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| Efeste Wine Cellars | Woodinville, WA 98072 |
www.efeste.com
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19730 144th Avenue NE Woodinville, WA 98072 (425) 398-7200 Fax : 425 398-7222 Email: info@efeste.com
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At EFESTE' we believe that great wines are based of two simple principles: terroir and a minimal winemaking approach. We utilize native fermentation, which encourages more complexity and produces fuller, richer wines than those inoculated with commercial yeast. The natural yeast within the grapes creates flavors unique to each particular vineyard. In art, beauty is inherent in the unique imperfections we find; it is found similarly in nature. The dissonance resulting from this natural process gives each wine a distinct charm. We encourage character; great wines should have personality. EFESTE', pronounced F-S-T, iis an acronym for the winery's three founders: Daniel Ferrelli, Patrick Smith, and Kevin Taylor. The three met through a combination of business and family connections; all shared a passion for finely crafted wine and the art of vinification. The idea for EFESTE' emerged one night over a shared dinner and discussion of making a family label based on the simple philosophy of not taking yourself too seriously, and enjoying friends, family, and anyone else that would join you in a glass of wine, a meal, and a good laugh. What began as a small project quickly transformed into a full-scale production facility. Winemaker Brennon Leighton, a UC Davis graduate with years of Washington winemaking experience, was brought on board to oversee production. EFESTE' became a melting pot of ideas, ambition, and talent. Today EFESTE' offers a premium selection of wines we are proud to call our own. And we still take the time to gather with friends and family over a meal and a bottle of wine. |
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Winemaker Brennon Leighton Great wine must be embodied and actualized by great moxie. Brennon Leighton, our winemaker, has broken the mold. Raised by artists and hippies in Santa Cruz, California, Brennon was born to rebel, but struggled to find an appropriate venue for his artistic impulses. Dodging the option of becoming a conservative or conformist, he instead choose to dally in a punk rock band where he was rescued by a family friend and put to work busing tables in a fine dining establishment. It was there that Brennon was unearthed: a diamond in the rough. Most people with a passion for the vine have a "wine epiphany." For Brennon it was the '85 Cheval Blanc that the General Manager of the restaurant graciously shared with him. He had never smelled anything so exotic and beautiful, and one taste filled his chest and face with an overwhelming sense of wonderment and instantaneous understanding. No great surprise, he wanted to experience this feeling again and again. When he asked his manager about becoming a wine steward he was met with a resounding "No," but as consolation he was allowed to stock the cellar and train under the current wine steward. Time and a few subsequent epiphanies and his interest became an obsession, and his obsession blossomed into a full-blown passion for wine – he knew he had to become immersed in the wine industry. Brennon mulled over the idea of becoming a sommelier or a Master of wine, but ultimately recognized his love demanded he labor knee-deep in the physical process of making wine. At 26, he went back to school and never turned back, earning his degree in Viticulture and Enology at the University of California, Davis. He feels blessed to have worked with so many fine winemakers, at Efeste, and at Chateau Ste. Michelle where he produced the award winning wine Eroica. Winemaker Info PDF |
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2009 Big Papa Cabernet
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Regular as of 06/12 |
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2009 Ceidleigh Syrah
Mountain grapes. Old and new world in the same glass make this Syrah distinctive. Meaning ‘celebration’ in the Gaelic tradition, this wine makes a fine contribution to any party. |
Regular as of 06/12 |
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2008 “Final Final” Cab/Syrah Blend
Cabernet Sauvignon is the foundation of this wine, adding power, structure, richness, grip, and complexity. Syrah brings generous, juicy, ripe flavors and a spicy nature... |
Regular as of 06/12 |
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2011 Evergreen Reisling
Riesling grapes naturally ripen later in the growing season, which contributes to the complex aroma and character... |
Regular as of 06/12 |
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2011 “Feral” Sauvignon Blanc
I find that wine best shows varietal character and terroir when using ambient yeast. This wine was fermented in French Oak barrels, which had seen two previous vintages... |
Regular as of 06/12 |
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