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June 2024 Release -- Scroll down for details!
The UNDERGROUND Wine Club
FRW has introduced a new option for Underground Wine Club Members to either purchase four bottles of wine selected by our Winemaking Team, or four bottles of wine of their own choice, in March, June, September, and December, and receive a 20% discount on all wines purchased year round.
Join our community of friends seeking to share their curiosity and passion for small scale viticulture and artisanal winemaking.
Being a member of the Underground Wine Club gives you a “behind the scenes” look into the vineyard and winemaking process, as well as exclusive access to our rarest wines and everyday discounts on all our wine and on select merchandise.
It is your ticket to a wine adventure curated by the passionate Wine Team at Freedom Run Winery.
Underground Wine Club Members also will get:
• Four wines selected by our Winemaking Team, or four wines of your own choice, in March, June, September, and December ~ including at least one Underground Wine Club exclusive offering;
• Access to our newest bottlings, small production, and library wines;
• A 20% discount on all bottle purchases;
• Four tasting coupons with each release, for you to use or share;
• VIP invitations to club exclusive and winery events;
• In-depth newsletter filled with updates and information straight from the winemakers;
• An approximate cost per release of $95.00-$125.00 (before local tax/shipping);
• $5.00 discount on shipping or schedule a free pickup.
June 2024 Release
The first offering for our June release is the latest iteration of a perennial favorite; our 2023 Vin Gris. This year we have a complex blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Pinot Noir. Each variety was harvested and fermented separately. The resulting wine is bright pink and beautiful, with a vibrant nose of candied strawberry and fresh cream. We only made 80 cases of this summertime quaff so, stock up now before we drink it all!
Next up, we have our 2023 Riesling. Every year we arrest the fermentation of our Riesling according to a complex rubric based on Malic and Tartaric acid content, pH, Brix at harvest…and our mood at the time. Unlike our ’22 Riesling, which is nearly dry, our ’23 has just a touch of noticeable sweetness, supporting the lime and stone fruit aroma, and balancing the crisp acidity.
We are nearing the end of the 2018 Pinot Noir, and it is a sad thing, because with the powerful 2020s on next deck, it may be a while before we release another vintage to match its elegant subtlety. Delicate Pinot Noir like the 2018, is a perfect chillable picnic wine, and a wonderful match for summer fare, even some fish dishes. Imagine it with grilled salmon or salad nicoise.
Of course, not all summer fare is lightweight. Sometimes momma needs a nice grilled slab of cow! For these occasions, we suggest our 2020 Meritage. You’ve had it before and you have all been made aware of its aging potential, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy it now. This 60/40 Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon blend is your grilled meat wine. We suggest highlighting the herbaceous notes of the Cabernet Franc with a chimichurri sauce on that steak!
"It’s hard to believe it has only been two years since we began our mission of assembling a little association of wine lovers, gastronomes, and hedonists. Sharing our passion for small production wine growing and highlighting the Niagara Escarpment’s consistent ability to produce truly world class wines has been a pleasure," stated Vineyard Manager Kurt Guba.
“If you aren’t taking advantage of your discount on all wine-related events, you should be! It is a great way to make the most of your membership. Check out our First Friday Wine Class which is a great way to expand your wine IQ. We will also let you know about pairing dinners, special tastings and vault releases available to Underground Wine Club Members, and you can also check out all of our fun Happenings.” added Winemaker Ryan Sidoti.
Wine Team - Ryan Sidoti and Kurt Guba
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As our slogan is 'We View Wine As Art' ~ one bottle of each four-bottle release will be embellished with art for Underground Wine Club members.