Carol Wells and her unique array of wines
Admittedly, I am not a wine
connoisseur. However my palate, albeit untrained, definitely knows what
it likes. My tongue was recently delighted at an impromptu decision to
go wine tasting on a drizzly afternoon while camping during the recent
holiday weekend. Just a short, pleasant drive away from the original
Thousand Trails campground near Chehalis, Washington, we found a hidden
gem nestled within woodsy surroundings.
Off the main road it’s just a short drive down a lazy, tree-lined lane (complete with beautiful ferns and assorted varieties of moss) before you come upon the little shangri-la of Wells’ Winery. The gorgeous peaceful setting, the friendly owners, and the loyal friends that were in attendance all made for a charming experience alone…but the wine made it a perfect paradise!
Owner Carol Wells explained to me that she doesn’t use a single grape in her wines. Rather, she uses a variety of delicious combinations of fruits and berries without any preservatives, whatsoever. So, the result is a true natural wine. Out of the 6 samplings I indulged in, my favorite was Crazy Cranberry, which she added raisin to for a very unique flavoring. It would be difficult to select my second favorite, as I enjoyed Rippin Raspberry, Awesome Apple and Bouncing Blueberry equally well. These are some of the best Pacific NW wines I have ever tasted. What also impressed me was that Carol supports local fruit growers and her wines are extremely affordable.
For a chance to experience the magic of this Washington winery for yourself, there will be an Annual Summer Sampler on July 6 & 7 from Noon to 8 pm. each day... and since 2013 happens to be the winery's 5th anniversary, it would be a perfect time to celebrate a perfect wine!
Off the main road it’s just a short drive down a lazy, tree-lined lane (complete with beautiful ferns and assorted varieties of moss) before you come upon the little shangri-la of Wells’ Winery. The gorgeous peaceful setting, the friendly owners, and the loyal friends that were in attendance all made for a charming experience alone…but the wine made it a perfect paradise!
Owner Carol Wells explained to me that she doesn’t use a single grape in her wines. Rather, she uses a variety of delicious combinations of fruits and berries without any preservatives, whatsoever. So, the result is a true natural wine. Out of the 6 samplings I indulged in, my favorite was Crazy Cranberry, which she added raisin to for a very unique flavoring. It would be difficult to select my second favorite, as I enjoyed Rippin Raspberry, Awesome Apple and Bouncing Blueberry equally well. These are some of the best Pacific NW wines I have ever tasted. What also impressed me was that Carol supports local fruit growers and her wines are extremely affordable.
For a chance to experience the magic of this Washington winery for yourself, there will be an Annual Summer Sampler on July 6 & 7 from Noon to 8 pm. each day... and since 2013 happens to be the winery's 5th anniversary, it would be a perfect time to celebrate a perfect wine!
Wells' Winery
140 Eschaton Rd.
Onalaska, WA 98570
phone: 360-978-6254
email: wellswinery@msn.com
For additional information, please visit their
website:
©2013 Debbie Ballard (text & photo only)
1 comment:
im so looking forward to trying Carols creations....
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