About
Ott & Murphy Wines, handcrafted by Swede Hill Cellars on Whidbey Island, uses old-world methods to produce limited small-case runs of Rhone-style blends, Syrah, Viognier, Grenache, and Bordeaux-style reds from Washington's top vineyards. They operate an offsite tasting room in Langley featuring winemaker pouring events, live music, and a romantic cabaret atmosphere. Wines emphasize classic styles with high ratings and awards from Seattle Wine Awards and Wine Enthusiast.
Rhone-style blends
Bordeaux-style reds
Whidbey Island handcrafted wines
Limited small case runs
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What They Make
Mutiny Bay Red
Bright cherry & raspberry with vanilla, allspice & tobacco; pairs easily with food.
Viognier
Fruit focused with structure, depth and mouthfeel.
L'Entente
Violets, fennel, blackberry, chocolate on long finish. Reserve.
Syrah
Dark fruits, white flowers, smoke, pepper, chewy tannins.
Double Bluff Red
Fresh bright fruit, strength and best finish yet.
Grenache
Spicy cherry/berry, earthy chocolate finish. 89 points Wine Enthusiast, Bronze Seattle Wine Awards. Limited.
L'Entente Blanc
Wildly rich and complex flavors. New release.
Tempranillo
Leather, cherried-tobacco, smoky plum, black cherry. Gold Medal Seattle Wine Awards. Reserve.
Radieux
Classy Bordeaux blend, top seller, ages well.
Viognier
Complex depth, sense of place, grace and balance. 88 points Wine Enthusiast.
Awards
Double Gold Medal
2012
Gold Medal
2012
Bronze Medal
2012
Gold Medal
2012
91 points
2012
90 points
2012
89 points
2012
88 points
2012
86 points
2012
Upcoming Events
Winemaker Pouring Events
Saturdays 1-5pm
Meet winemakers at tasting room
Evening Cabaret
Saturdays 7-9pm recurring
Live music, wine, cheese, treats in French cabaret atmosphere
Mutiny Bay Red Release Party
November 30th
4-7pm at tasting room
Latest News
Harvest 2012 update: at capacity with great vintage potential; upcoming releases including 2009 Petite Sirah and 2012 Chanson Rose' of Mourvedre.