It is our belief that the vines will speak for themselves. That we collaborate with the land. Our wines have a sense of place. They are the summation of the geology, geography, climate and the culture of those who tend the land. This is the Spanish idea of elaborar. Our culture is one of a Spanish, or Latin American mind set. It is one of hedonism; of enjoying the simple pleasures in life. Enjoying above all else friendship, family, good food and of course amazing wines.
We invite you to join us. Slow down. Stop. Look at the beauty around you. Come experience our culture. Sip and savor!We produce Spanish and Latin American style wines while never forgetting what grows well regionally. Our line of wines consists of Tempranillo, Malbec, Cabernet-Malbec blends, and limited amounts of Pinot Grigio. Newly planted in our estate vineyard is Albarino, a white grape native to Spain.
2010 Rosé Tempranillo Rosebud Vineyard, Wahluke Slope. This dry Rosé has hints of raspberry, rosehip and soft spice. A rounded finish of subtle vanilla compliments a nice full-body that lingers on the palate. Case Production: 108 $18.00 bottle/$194.40 case
2009 Malbec Phinny Hill Vineyard, Horse Heaven Hills. Our 2009 Malbec offers intrigue with a deep violet color, an inviting aroma filled with the bouquet of blackberry, chocolate, cassis, and laced with a hint of tobacco. On the palate, a full body is completed with soft tannins that intermingle with dark fruit, oak, and spice. Case Production: 200. $38.00 bottle/410.40 case
2008 Brillánte Sparkling White Wine Jim Jameson Vineyard, Columbia Valley (very limited production) Brillánte is Castillo de Feliciana's first sparkling wine. Made from 2008 Chardonnay grapes from Jameson Vineyard, Columbia Valley. They were hand picked, hand sorted, and gently basket pressed to minimize skin and seed tannins and to enhance the character of the grape. Finished in the traditional method, "Methodé Champenoise," the bottles were racked, riddled, and disgorged. The result is a brilliant semi-dry sparkling wine. Number of Cases: 25 $27.00 bottle/ $291.60 case
Non Vintage Tempranillo Columbia Valley. This Tempranillo is rustic in nature with herbal and earthy notes on the nose. Bright brambly berries, dark cherry and a hint of raspberry jam mingle with the scent of vanilla and cloves. The mouthfeel has a lively mid palate with gritty tannins giving way to a satin finish. 441 cases produced $18.00 bottle/194.4 case
2008 Miercoles, Columbia Valley. Vibrant berry aromatics of dark cherry and black current fill the nose, as the wine continues to open the aromatics transform into notes of plum and espresso infused dark chocolate. On the back of the nose there is a fine minerality mingled with subtle notes of mint, cinnamon, nutmeg and almonds. On the palate chewy tannins transition into a long velvety mouthfeel and integrated acids make this wine ideal for food. 268 cases produced. $20.00 Bottle/$216.00 Case
2010 Pinot Grigio Airfield Vineyard, Yakima Valley. Notes of pear and granny smith apples hit the nose. The aromatics finish with a light breeze of orange blossom and a wonderful minerality. Mouthwatering acids give way to a smooth finish on the palate. 100% Pinot Grigio. $16.00 Bottle/$172.80 Case
2008 Adentro Walla Walla Valley. This wine is an exhibition of our best fruit from the Walla Walla Valley. With so much of the fruit hailing from Les Collines Vineyard, it shows a strong herbal and spice component. In much evidence are tobacco leaf, green tea, fennel seed, sage, cloves, and vanilla. Another one of my favorite characteristics from this vineyard is the sweet and sour brine aroma. Fruit aromatics of black cherry and cassis take a back seat to the herbs and spice but, as this wine ages, they will move to the forefront. This wine has bright acidity and fine grain tannins leading to a lasting finish. Though enjoyable in its youth, this wine's structure will lend itself well to aging 217 cases produced. $29.00/bottle/$313.20 case
2008 Tempranillo Wahluke Slope. When everything goes right a wine that is layered with complexity is made. This is exactly what happened with this wine. Yet it is difficult to describe with each whiff revealing a new world of aromas. On the nose, salt brine mingles with intense aromas of red current transforming into violets mingled with sage. As the wine sits, rich aromatics of coffee and mocha fill the glass. Brilliant acidity in perfect harmony with tannins fills the mouth from one end to the other. 96 cases produced. $28.00/bottle/$302.40 case
Sam and Deborah Castillo
Castillo de Feliciana Vineyard and Winery.
Journal entry from January 22, 2012
Wine Enthusiast Ratings
Our 2009 Malbec got 90 points. Bolsa Negra our reserve red and only avaliable to wine club members also scored 90 points!
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