Sip Northwest, Spring 2019
Liquid Assets G O O D T A S T E Pop a Top 24 S I P N O R T H W E S T C O M Canned wine shouldnt surprise a soul anymore An ever increasing number of labels have embraced the movement attracted to the heightened portability and sustainability of the hand keg Its the latest hammerblow to the antiquated status quo of wine After a bit of a learning curve the canned takes have settled into a comfortable and often tasty pocket within a thirsty market Here are a handful to consider as spring comes to life and youre contemplating what to pack along for your next outdoor excursion A reminder to drink responsibly many of these cans hold about two legal servings of wine Dear Mom 2017 Oregon White Wine 131 ABV 16 187ML 4 PACK This white offers a nice change of pace from the more typical Pinot Gris in aluminum A blend of Viognier Marsanne and Roussanne from the Rogue and Applegate Valleys this wine is floral fruity and refreshing Bonus points for the can design Cascadian 2016 Red Blend 138 ABV 5 12OZ CAN This is the canned offshoot of Goose Ridge Vineyards of Central Washington fame The estate mix of Cab Syrah and Merlot is hefty but well rounded with dark fruit and subtle pepper notes perfect for fireside steak Canned Oregon White Bubbles 125 ABV 7 375ML CAN From the now joint team behind Willamettes Chehalem and Stoller wineries comes bubbles you can pop a top of Flashing pineapple and orange creamsicle without sugary sweetness citrus streaks through and lifts the creamy finish Quady North 2017 Rosé 121 ABV 16 250ML 3 PACK Herb Quady is one of the most respected winegrowers in Southern Oregon Its no surprise that his rosé is solid showing bubble gum on the nose and bright citrusy flavors Tasted blind youd never know this blend of primarily Grenache and Syrah was from a conveniently crushable container Underwood Mei Wine 58 ABV 24 12OZ 4 PACK A wine cooler collaboration between Oregons Union Wine Co and Top Chef winning culinary mind Mei Lin this sip is a refreshing Caribbean breeze A blend of Riesling tropical fruits tea and elderflower it is equal parts lively and round Big lychee and yuzu flavors lead to a hint of honey and some nuttiness Split Rail 2017 Daft Pink Brut Rosé 137 ABV 30 375ML 4 PACK If Split Rail isnt on your imbibing radar it ought to be The experimental Idaho winery delivers a nice bubbler made entirely of Columbia Valley Sangiovese Citrus and strawberries thrive in a moderate amount of carbonation Free Public Red 135 ABV 14 250ML 3 PACK Pinot Noir doesnt always fare great in the can but this one hit with some Merlot 10 percent is surprisingly balanced Blended by Ron Penner Ash of Willamette Valley fame Free Publics Red is cherryand raspberry driven with a subtle zap of acidity PHOTO BY CAYLEE BETTS Serve slightly chilled Our Top Canned Wines for Spring BY MARK STOCK
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