Australia 2013 Chakana Estates Red
Argentenian Merlot, Cab & Syrah Blend. Uplifting, vibrant notes of raspberry, cherry, blackberry and violet. Peppery, clean and fresh – so pure! Seamless structure and an electric, refreshing finish. Mouthwatering and persistent. Argentina |
2014 Poets Leap Riesling
White Wine of the Year- WA Wine Awards. Key lime and fresh citrus peel aromas give way to vivid layers of white peach and stone fruit flavors accented by a pleasant touch of minerality. Walla Walla, WA 2013 Brick House Ribbon Ridge Chardonnay- 90 pts W.S.
. The palate is well balanced, quite "fat" in the mouth with a dash of white pepper, almond and pineapple infusing the light tropical fruit, just a touch of sour lemon popping up on the aftertaste Newberg, OR 2014 Scarpetta Friulano Bianco
Highlighting the classic green almond note of Friulano. Peach skin, ripe strawberries (yes, strawberries in white wine!) Italy 2014 Goats Do Roam White
The Viognier, Roussanne and some of the Grenache blanc for this blend was sourced from the Fairview farm of South Africa. Vibrant light green color in the glass. Complex aromas of white blossom, pear drop and apricots. South Africa 2015 Scarlet Hexflame Rose
Strawberries and watermelon invite you into a cold rosé that smells sweet and drinks dry and refreshing. Fresh flavors of cold melon and pomegranate with strawberries are pure and delicious. Richland, WA 2012 Cana's Feast Rosatta
Stainless Steel fermented, this Oregon wine is fresh, bright and juicy. Hints of watermelon, rhubarb, strawberries, cherries and jolly rancher. Carlton, Oregon 2014 NW Wine Academy Blaufrankisch
Also known as Lemberger. This wine is bright and clear with lively acid and balanced tannins. It is medium bodied with hints of blueberry, Marion berry, and cherry. Oak lends a smoky cedar note. There is a surprising medium length. Fruit-forward, medium- sized with soft-tannins – a great wine for someone just beginning to love red wine. Seattle, WA 2014 Newsprint Malbec
This wine is full of notes of candied black cherry, vanilla, ripe raspberry, roasted coffee and spice. This wine is smooth, approachable and just tasty. Walla Walla, WA 2013 Stoller Family Estate Pinot Noir 92pts W.S.
This beautiful Willamette Valley Pinto has sleek, taut and focused, layering cherry, raspberry, smoke and mineral notes on a refreshing frame that lets the flavors glide into a long and expressive finish. Willamette Valley, OR 2013 Brassfield Estate Eruption Red
38% Malbec, 36% Syrah 16% Mourvèdre, 10% Petite Syrah The wine exhibits aromas of blackberries, fresh baked bread, stewed plums, and a touch of tar, giving way to flavors that are jammy, ripe and unctuous. Clearlake Oaks, CA 2014 El Pensador Garnacha
This Spanish beauty displays succulent raspberry and ripe cherry fruit flavors with aromas of fresh flowers and red berries. Spain Chateau Bonnet Red
Thanks to expressive fruit – but without excessive concentration – Château Bonnet's 50/50 Merlot and Cab blend is unquestionably charming. In fact, it is a benchmark in Bordeaux.The wine is best enjoyed on the young side, although the quality tannin ensures good ageing for several year. France 2012 1865 San Pedro Carmenere- 90pts W.E.
Leafy cedar and spice on the nose, with a woody, oaky edge. Good fine grip on the palate, which is full and rich. Chile 2012 Greg Norman Shiraz
On the nose, rich chocolate and coconut mocha notes from the oak maturation underpin distinctive black cherry, mulberry and blackberry jam aromas. The medium bodied wine is soft and elegantly structured showing a spectrum of rich dark fruits including cherry, mulberry, blackberry, and boysenberry flavors on the palate. Australia |
2015 Orr Old Vine Chenin Blanc- 90 pts
Bouquet of unripe pear, cantaloupe, and lemongrass with hints of beeswax. There are flavors of honeydew melon, Japanese pear, and starfruit with a nutmeg edge. With Chenin blanc being the winemakers only varietal, no wonder its so great. Woodinville, WA 2013 Lumos Gewurtztraminer
Double Gold at Oregon Wine Awards Bright aromas of apricots, lychee & roses with a crisp, fruity medium body and a long, perky finish with a mouthwatering wave of clementine, stone fruit and mineral flavors. Philomath, OR 2014 Chateau Haut-Rian 2014 Bordeaux Blanc- 90pts W.S
This French wine drinks well over its price point. With its bright acidity, grapefruit and orange flavors and hint of minerality, France 2013 Seresin Sauvignon Blanc
90pts W.S. With 6% Semillion. Powerful and creamy and just a touch reductive. Has terrific fruit depth and freshness even within this rich, layered style, and has a sour freshness on the finish. New Zealand 2015 Cooper Barrel Maker Rose
Red Mountain, WA 2012 Vista Hills Orange Pinot Gris Rose
Our skin-fermented Pinot Gris is dry, tannic and full of structure. Having oxidized somewhat in the barrel, the Orange Wine shows sherry-like notes of dried fruit, raisins and amaretto. Drink now or cellar for several years. Dayton, Or 2013 Lady Hill Procedo Barbera
Lady Hill wines are crafted by individuals, not manufactured by processes. Their pledge is to deliver delicious wines that are unique Northwest expressions of classic European varieties and blends and which reflect the individual qualities of each vineyard source. St. Paul, OR 2014 Sheridan Cabernet Sauvignon
92pts W.A. 100% Cabernet give this wine a gorgeous nose of Currants, Plum and Sweet floral notes that immediately capture your attention. Yakima, Wa 2014 Decoy Zinfandel
90pts W.S. This enticing Sonoma County wine highlights a bright red-fruit and spice expression of Zinfandel. The majority of the fruit came from elite vineyards in the Dry Creek Valley, an area universally recognized for producing exceptional high-end Zinfandel. Sonoma, CA 2013 Donkey & Goat "Five Thirteen" 92pts W.E.
Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache, Counoise & Cinsault. Gamey notes dance with crushed free berries, herbs, cola, leather and floral hints. The palate shows off the wine’s stuffing with chewy tannins, respectable acidity and lingering flavors of cranberry and cassis. Berkeley, CA 2011 Ramon Bilboa Reserve
Ruby-red with a brick-red rim in colour. In the nose it shows a great complexity with mountain herb and exotic spice aromas. Mineral and stewed fruit notes appear, assembled with toasted touches of noble woods. On the palate it gives elegant and lively tannins with a complex and harmonious result. Clear notes of tobacco and cocoa over a fruit and mineral background. Spain 2014 Barbera Del Monferrato
Fabrizio Iulli in Monferrato Piemonte created this bright Barbera. Monferrato is the birthplace for Barbera. While it is made in other spots in Piemonte, it is here where Barbera shows the balance of fruit and acidity. Italy 2012 Mullineux Family Syrah
90pts W.S. This South Afican Syrah has notes of spicy citrus rind, refined black fruit, violets and lilies. The palate is elegant and restrained yet with plenty body and a silky texture balanced by a fresh, natural acidity. The finish is long with supple tannins. South Africa 2013 Kloof Street Rouge
A seductive blend of Southern Rhône varieties has a perfumed nose of violets, spice and purple fruit. The medium to full bodied, food-friendly palate is finely textured with firm but approachable tannins and a fresh, lingering finish. South Africa |
2014 Rotie Southern White
90 pts W.E. -Half Viognier with the rest equal parts Marsanne and Roussanne, it's aromatically expressive with notes of lime zest, honeysuckle, almond and white peach Walla Walla, WA 2013 Dirty Pure Project GSpot
Features spicy, mineral scented aromas of orange blossom, jasmine and pear followed by layers of mouth filling grapefruit, lime and honeydew melon flavors. Juicy acidity provides a perfect balance with a clean, satisfying finish. 98% Viognier and 2% Chardonnay Napa, California 2010 Eladio Pineiro Albarino
Think instead of recent releases of aged Muscadet, but then add a layer of fruit and density you will never get in that region, and the cognate becomes somewhere between Muscadet and Riesling, Spain 2013 Alvaro Castro Doc Dao
Consists of three grapes native to Portugal that are commonly blended together. lovely aroma of tropical fruit, orange zest, a little green apple and some very nice floral notes. Tasting the wine reveals wonderful rich fruit (apricot, grapefruit and pineapple primarily) plus tons of mineral notes. Portugal 2015 Storybook Zin Gris Rose
The bright, dry, flavorful roses of the Rhone Valley, especially Tavel, are the template for this wine. At the same time, as the darker, more vibrant color indicates, it is very Californian in its unusual depth, intensity and complexity. Calistoga, CA 2015 Domaine Les Pins Bourgueil Rosé
This is a fresh, snappy berry-driven rosé with delicate floral notes. It's bright and crisp, delicious. Domaine les Pins has been family run for five generations. They are a small artisanal producer that oversees every stage of the production from start to finish. Loire, France 2013 Rotie Northern Blend
92 pts W.A Signature dark fruits and minerality of the Rocks District of Walla Walla Valley. On the nose, earthy qualities are balanced with florals that are synergistic with Syrah. The velvety tannins and cocoa provide a rich and chalky texture. This vintage expresses fruit of a concentrated nature. With a soft finish, cool black fruits linger on the palate. Walla Walla, WA 2014 Mark Ryan the Chief
Delivers incredible quality, blending Cab Sauv, Merlot, Cab Franc and a touch of Petit Verdot. The wine showcases fresh, black and blue fruits, supple texture and plenty of refinement on the finish. A serious wine that drinks well above its price. Woodinville, WA 2011 Formation Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal, New World International Wine Competition. A very approachable Cab, with concentrated flavors of blackberries and raspberry jam with notes of wood spice. A great combination of power and elegance, structure and finesse. 100% estate fruit. Monterey, CA 2014 Twelve Pinot Noir
The 2014 Pinot Noir consists of a blend of 40% from the 24-year old Pommard block, 30% from the 14-year old Wadenswil block and 30% from the 29-year old 115 block. There’s some beautiful fruit that’s balanced with just the amount of acidity Carlton, OR 2009 Aldo Conterno Barbera
Aldo Conterno is one of the historic names of Italian wine. The Conterno family has been making wine in Monforte since at least the 1700s. Deep ruby red, with dark berry perfumes overlaid with spiced, dark plum and cherries. On the palate, it is concentrated and full-bodied, with the classic Barbara acidity lifting and accentuating the red fruit characters. Italy 2014 Squadra Rosso
When it comes to climates suited for growing grapes,the island of Sicily is unrivaled. This rosso highlights the region’s red varietals of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, creating a wine that is equally delicious as it is captivating. Italy 2010 Famiglia Bianchi Malbec
90pts. W.A. Luscious fruit aromas, with hints of ripe plums and cherries, and subtle spicy touches. Aromas of chocolate, roasted coffee, mocha cream and vanilla are in the Argentinian beauty. Argentina 2013 Nuna Malbec Reserve
The juice is purple and heavy, a true tooth-stainer. The oak is not over powering, but softly integrated with the plum and blackberry fruit flavors. The finish offers excellent balance with spice and a ripeness that you would expect the heat of Argentina to produce. It's hard to beat these Argentine Malbec values. Argentina |
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