Taste a delicious New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc that doesn’t break the bank! Stop by Mills anytime between 4 and 7pm and learn more about Oyster Bay from Brand Ambassador Denise. There are no reservations required for this complimentary tasting.
Try wines that will pair wonderfully with traditional Easter fare!
Taste our current favorites for the month of April! We’ll sample six wines on Saturday and six other wines on Sunday that represent great value for the price and work with seasonally available foods! Save 10% on purchases, or put together a mixed case of all of the wines for a 20% discount! This is a complimentary tasting, no reservations required.
WINES TO TASTE SATURDAY 2-6pm
RivaRose Brut Sparkling Rose, Provence, France (Carolyn)
Notes of strawberries and grapefruit accent this dry Sparkling Rose from Provence, which will make an excellent aperitif or will pair nicely with salads, seafoods, and pasta dishes with cream sauce.
Regular Price: $17.99
Mills Club Price: $12.59
Case Price: $11.19
Girasole 2013 Pinot Blanc, Mendocino, California (Pat D.)
Made from 100% estate grown certified organic grapes, this wine was fermented entirely in stainless steel, allowing green apple and ripe pear flavors to shine through. Dry with vibrant fruit and crisp acidity, this Pinot Blanc will pair wonderfully with quiche or omelettes, ham and cheese sandwiches, pastas and risottos.
Regular Price: $13.99
Mills Club Price: $12.59
Case Price: $11.19
Chateau Mukhrani 2014 Rkatsiteli, Kartli, Republic of Georgia (Jeremy)
Mukhrani is the name of a beautiful Georgian village, and the name translates to “decorated with oak trees”. Ancient Georgian peoples are known to have been the earliest winemaking culture, with proof of grape cultivation and domestication starting about 7000 years ago. Made from 100% Rkatsiteli grapes grown in the Kartli region, this crisp, dry white bursts with citrus and melon aromas and flavors and a prominent minerality. Great to pair with fish or poultry dishes.
Regular Price: $17.99
Mills Club Price: $16.19
Case Price: $14.39
Relic Wine Cellars “The Archive” 2013 Pinot Noir, California (Pat H.)
Winemaker Michael Hirby stopped by Mills to taste us on his amazing line of small production hand-made wines. We thought the Archive presented a particularly good value. Aromas of dark cherry, bacon fat, white pepper, underbrush and exotic, oak-inspired spice with a lithe, supple texture and elegant finish. Only 220 cases produced!
Regular Price: $39.99
Special Sale Price: $31.99
Buenas! 2013 Tempranillo, Spain (Pat D.)
Buenas! Is a greeting used in Spain as friends gather to enjoy each others company, and why not drink a fun Spanish red with your friends? This wine displays rich, black cherry aromas and lush flavors of plum and spice on the palate with subtle vanilla notes from 3 months oak aging. Medium bodied with balanced acidity, this will pair wonderfully with tacos, pizza and other casual fare.
Regular Price: $12.99
Special Sale Price: $10.39
Tensley 2014 Syrah, Santa Barbara County, California (Jen & Jerry)
We said “Wow”! when we tasted this wine recently and had to have it on our shelves. This rewarding wine was rated 92pts Robert Parker, this Syrah is a “sexy, sweetly fruited and voluptuous Syrah that offers up a rockin’ bouquet of blueberry, blackberry, violets and pepper.” Pair with a big hearty meal or enjoy by a cool spring evening bonfire!
Regular Price: $29.99
Mills Club Price: $26.99
Case Price: $23.99
WINES TASTED SUNDAY 1-4pm
Evolucio 2013 Furmint, Tokaji, Hungary (Jen & Jerry)
“Furmint” is derived from the French word “froment” for the wheat-gold color of the wine it produces. Aromas of honey crisp apple, peach, and honeysuckle preceide hazelnut cream and orchard fruit. There is just a touch of sweetness which is nicely balanced by the acidity and minerality. Try with goat cheese, spicy curry or Thai foods. So refreshing!
Regular Price: $14.99
Special Sale Price: $11.99
Les Charmes Macon-Lugny 2014, Burgundy, France (Carolyn)
Usher in spring with this charming yet affordable white Burgundy, with citrus, peach and apricot aromatics, a touch of spice and nice balanced acidity. Try with a nice crab cake or chicken dish.
Regular Price: $17.99
Mills Club Price: $16.19
Case Price: $14.39
La Salette 2014 Cotes de Gascogne White, France (Pat H.)
Try this fresh, clean and lively white with intense exotic fruit aromas. A blend of Colombard, Ugni Blanc and Gros Manseng, its delicate flavors of citrus fruit nicely compliment grilled fish, shellfish and a wide variety of appetizers.
Regular Price: $10.00
Mills Club Price: $9.00
Case Price: $8.00
Mas Carlot 2015 Rose, France (Tim)
A Mills’ perennial favorite, Robert Kacher imported Mas Carlot rose is comprised of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre. Fresh with rose petal, wild strawberry, cherry flavors and good minerality, this medium bodied wine can be paired with tapas, barbecue and grilled chicken.
Regular Price: $11.99
Mills Club Price: $10.79
Case Price: $9.59
Louis Jadot 2014 Beaujolais Villages, France (Andres)
A great summertime wine from hallmark Burgundy producer Louis Jadot, this light red made from the Gamay grape is slightly spicy with a touch of pepper, licorice, and a touch of flowers. Nice tannins and acidity make it a lovely pairing with Charcuterie, grilled foods and cheeses.
Regular Price: $14.99
Mills Club Price: $13.49
Case Price: $11.99
Lavau 2013 Gigondas, Rhone, France (Tim)
Lavau was rated 91pts by Wine Spectator and made their Top 100 Most Exciting Wines of 2015 List, “Bright and racy in feel, with high-pitched red currant, cherry and raspberry coulis notes, laced with violet, white pepper and chalk details.” This is a nice big impressive wine that can stand up to hearty grilled steaks.
Regular Price: $24.99
Mills Club Price: $22.49
Case Price $19.99
Taste our current favorites for the month of April! We’ll sample six wines on Saturday and six other wines on Sunday that represent great value for the price and work with seasonally available foods! Save 10% on purchases, or put together a mixed case of all of the wines for a 20% discount! This is a complimentary tasting, no reservations required.
WINES TASTED SUNDAY 1-4pm
Evolucio 2013 Furmint, Tokaji, Hungary (Jen & Jerry)
“Furmint” is derived from the French word “froment” for the wheat-gold color of the wine it produces. Aromas of honey crisp apple, peach, and honeysuckle preceide hazelnut cream and orchard fruit. There is just a touch of sweetness which is nicely balanced by the acidity and minerality. Try with goat cheese, spicy curry or Thai foods. So refreshing!
Regular Price: $14.99
Special Sale Price: $11.99
Les Charmes Macon-Lugny 2014, Burgundy, France (Carolyn)
Usher in spring with this charming yet affordable white Burgundy, with citrus, peach and apricot aromatics, a touch of spice and nice balanced acidity. Try with a nice crab cake or chicken dish.
Regular Price: $17.99
Mills Club Price: $16.19
Case Price: $14.39
La Salette 2014 Cotes de Gascogne White, France (Pat H.)
Try this fresh, clean and lively white with intense exotic fruit aromas. A blend of Colombard, Ugni Blanc and Gros Manseng, its delicate flavors of citrus fruit nicely compliment grilled fish, shellfish and a wide variety of appetizers.
Regular Price: $10.00
Mills Club Price: $9.00
Case Price: $8.00
Mas Carlot 2015 Rose, France (Tim)
A Mills’ perennial favorite, Robert Kacher imported Mas Carlot rose is comprised of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre. Fresh with rose petal, wild strawberry, cherry flavors and good minerality, this medium bodied wine can be paired with tapas, barbecue and grilled chicken.
Regular Price: $11.99
Mills Club Price: $10.79
Case Price: $9.59
Louis Jadot 2014 Beaujolais Villages, France (Andres)
A great summertime wine from hallmark Burgundy producer Louis Jadot, this light red made from the Gamay grape is slightly spicy with a touch of pepper, licorice, and a touch of flowers. Nice tannins and acidity make it a lovely pairing with Charcuterie, grilled foods and cheeses.
Regular Price: $14.99
Mills Club Price: $13.49
Case Price: $11.99
Lavau 2013 Gigondas, Rhone, France (Tim)
Lavau was rated 91pts by Wine Spectator and made their Top 100 Most Exciting Wines of 2015 List, “Bright and racy in feel, with high-pitched red currant, cherry and raspberry coulis notes, laced with violet, white pepper and chalk details.” This is a nice big impressive wine that can stand up to hearty grilled steaks.
Regular Price: $24.99
Mills Club Price: $22.49
Case Price $19.99
Portugal is one of our favorite regions not only for fabulous dessert wines but also for delicious dry white and red wines that are typically tremendous values! Taste the wine and save 10% if you choose to purchase a bottle at this complimentary, no reservations required tasting.
Try wines by Alexander Valley Vineyards, including this season’s Rosé of Sangiovese. This is a complimentary tasting, no reservations required.
Sample fabulous Spanish sangria by Lolea and enjoy 10 discount if you decide to purchase. No reservations required at this complimentary event.
Join us for a tasting of our new favorite wines for the month of May! 6 will be tasted on Saturday, and 6 on Sunday:
Tasting Saturday
Hugel Gentil 2014 Vin D’Alsace (Carolyn)
A white blend of 45% Sylvaner & Pinot Blanc, 23% Rielsing, 16% Pinot Gris, 10% Gewurztraminer and 6% Muscat, it embodies all of the best qualities of these noble grape varieties. Expressive aromatics of flowers, jasmine and freesia, dry on the palate but fresh, rich and full of flavor. This is excellent with fish, lobster, crab and dishes with Asian and Indian spices.
Regularly: $13.99
Mills Club: $12.59
Case Price: $11.19
Joseph Carr 2014 Chardonnay, Sonoma, California (Angela)
This collaboration between Joseph Carr (of “Josh” fame) and celebrated winemaker Aaron Pott utilizes grapes sourced from the Sonoma Coast and the Russian River Valley, and spends 8 months in French oak. Creamy texture and lovely complexity are the result: notes of pear, crème brulee, peach and toffee interweave with a minerally acidic streak. Try this delicious Chardonnay with crab dishes or chicken.
Regularly: $19.99
Mills Club: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99
Domaine Fontsainte “Gris de Gris” Rose, Corbieres, France (Carolyn)
The first vineyards at Domaine Fontsainte were planted by the Romans in about 25AD. The original domaine was planted around a thermal spring which was later named for patron saint Saint Simeon, thus Fontsainte (the saint’s fount). Yves Laboucarie’s family has been making wine here since the 17th century, and it’s imported to the US by the highly selective Kermit Lynch. A blend of 50% Grenache Gris, 20% Grenache Noir, 20% Carignan, and 5% each Cinsault and Mourvedre, this hand harvested Rose is dry with wonderful notes of raspberry and freshly picked strawberries. Try with grilled fish, roast chicken, or olive tapenade on toast.
Regular Price: $17.99
Mills Club: $16.19
Case Price: $14.39
The Great Oregon Wine Company “Rascal” 2014 Pinot Noir, Oregon (Jen and Jerry)
With Oregon Pinot Noir prices soaring in recent years, we thought Rascal presented a great value in this category. Light bodied with a dark cherry nose and layers of earth, red fruit, smoke and pepper, you can enjoy as a light summer sipper or pair with salmon, tuna, or pork dishes without breaking the bank!
Regular Price: $13.99
Mills Club: $12.59
Case Price: $11.19
Navaherreros 2012 Garnacha de Bernabeleva, Madrid, Spain (Andres)
Famous Catalan wine consultant Raul Perez was brought in to this property at the base of the Gredos and Cerro de Guisando Mountains in 2007 to bring order to the 60+ year old vines. Talented young winemaker Marc Isart Pinos continues the project and has coaxed great wines from the organically grown grapes. Rated 90pts Robert Parker, this wine yields a perfume of wild raspberries, orange and herbs. The wine is fresh and vivacious with a touch of earthiness and a super smooth mouthfeel. Have a glass with tapas, lamb, Spanish ham or roasted chicken.
Regularly: $22.99
Mills Club: $20.69
Case Price: $18.39
Romeo 2014 Rosso IGT, Verona, Italy (Pat D.)
From the hometown of Romeo and Juliet comes this red blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Corvina, a juicy, easy-drinking, smooth and luscious red that will nicely compliment poultry, pork, pasta and pizza dishes. Unlike with Romeo & Juliet, it’s okay to fall in love!
Regular Price: $12.99
Mills Club: $11.69
Case Price: $10.39
Tasting Sunday
Merriman 2012 Old Vine Chenin Blanc, Columbia Valley, Washington (Tim)
We loved this 100% Chenin Blanc which was featured at our Northwest Wine Dinner. Sustainably farmed, this wine spent 6 months in neutral French oak barrels. Planted in 1973, this vineyard is located in the high desert of Washington State. Aromas of bees wax, honeysuckle, gold raspberries and box elder and a caramel flan richness of texture accompany vibrant acidity and flavors of peach, myrrh and toasted pecans. Enjoy with chicken or capon, goat cheese, or curry dishes.
Regularly: $24.99
Mills Club: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99
Henri Perrusset 2014 Macon-Villages, Burgundy, France (Jen & Jerry)
So, an importer walks into a bar and is seated with a winemaker, and the rest is history! Kermit Lynch “discovered” Henri Perrusset in this manner, and he’s now regarded as a high quality Macon maker, whose wines are never chaptalized, grapes are hand harvested and fermentation accomplished using only inidigenous yeasts. Marly limestone, quartz and marine fossils make up the soil and this comes through in the wine. This is a perfect aperitif!
Regularly: $19.99
Mills Club: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99
Yalumba 2015 “the Y Series” Viognier, South Australia (Pat H.)
Yalumba, established in 1849, produced this full-bodied, dry, but rich Viognier, perfumed with floral aromas and ripe peach and apricot flavors. Try with light pasta, seared swordfish or tuna.
Regularly: $12.99
Mills Club: $11.69
Case Price: $10.39
Harmony Vineyards 2015 “Judith” Rose, Maryland (Pat D.)
Try a dry Rose from Baltimore County! This Rose exudes fresh strawberry fruit flavors and lively acidity, making it a perfect accompaniment to summer food or as an aperitif.
Regular Price: $15.99
Mills Club: $14.39
Case Price: $12.79
Brezza 2013 Vigna Santa Rosalia Barbera d’Alba DOC, Italy (Pat H.)
Try this delicious Barbera from the highly respected producer Brezza. This elegant Barbera should accompany richer, fattier meats such as salami or mortadella, so serve this up with a fabulous cheese plate with friends.
Regular Price: $19.99
Mills Club: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99
Mark Ryan’s “The Vincent” Board Track Racer 2013 Red Blend, Columbia Valley, Washington (Tim)
This red blend of 48% Merlot, 33% Syrah, 17% Malbec and 2% Petit Verdot is one of the highly acclaimed Mark Ryan’s more accessible wines. Hints of mineral, toasted oak, vanilla and chocolate are followed by layers of blackberry and blueberry pie, black raspberry with notes of flint, violets, tea leaf, clove and spice. Supple tannin and refined acid create length and balance. Try with grilled meats like lamb or beef!
Regular Price: $24.99
Mills Club: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99
Taste the second half of our favorite wines selected for the month of May:
Tasting Sunday
Merriman 2012 Old Vine Chenin Blanc, Columbia Valley, Washington (Tim)
We loved this 100% Chenin Blanc which was featured at our Northwest Wine Dinner. Sustainably farmed, this wine spent 6 months in neutral French oak barrels. Planted in 1973, this vineyard is located in the high desert of Washington State. Aromas of bees wax, honeysuckle, gold raspberries and box elder and a caramel flan richness of texture accompany vibrant acidity and flavors of peach, myrrh and toasted pecans. Enjoy with chicken or capon, goat cheese, or curry dishes.
Regularly: $24.99
Mills Club: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99
Henri Perrusset 2014 Macon-Villages, Burgundy, France (Jen & Jerry)
So, an importer walks into a bar and is seated with a winemaker, and the rest is history! Kermit Lynch “discovered” Henri Perrusset in this manner, and he’s now regarded as a high quality Macon maker, whose wines are never chaptalized, grapes are hand harvested and fermentation accomplished using only inidigenous yeasts. Marly limestone, quartz and marine fossils make up the soil and this comes through in the wine. This is a perfect aperitif!
Regularly: $19.99
Mills Club: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99
Yalumba 2015 “the Y Series” Viognier, South Australia (Pat H.)
Yalumba, established in 1849, produced this full-bodied, dry, but rich Viognier, perfumed with floral aromas and ripe peach and apricot flavors. Try with light pasta, seared swordfish or tuna.
Regularly: $12.99
Mills Club: $11.69
Case Price: $10.39
Harmony Vineyards 2015 “Judith” Rose, Maryland (Pat D.)
Try a dry Rose from Baltimore County! This Rose exudes fresh strawberry fruit flavors and lively acidity, making it a perfect accompaniment to summer food or as an aperitif.
Regular Price: $15.99
Mills Club: $14.39
Case Price: $12.79
Brezza 2013 Vigna Santa Rosalia Barbera d’Alba DOC, Italy (Pat H.)
Try this delicious Barbera from the highly respected producer Brezza. This elegant Barbera should accompany richer, fattier meats such as salami or mortadella, so serve this up with a fabulous cheese plate with friends.
Regular Price: $19.99
Mills Club: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99
Mark Ryan’s “The Vincent” Board Track Racer 2013 Red Blend, Columbia Valley, Washington (Tim)
This red blend of 48% Merlot, 33% Syrah, 17% Malbec and 2% Petit Verdot is one of the highly acclaimed Mark Ryan’s more accessible wines. Hints of mineral, toasted oak, vanilla and chocolate are followed by layers of blackberry and blueberry pie, black raspberry with notes of flint, violets, tea leaf, clove and spice. Supple tannin and refined acid create length and balance. Try with grilled meats like lamb or beef!
Regular Price: $24.99
Mills Club: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99