Inaugural Release of Cellar 1879 Blend, $24

The 2010 vintage is the inaugural release of Markham Vineyards' Cellar 1879 Red Blend. A tribute to Markham Vineyards founder, Jean Laurent, who built the historic stone cellar still operating on the property today. Blends were among the oldest traditions created in the 130-year-old cellar. The Cellar 1879 blend is a true dedication to the Markham philosophy of pairing wines with good food and great company. The vineyards and varietals will change each vintage, as it is the Markham goal to provide the perfect accompaniment to any meal with lush tannins, juicy fruit and a silky, long finish. In 2010, the Markham Vineyards Merlot provided velvety texture with distinct chocolate notes. The Cabernet Sauvignon provided the deep, smokey notes that weave throughout. The Petit Verdot is all about structure, while the Petite Sirah adds blackberry jam and floral spice you can't help but love!

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2010 Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay are here!

We have been busy enjoying the 2010 Sauvignon Blanc with Thai inspired dishes, Asian stir-fry and our friends. The intriguing minerality and slight shift from California to New Zealand character is intoxicating.

As for the 2010 Chardonnay - lush, juicy flavors of honeyed apricots are balanced by a Meyer lemon zest character. The cool 2010 growing season helped our Chardonnay retain balanced acidity while producing an overall vibrant wine.

Download 2010 Sauvignon Blanc winemaker's notes - PDF

Download 2010 Chardonnay winemaker's notes - PDF

Markham Vineyards Merlot 2008 Gets 91 Points!
Sleek and well-focused, with appealing aromas of red currant and toasty tomato leaf that lead to rich flavors of plum, mocha and cedar. Tannins firm up the finish. Drink now through 2017.
-Tim Fish, Wine Spectator, December 19, 2011

Markham Vineyards Merlot 2007 Makes BevMo's Wilfred Wong's Top Ten of 2011!
"...2007 was a great vintage in Napa and Wilfred Wong is absolutely blown away by this effort from Markham." See the full story click here.
-Drink Me, December 9, 2011

90 Points & "Top Value" for
2007 Markham Vineyards Merlot
#1 "Top Value" Merlot Click here for full article
-Tim Fish, Wine Spectator, November 30, 2011

"Sleek and well-focused, with appealing cherry and tomato leaf aromas and nicely layered black currant, herb and spicy caramel flavors that linger toward ripe tannins."
-Tim Fish, Wine Spectator, August 31, 2011

Markham Vineyards Announces
Mark of Distinction Grant Recipients for 2011

East Side Heart and Home (St. Louis, MO)
Operation: Connect Kids to the Outdoors (Denver, CO)

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See full details at Markham Mark of Distinction