Hello, Catoctin Cru members!
We will be hosting Members' Night on Thursday, July 10th from 4-7pm and Friday, July 11th from 6-8pm.
For July, we are excited to offer a side-by-side tasting of our estate grown Albariño - a rare opportunity to experience both the 2023 vintage and a barrel sample of the upcoming 2024 bottling.
During these members’ evenings, the winery will be closed to the public so that we can welcome you in a more intimate setting. Light charcuterie will accompany the wines, and members are invited to drop in at any time during their selected evening.
The 2023 Albariño is an unconventional expression of Albariño taking inspiration from Loire Valley Chenin Blanc.
Cool fermentations in stainless steel preserve its vibrant aromatics, while 10 months of lees aging in neutral French oak adds richness, complexity, and texture.
This expression of Albariño is a beautifully textured wine with notes of tangerine and almond, balancing freshness with depth. This wine will be available for members to purchase during July Members’ Night. Enjoy alongside seasonal cheeses and seafood bites; these Albariños are the perfect way to savor summer.
Be among the first to preview our 2024 Albariño, set to be bottled in August!
The 2024 growing season was more favorable for white wines than 2023 in our opinion. Why? Because we were able to retain more acidity, verve, and restraint. The 2024 Albariño is still wound very tight! Which is an indicator that it has a long life ahead of it. It has both lifted aromatics and balanced acidity, complimented by roundness and enhanced complexity from extended lees aging in neutral French oak barrels. Fresh, energetic, and evolving, this sampling offers a glimpse of what’s to come!
We are absolutely in love with these two unique expressions of Albariño — both very different as well. We can’t wait to share them both with you all!
This after-hours evening is complimentary with each member being allowed to reserve up to two spots - space will be limited to 68 guests.
More information
7/10: July Members' Night: Albariño at Catoctin Breeze Vineyard is sold out.