07/17 Winemaking Influence (Oak, Lees, Malo, Carbonic) – Blind Tasting Buddies
Wine Tasting, Frirday July 17th, 2026, Seattle
Wine Lineup:
Sparkling
- NV19 Bonnet-Ponson Seconde Nature Rosé de Macération 750ml Champagne, FR
White
- 2018 William Fèvre Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons Burgundy, FR
- 2019 Raul Pérez Rías Baixas Sketch 750ml Galicia, ES
- 2024 Poberaj Wines Columbia Gorge Pinot Bianco Columbia Valley, WA
- 2018 Domaine Rolet Arbois Tradition Jura, FR
Red
- 2020 Paride D’Angelo Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC Abruzzo, IT
- 2016 Philippe Pacalet Moulin-à-Vent Beaujolais, FR
- 2017 Bodegas LAN Rioja Reserva Culmen La Rioja, ES
Dessert
- NV Chambers Rosewood Rutherglen Muscat Victoria, AU
Our July 2026 event themes will follow a focus on the “deductive tasting method”, also known as “blind tasting”, which professional sommeliers study in their pursuit to master the classic wine styles of the world. Our second event for July will dive into methods used in winemaking, such as carbonic maceration, new oak maturation, lees contact, and malolactic conversion. Some of the most exciting flavors in wine arise from these techniques!
All wines will be presented blind, including the features below, plus other surprises! This will be an educational return to truly evoke the “Blind Tasting Buddies” name, and we look forward to showcasing some great info in the events for this month.
Attendance:
- Nick D.
- Michele D.
- Xin F. + Cece
- Andrea M.
- Seungki K.
- Paul R.
