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Abbot's Table 2006 from Owen Roe
$18.89/$20.99
"A Wine for all People"

Some things just hit the sweet spot ---
everybody seems to like them.
Such is the character of
Owen Roe Winery's Abbot's Table,
a "Wine for all People".

"The 2006 Abbot's Table is a stunner, says winemaker David O'Reilly. "It's a wine for all occasions and all people".

David continues: "This year has more rich Zin and is juicy with tremendous fruit and loads of character. I did not make an Owen Roe Zinfandel for the 2006 vintage. All the Zinfandel grapes went into the Abbot's Table, to make it the wine I want it to be".

Abbot's Table has something for everybody. A blend of nine different red wines grapes, Zinfandel dominates, followed by the traditional Bordeaux grapes Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot, joined by Syrah. The extra zest, the secret ingredient, is the addition of Blaufrankish, Sangiovese, Petite Sirah, and Malbec, from some of the best Washington and Oregon vineyards.

Tasting the 2006 Abbot's Table at Avalon yesterday, we found flavors of sweet red fruit with hints of red cherry, black plum, pomegranate, black cherry, cranberry jam, and cinnamon. There's a lush, rich black fruit quality to the wine, tempered by a refreshing hint of zesty red cherry and spice. Tasting the Abbot's just after a number of $45 reds, the Abbot's fit right in! It's an incredible value once again, and even with rising grape prices, David kept the price the same as last year.

This is such a rich, yet easy drinking red wine that can be paired with the broadest range of foods. The Zinfandel component pairs beautifully with zesty Italian fare. The Bordeaux varieties scream for hearty beef dishes, while thePetit Sirah makes the Abbot’s Table perfect with lamb and game. Of course, the Syrah works masterfully with spicy cuisine. Then again, the Abbot’s Table just tastes great by itself.

Winemaker David O’Reilly was looking to create a wine from his childhood. Born and raised in Ireland, O’Reilly’s family often served wine at the dinner table, and he has fond memories of a Claret, a Bordeaux blend, that was rich, warm, silky, smooth and flavorful.

Abbot’s Table is O’Reilly’s tribute to his memories of Ireland. Of all the high-end, premium wines he produces, O’Reilly said Abbot’s Table is one of the most fun to produce, and the wine that pays the bills. David really goes all out with this wine, and some of Owen Roe’s best, single vineyard fruit ends up in the bottle. O’Reilly says that Abbot’s Table is made before the high-end Owen Roe wines, and the fruit is selected from the same sources.

Abbot's Table will ship to you in Mid-August. Order now to assure you get some of this fast selling hit.

Also from Owen Roe

Owen Roe
Walla Walla Cabernet Sauvignon 05 $42/$37.80
Deep aromas of black fruit, caramel, cinnamon, graphite, and barrel spice. The flavors start to unfold--roasted black plums, black cherry cassis, and coffee. An intense wave flashes on your palate, suggesting the wine will continue to develop and evolve for years. Fine grained tannins and balancing acidity provide a frame for the massive fruit. The Walla Walla Cab is still young, but will continue to develop beautifully and is lovely with decanting.

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