Explore a variety of tasting adventures throughout the small towns of the Yakima Valley, coupled with historic hotel stays, that offer a fresh perspective of the state’s very first appellation … [Read more...] about Wine Trails From Yakima to Prosser
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The Royal Touch
Written by John Vitale ROYAL SLOPE became the 15th official American Viticultural Area (AVA) in Washington on September 2, 2020. With a handful of older vines that date back to the early 1980s, most plantings are less than two decades old. Already this agricultural region has quickly become an important stronghold for growing wine grapes; there are currently 1,900 acres … [Read more...] about The Royal Touch
Cocktail Recipes: J.P. Trodden Distilling
Bourbon and Rye take center stage at J.P. Trodden Distilling in Maltby, where visitors flock for premium, small batch whiskey … [Read more...] about Cocktail Recipes: J.P. Trodden Distilling
The Year in Wine: 2021 Consumer Trends
Virtual tastings, to-go tasting kits, benchmark red wines, the emergence of white Rhône varieties, and the rise of two new appellations are what’s trending … [Read more...] about The Year in Wine: 2021 Consumer Trends
Pondera Winery: The Fine Art of Wine
Pondera Winery shines with creative talent reflected in solidly-crafted wines and a collection of fine art on display … [Read more...] about Pondera Winery: The Fine Art of Wine
Tinte Cellars: A Passion For Giving Back
Tim Gamble and Teresa Spellman Gamble are on a mission to uplift community through wine at Tinte Cellars … [Read more...] about Tinte Cellars: A Passion For Giving Back
The Rewards Of Joining A Wine Club
Joining a wine club can be profoundly rewarding — and while club benefits vary, everyone is treated like family … [Read more...] about The Rewards Of Joining A Wine Club
Special Report: Raise A Glass To Washington Wine
With the world’s wine regions vying for consumer attention, industry leaders and pros speak up about why it makes great sense to drink Washington first … [Read more...] about Special Report: Raise A Glass To Washington Wine
The Wonder of Wallula Vineyards
Wine grape growers Bill and Andy Den Hoed's vision of a world-class site along the Columbia River is known as Wallula Vineyards, whose fruit ranks high among elite producers … [Read more...] about The Wonder of Wallula Vineyards
Rocky Pond Winery: Of Rocks, Toil & Vines
Inspired by Europe's grand winery estates, Rocky Pond Winery expands into a major destination, complete with a vineyard amphitheater for weddings and concerts. On the horizon is an event pavilion, luxe cave tours, spa and casitas. … [Read more...] about Rocky Pond Winery: Of Rocks, Toil & Vines
Take A Walk At Winemakers Loft
At Winemakers Loft in Prosser, enjoy tasting experiences from a hub of family-owned wineries with distinct ties to estate vineyards in the Horse Heaven Hills and Wahluke Slope AVAs … [Read more...] about Take A Walk At Winemakers Loft
Gorman Wines: Destination Maltby
Winemaker Chris Gorman blazes new territory just outside of Woodinville in the town of Maltby, where a cluster of modern wineries promises to become a popular destination … [Read more...] about Gorman Wines: Destination Maltby
Brian Carter Cellars: The Right Blend
On the cutting edge of winemaking for 40 years, veteran Brian Carter crafts the right blend of inspiration, knowledge and passion into every bottle … [Read more...] about Brian Carter Cellars: The Right Blend
Kiona Vineyards: Red Mountain Legacy
For nearly half a century, Kiona Vineyards on Red Mountain has been farmed by grower Scott Williams and his family, whose wine grapes are a prized commodity and used by 60-plus wineries … [Read more...] about Kiona Vineyards: Red Mountain Legacy
Special Report: The Daughters of Washington Wine
As family-owned wineries transition into the next phase of leadership, we hear from a second generation of daughters who are taking command in various roles, bringing fresh ideas and new directions … [Read more...] about Special Report: The Daughters of Washington Wine
Reininger & Helix: For the Love of Terroir
With the Tucker family’s 100-plus years of wheat farming and winemaker Chuck Reininger’s mountaineering background, their passion for discovery is at the heart of Reininger and Helix wines … [Read more...] about Reininger & Helix: For the Love of Terroir
Ode to the Gorge: Jacob Williams Winery
Jacob Williams Winery has kept a focus on crafting wines from grapes grown in and around the magnificent Columbia River Gorge region … [Read more...] about Ode to the Gorge: Jacob Williams Winery
Mercer Estates Winery: A Slice of Heaven
Mercer Estates Winery founders Rob and Brenda Mercer are ambassadors of Washington wine and deeply rooted in the Horse Heaven Hills AVA … [Read more...] about Mercer Estates Winery: A Slice of Heaven
Maryhill Winery: Salute to Washington Terroir
An interview with Craig and Vicki Leuthold, the visionaries behind Maryhill Winery that produces a prolific lineup of 65 different wines … [Read more...] about Maryhill Winery: Salute to Washington Terroir
The Walls Vineyards & Passatempo Taverna
Entrepreneur Mike Martin's tale of a winery and restaurant began with a detour to Walla Walla, a hole-in-one golf shot, and 10 barrels of Chardonnay … [Read more...] about The Walls Vineyards & Passatempo Taverna
Evolutions At Columbia Winery
With a legacy spanning over a half century, the iconic Columbia Winery in Woodinville continues to innovate, raising the bar with exemplary small-lot wines and exceptional guest experiences … [Read more...] about Evolutions At Columbia Winery
Fidelitas: Ascent To Red Mountain
Veteran winemaker Charlie Hoppes has an unceasing thirst for constantly improving on Fidelitas’ terroir-driven, Bordeaux varietal wines … [Read more...] about Fidelitas: Ascent To Red Mountain