Latah Creek 'A Toast to Best Friends' Blend 2022

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Latah Creek ‘A Toast to Best Friends’ Blend 2022

Inspired by Ellena and her best friend Janna’s cherished wine-time treat, this blend of 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Grigio celebrates their bond and all best friends, with a harmonious light and fresh character that honors their shared love for wine.

Latah Creek ‘A Toast to Best Friends’ Blend 2022

This wine draws inspiration from Ellena and her best friend Janna, who cherished their “wine-time” moments together. They would always have wine glasses chilled in the freezer, ready for their special blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio. We crafted this blend to celebrate not only their friendship but also the bond shared by best friends everywhere: they hard to come by, difficult to leave, and impossible to forget.

Every vintage, Mike and Natalie would produce their Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio and then create blends for Ellena to select the percentages for that year’s combination. She consistently favors a heavier Chardonnay but enjoys the lively and refreshing touch of Pinot Grigio.

Best Friends Tip: Ellena always keeps two wine glasses chilled in her freezer to share this white wine with her best friend!

Natalie’s Tasting Notes

My mom and best friend were never precise in their wine creations, but they consistently chose Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio as their foundational wines. While my dad and I crafted these wines, this blend truly reflects her vision, as she has the final say in its outcome. I hope you see how much love was put into this blend!  Both Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio are bursting with tropical flavors, yet you’ll detect the lemon zest on the nose from the Pinot Grigio and the sweet notes of papaya from the Chardonnay. The creamy mouthfeel showcases the Chardonnay, while peach and lime from the Pinot Grigio harmonize to create a well-balanced, flavorful wine that lingers pleasantly long after each sip.

Food Pairing

Enjoy this wine with fish, seafood, cream sauces, salads, pork, lighter beef meals, and pasta. Try Ellena’s Brown Butter and Sage Ravioli recipe available online or published in her latest cookbook.

Winemakers

Mike Conway & Natalie Conway-Barnes

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Wine Profile

Vintage

2022

Varietal Composition

60% Chardonnay,
Anicent Lakes AVA
40% Pinot Grigio,
Yakima Valley

Appellation

Columbia Valley

Vineyard

Familigia Vineyard and
Den Hoed Vineyard

Residual Sugar

0.3%

Alcohol

12.50%

Bottling Date

July 6, 2023

Cases Produced

224

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