The wines of Kelnan Wine Management are specifically selected with an eye for high winemaking standards while demonstrating tremendous value. Plus, they have to be a lot of fun to work with or I'm throwing the towel in early. Value is a relative concept. We've had plenty of $40-50 Cabernets, Merlot or what-have-you that should have been priced in the low-teens. Conversely, w've also had a few wines in the $30-40 price range that could easily compete against wines costing double to triple this amount. The challenge is to find wines that represent their regions and tastes while representing real value; wines that are fun to drink either by themselves or with friends and family with meals. For those of us that ascribe to this category, KWM offers the following:

WASHINGTON | CALIFORNIA | OREGON

OREGON

Montinore Estate, Forest Grove, Oregon. These wines represent one of the most impressive winery turn-arounds in recent history. With an eye towards elegance and balance, Montinore is now producing varietally accurate, clean, and crisp White Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Muller-Thurgau, Pinot Noir, and a delicious Late Harvest Riesling. All fruit is estate grown adjacent to the winery. These are stunning wines and sensational values which deliver pure flavors that match perfectly with food. One of the best kept secrets from Oregon. Representation in WA, ID, MT, AK, WY, UT & IN only. www.Montinore.com.