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Wedge Mountain Winery
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Located in the Cascade Mountain foothills, five miles east of the Bavarian Village of Leavenworth, Wedge Mountain Winery has its own unique setting and history. The winery, founded in 2001, is part of a family orchard business known locally as Riverbend Ranch, owned by Charles and Mary Ann McKee since 1976. Struggling to make a living growing apples and pears in the mid-90's, they decided to diversify into growing wine grapes and opening a winery. Thirteen vines were planted in the summer of 1999, and now over 400 vines of eight different varieties are growing in their vineyards. As its name suggests, the Riverbend Ranch property is situated on a graceful bend in the Wenatchee River, and the original vineyard occupies a peaceful area adjacent to the water. Wedge Mountain, which overlooks the Alpine Wilderness and the Enchantments to the west, keeps a watchful eye on Riverbend and its "namesake winery" to the east. Charlie, the winemaker, is dedicated to the development of small quantities of premium wines. Hand-crafted in the truest sense of the word, the wines are a "labor of love" from the growing of the grape to the bottling of the wine. For those wines which must be made from "other-than-estate grown" vines, Charlie purchases only the best grapes from select vineyards in the Columbia River valley, and, more recently, in the Columbia Cascade region. "Winemaking has always been a part of our lives" according to Charlie. As a young Marine stationed in Naples, Italy during the mid-fifties, Charlie learned about winemaking from local farmers and winemakers. Over the years he perfected his style of winemaking, and as an engineer, traveled in Europe's great viticultural areas, always inquiring and trying new ideas. To add to the diversity of the wines, Charlie also makes fruit wines. For many years, Riverbend Ranch has sold a portion of its quality fruit direct to the consumer at a small fruitstand located on the property, and the motto has always been "We sell only what we grow". In keeping with this Riverbend Ranch tradition, the fruit wines are made solely from a variety of fruit that grows on the property: particularly Montmorency and Royal Anne cherries, Bartlett pears, and raspberries and blackberries.
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Directions
From the West
Go east on Highway 2. Five miles east of Leavenworth turn left onto Saunders Rd. Approximately one-half mile look for Wedge Mountain Winery sign. Turn left onto gravel driveway. Approximately 0.4 mile to Wedge Mountain Winery.
From the South
Go north on Highway 97A (Blewett Pass) to intersection with Highway 2. Cross over Highway 2 to Jesky Road. Proceed straight to Saunders Road. Turn left onto Saunders Road. Look for Wedge Mountain Winery sign, turn right onto gravel driveway. Approximately 0.4 mile to Wedge Mountain Winery.
From the East
Go west on Highway 2/97 17 miles west of Wenatchee. Turn right onto Saunders Road for approximately 1+ miles. Look for Wedge Mountain Winery sign. Turn right onto gravel driveway. Approximately 0.4 mile to Wedge Mountain Winery.
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Cabernet Franc
This 2004 vintage has the spicy aroma of oak and itense notes of blueberries and dark cherries and plums. This elegant wine is semi dark, medium bodied, and easy sipping. A long pleasing finish.
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Cabernet Sauvignon
Classic pure varietal Cabernet Savignon. Flavor of blackcurrants, aroma of green bell peppers. Local physical attributes or "terroir" of the Columbia River appellation
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Chardonnay
Our Chardonnay is barrel fermented in 100% new American Oak barrels. Only the highest quality grapes can stand up to the new oak. Slowly fermented at cool tempetures (10 C), This wine says it all.
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Deux Chevaux Blancs
An elegant blend of Chardonnay and Semillon. highlighting the best of both white grapes. An aroma of peach and apricot, sufficient acid to give this wine bold character.
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Dry White Riesling
A dry, fruity white table wine with a strong Citrus aroma and flavor with just a hint of ginger. A good wine to have before dinner. A silver medal winner at the 2004 Northwest Wine Summit wine competition.
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Merlot
Smooth, early ripening, plump, lush fruitiness. This Merlot shows a definite affinity with the conditions of Washington State. Silver Medal winner at 2001 Newport Seafood and Wine Festival.
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Pearfection
A semi sweet dessert wine made from Bartlett Pears. This is an estate made and bottled wine using our very best pears hand selected from our own orchard, and crafted in the old world wine making tradition. 18% Alcohol by volume.
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Raspberry
Roses and Rubies. A luxury premium dessert wine made from 100% Raspberries.
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Royal Amber
Royal Amber is a sweet dessert wine made from our own Royal Anne Cherries and sold in 375 ml bottles.
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Sauvignon Blanc
This is a classic Bordeux Style Blend of 75% Sauvignon Blanc and 25% Semillon, a grassy aroma of minerals and herbs.
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Syrah
One of the noblest of black grape varieties with the ability to age well for decades. Also a generous full bodied wine, fruit forward, with a buttery, oaky flavor. Look for an early release of this noblest of wines.
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Trois Chevaux Rouges
A delicious Bordeaux Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. First released, a 2001 vintage, was barrel blended and fermented together. Response was so good production was increased to 75 cases for the 2002 vintage.
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White Riesling
Gold Medal winner - Newport Seafood and Wine Festival. A dry white table wine. The 2003 vintage had a 0.81 titratable acid on Oct. 31, 2003, the day it was harvested. A desirable trait we search for every year. Dry, (0.05% residual sugar), fruity, citrus aroma with just a hint of ginger in it's taste. A wine to wake up youe taste buds before a deliousios meal.
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