Sip Northwest, Spring 2019
69 E ven for those who have traveled and toured vineyards throughout classic regions like Europe South America Down Under and beyond Sea Star Vineyards is a wine place unlike any other perched on the edge of one of many picturesque Gulf Islands and seeming worlds away Off the west coast of Canada and surrounded by old growth forest the Pender Island winery is sleek and modern with a humble tasting room and small gallery featuring works by local artists The grounds are tranquil with a private tasting area nestled in an herb garden and a lawn where guests can imbibe on Sea Stars bright and breezy coastal wines while noshing on snacks from the aptlynamed Island Time food truck found on premises June through September THE WINES 2017 Salish Sea Pender Island Lovely aromas of salty sea air and apple blossom guide you to guava quince pomelo and a good handful of tarragon on the finish A hammock worthy white blend 2017 Blanc de Noir Gulf Islands Filled with rhubarb raspberries and Rainier cherries the wines juicy acidity keeps that fruit buoyed well with a light dusting of nutmeg towards the finish 2016 Maréchal Foch Pender Island Forget what you know or dont know about Maréchal Foch this wine gives cru Beaujolais a run for its money Italian plums and spearmint kissed cherries are lifted and bright S I P N O R T H W E S T C O M Sea Star Vineyards Pender Island Gulf Islands seastarvineyards ca Strewn around the property are raspberry and blackberry bushes plus apple peach and plum trees among others The lower vineyard overlooks the Salish Sea and its common to see Babydoll sheep toiling away grazing between the rows with Hudson the winerys golden retriever right alongside as an honorary member of the flock Is it possible a winery can have too much charm That charm is evident everywhere in this place where time appears to stand still The wines coming out of Sea Star perfectly echo the fresh West Coast setting filled with pristine ripe fruit lively character and unforgettable natural surroundings
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