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            Salem Oregon's Premier Wine Shop!

                      ...Whether you're a novice or a savvy wine drinker, we're your wine shop!

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Santiam Wine & Bistro

We enjoy helping our clients choose the perfect wine for their occasion, including wine pairings, wine tastings, gifts, specific food pairings, planning a wedding, party or whatever else! We would love to answer your questions and help make the perfect selection for you. At Santiam Wine & Bistro you can plan a private party, if the shop is available. And we aren't limited only to wines: we have some great balsamic vinegar, olive oils from Spain, France, Oregon and Italy, exotic salts, fabulous local & imported cheese; and meat & cheese platters to go and more!

Please join us at our wine tastings and explore new wine options that may suit your palate! Our wine tastings are the perfect way to meet new wines & friends! Please, check our calendar for future wine tasting events. Reservations are not necessary, unless your party is over six then we would recommend reservations.

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• Santiam Wine & Bistro February 2026 Red Cheap & Cheerful $94.40
  
• 2023 CasaSmith Cinghiale 100% Sangiovese, Rosebud Vineyard Wahluke slope WA $20. highly rated, juicy, and vibrant red wine from Washington's Wahluke Slope, noted for its bright red berry flavors, dusty rose, and herbal notes. It is a medium-bodied, savory wine with well-defined tannins and a crisp finish. and a lingering finish. Consistently praised for being a "knockout" and an affordable, high quality.
• 2022 Franciscan Estate Cabernet Sauvignon $20. The 2022 Franciscan Cabernet Sauvignon is full-bodied California red, noted for its bold, fruit-forward profile featuring blackberry, plum, and oak-driven notes of vanilla and mocha. Generally considered good, accessible value, it offers a smooth, structured palate with moderate tannins.
• 2023 Kermit Lynch Cote Du Rhone, France $17 Lynch Kermit Cotes Du Rhone Rouge: Lynch Kermit Cotes Du Rhone Rouge is crafted in the Rhone Valley, France. This red wine blend features dark berry and plum notes, often with a touch of spice. The Rhone Valley's diverse vineyards contribute to the wine's complexity, making it a great companion for grilled meats and Mediterranean dishes.
• 2022 Masciarellli Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Italy $11 The 2022 Masciarelli Montepulciano d'Abruzzo is a vibrant, fruit-forward red wine from Italy's Abruzzo region, featuring notes of dark cherry, plum, and violet with a savory, herbaceous finish. Known for its excellent value, this 100% Montepulciano is fermented in stainless steel to maintain freshness, offering a velvety texture and soft tannins that make it ideal for pairing with pasta, roasted meats, and pizza.
• 2021 Masi Campofiorin, Italy $20. The 2021 Masi Campofiorin is a renowned, full-bodied "Supervenetian" red wine from Veneto, Italy, blending Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara grapes. Utilizing a double fermentation technique, it offers intense aromas of ripe cherry, plum, and spice, with velvety tannins, good acidity, and 13% alcohol content. Rated highly (91-92 points) for its balanced, savory, and complex profile, it pairs well with grilled meats, pasta, and aged cheeses.
• 2021 Grounded by Josh Phelps Cabernet Sauvignon, California $18. Savory and spicy red with a plush, fruit-forward palate. The nose shows ripe red berry, crushed herbs, and crushed notes, following through to a medium body with a chalky texture and mellow fruit character. Drink now. 90 Points Wine Spectator
  
  
• Santiam Wine & Bistro February White Cheap & Cheerful $86.40
  
• 2023 St Innocent Chardonnay Villages Cuvee WV $20 A clear, cool-climate expression that leans into restraint rather than gloss. The nose opens with green apple skin, Meyer lemon, and pear, layered with subtle chamomile, wet stone, and a faint almond-skin nuttiness. On the palate it is taut and quietly textural, driven by saline acidity and a gentle phenolic grip, with flavors of citrus pith, underripe orchard fruit, and a whisper of cream that never tips into richness. Oak stays firmly in the background, more frame than flavor, allowing the wine’s mineral line and freshness to carry through a clean, lightly savory finish. Outstanding if not even more in quality, and outstanding in value at $20
• 2024 La Vieille Ferme Blanc France $12 La Vieille Ferme White is a popular, budget-friendly French wine from the Southern Rhône Valley produced by Famille Perrin. It is a crisp, dry blend of Grenache Blanc, Bourboulenc, Ugni Blanc, and sometimes Vermentino or Roussanne. Known for aromas of citrus, white flowers, and stone fruit, it offers excellent value. Screw cap! 12.5% ALC
• 2023 Roseblood d’Estoublon Rosé Provence $18 Roseblood Rosé stands as the flagship cuvée, meticulously crafted to highlight elegance and subtle complexity. Under the skilled orchestration of Technical Director Victor Joyeux, this exceptional blend is sourced from Coteaux Varois en Provence vineyards. Comprising Grenache, Syrah, and Rolle, it results in a harmonious composition of flavors. It comes in elegant, playful, and bold packaging. The serpent serves as a symbol of seductive power, while the rose represents vitality and infuses floral, both embodying the essence of Château d’Estoublon’s “Garden of Eden.”
• 2024 Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc + Viognier $13 #27 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2025 Crisp, bright, and vivacious! The Chenin Blanc opens with vibrant aromas of kiwi and fresh-cut melon, followed by key lime zest and white flowers. Hints of honeysuckle, jasmine, white peach, and nectarine add depth of flavor. The Viognier lends a luscious mouthfeel with exotic notes of lychee and orange blossom, while the Chenin Blanc provides structure and a signature citrus character. The palate is clean and crisp, balancing refreshing acidity with gentle sweetness for a harmonious finish—perfect on its own or paired with a variety of dishes. Blend: 80% Chenin Blanc, 20% Viognier
• 2024Haut-Rian Bordeaux Blanc $13 In France, one must farm organically for a while before certification, and for Michel and Isabelle Dietrich of Chateau Haut-Rian, hard work paid off, as they were officially certified in 2025. One gets a sense of their hard work in this unoaked Bordeaux Blanc. Their vineyards are planted to 60% Semillon and 40% Sauvignon Blanc, and the blend shows fresh, heady aromatics of both. The palate is clean and zippy, with citrus and mineral notes. It is a great aperitif, or a perfect partner for Sole Piccata.
• 2024 Deltetto Roero Arneis Italy $20 Deltetto Roero Arneis (notably the Daivej or San Michele cuvées) is an organic white wine from Piedmont, Italy, featuring a yellow straw color. Known for its fresh, vibrant character, this wine often highlights aromas of white blossom, exotic fruit, and apple, with a savory, mineral-driven palate, and a crisp finish.  
  

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Location and Directions: We're conveniently located on 12th St. SE next to Fitt's Seafood just south of downtown Salem.  Santiam Wine & Bistro 1555 12th St. SE, Suite 130 Salem, OR. 97302 503-589-0775 Join us on Facebook Please check our newsletter or calendar for scheduled events! Become a fan on Facebook to view pictures and receive mobile updates on current releases and events!

Our Products and Services in Brief:

• Since 1995, we have been featuring a wide selection of wines from all wine regions of the world while specializing in Northwest wines- and at price points from very affordable upward.
• Home of the Cheap & Cheerful six-pack. Available in Red and White wines or you can mix them up.