FRIDAY NIGHT FRIGHTS! Frightfully-delicious Red Wines for the Fall Season

Fall is officially here! There are certain classic Autumn wines that we reach for here at QFW for this special time of year. We’ve assembled a collection of four fantastic Autumn wines available only to you during October Friday nights. The Friday Night Frights tasting flight includes Four Wine Tastings along with a Venissimo Cheese Plate for $29.95*. You have the opportunity to purchase bottles of any or all of the four wines, each of which is ideal for Thanksgiving, for the classic fall meals you enjoy, and gift-giving too! it is our mission to source only high-quality wines from small, family-owned and operated wineries. We focus on wines made in limited production and which are sustainably produced. *Available without the cheese platter for $19.95.

1. 2018 Bluebell "Armstrong Vineyard" Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, OR

Bottle $59 / Member Bottle $55

This single vineyard Pinot Noir comes from the organically grown Armstrong Vineyard in the prestigious Ribbon Ridge Sub-region of the Willamette Valley. With only 125 cases made, this rare treat offers a bouquet loaded with cherries, red berries and rose petals, while the silky palate brings red fruits, delicate spice and hints of forest floor.

2. 2020 Secrets de Mar Red, Terra Alta, Spain

Bottle $23 / Member Bottle $19

A delightful blend of Grenache Noir and Carrignan from the northeast corner of Spain imported exclusively by QFW. The nose shows smashed red berries, wild herbs and hints of dried flowers while the soft, easygoing palate offers dried berries, mellow tannins and juicy acidity.

3. 2018 Charles Tyrand "Puyméras" Côtes du Rhône Villages, Rhone Valley, France

Bottle $28 / Member Bottle $24

A classic Southern Rhone red made from 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah from vines averaging 70 years old. Fourth-generation winemaker Jean-Michel Tyrand made only 350 case of this gem. Aromas of ripe berries, dark chocolate and Herbs De Provence lead into flavors of black plums, pepper and smooth tannins.

4. 2019 Villa Terlina "Gradale" Barbera D'Asti, Piedmont, Italy

Bottle $39 / Member Bottle $35

This 100% Barbera is made from vines planted in 1956 and is a certified Biodynamic / Organic wine. The bouquet brings classic "old world" style with dried black cherries, mineral-rich soil and violets, while the palate offers flavors of black fruits, tobacco and earthy, rustic notes.