Inspired by the traditional Bandol rosé from the south of France, the 2021 Blushing Bear is a delicate, pale pink wine reminiscent of summer.
Fresh and fragrant, flavors of sun-kissed wild strawberry, juicy white peach, fresh guava, and hints of orange peel overflow from the glass.
This wine is perfectly balanced, with cheerful flavours that give it a full-bodied, textured mouthfeel and a long, lively finish.
It's time for the sunglasses.
Fresh and fragrant, flavors of sun-kissed wild strawberry, juicy white peach, fresh guava, and hints of orange peel overflow from the glass.
This wine is perfectly balanced, with cheerful flavours that give it a full-bodied, textured mouthfeel and a long, lively finish.
The grapes are harvested from Walla Walla Valley vineyards and gently whole-cluster pressed to impart fragrant aromas and delicate flavors.
The juice is then fermented and aged in stainless steel tanks for five months, resulting in a clean, fresh style.
The owner, Kyle MacLachlan, is a Washington-born actor who gained widespread popularity for his role as FBI Special Agent Dale Cooper in the 1990 TV series "Twin Peaks," based on the novel by David Lynch.
With a strong passion for wine, McLachlan began making wine in 2005 as another passion of his to pursue alongside his acting career.
A native of Yakima in Washington State's Columbia Valley wine-growing heartland, McLachlan produces three highly acclaimed Columbia Valley wines: Persuaded by Bear Cabernet Sauvignon, Baby Bear Syrah and Blushing Bear Rosé.
An overwhelming love for his hometown and a desire to stay connected to his family roots has translated into a passion and enthusiasm for artisanal winemaking.
McLachlan has quickly become an advocate and evangelist for the unique characteristics and flavor profiles of WA wines, and is involved in all aspects of Persuaded by Bear's wines.
McLachlan sees a strong connection between acting and winemaking in that they both balance process, patience and creativity.
He named his wine Pursued by Bear in homage to one of the most famous stage directions in Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale, Act III, Scene III: "exit, pursued by bear."
The stage directions are amusing and unexpected, not only reflecting his stage background, but also providing a subtle glimpse of his sense of humor.
"That phrase seemed like a perfect fit for what I was trying to do," he said.