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September 19: Old World, New World: Bordeaux Meets Washington
This week we’re putting Bordeaux and Washington side by side. The two regions sit at surprisingly similar northern latitudes, but climate, soils and winemaking choices can lead to very different results in the glass. Washington producers have long worked with classic Bordeaux grapes, and some deliberately take a restrained, Old World-inspired approach.
We’ll taste two white blends built around Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, followed by two Cabernet-led reds, to see where the similarities end and each region’s character begins.
Come taste them side by side and judge for yourself.
2023 Lydian SB|S : $23
An 80% Sauvignon Blanc, 20% Sémillon blend inspired by white Bordeaux and made by the team behind Avennia. Aged in stainless steel and neutral French oak, it shows yellow grapefruit, citrus peel and ripe pineapple, with bright acidity and a little added richness from the Sémillon.






