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L’Ecole N° 41 & Seattle Times To Co-Chair the 2014 Auction of Wash. Wines

December 12, 2013 – Now in its 27th year, Auction of Washington Wines announced today that the new co-chairs for its annual weekend of events will be Marty and Megan Clubb, owners of L’Ecole No. 41 winery, and Frank and Charlene Blethen, of The Seattle Times and its affiliate newspapers, the Yakima Herald-Republic, the Walla Walla Union-Bulletin and The Issaquah Press. … [Read more...] about L’Ecole N° 41 & Seattle Times To Co-Chair the 2014 Auction of Wash. Wines

Woodward Canyon Celebrates 20th Vintage of Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon

There are a small number of varietal wines that have been produced and bottled continuously every year for two decades, and Woodward Canyon Winery's Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon is a consistent winner.  Since the 1992 vintage, their award-winning Artist Series has featured a different talent each year, focusing mainly on artists from the Northwest.  … [Read more...] about Woodward Canyon Celebrates 20th Vintage of Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon

Woodinville “Wine Valet” to Make Shopping Easier During St. Nick’s Weekend

Woodinville, Wash. – Woodinville Wine Country’s popular St. Nick’s Open House weekend is the perfect time to stock up on wine for holiday gift giving, parties and special celebrations, but the logistics of lugging a case of wine around while tasting can be challenging.   To solve a shopper’s dilemma, Woodinville Wine Country is adding a “wine valet” to this year’s open house … [Read more...] about Woodinville “Wine Valet” to Make Shopping Easier During St. Nick’s Weekend

Walla Walla Valley Reports Successful Harvest Season

Walla Walla, WA — According to a recent survey conducted by the Walla Walla Valley Wine Alliance, nearly ninety percent of its member growers and wineries said the overall quality of the 2013 vintage was above average or exceptional, and almost one in three reported it to be exceptional. Roughly one-half of the respondents also reported that grape tonnage per acre harvested was … [Read more...] about Walla Walla Valley Reports Successful Harvest Season

Dan Carr of Visconti’s Named Guest Chef By Wash. Grape Growers

Dan Carr of Visconti’s has been selected as Guest Chef for the unity banquet during the Washington Association of Wine Grape Growers Annual Meeting, Convention, and Trade Show in February of 2014.  Carr will lead a culinary team that will present a multi-course dinner, matched with Washington state wines, to over 400 industry leaders.  Held at the Three Rivers Convention Center … [Read more...] about Dan Carr of Visconti’s Named Guest Chef By Wash. Grape Growers

‘Taste of Tulalip’ Collaborates With Betz Winery On Commemorative Blend

Tulalip, Wash. — October 16, 2013 — Sommelier Tommy Thompson has announce today that the Taste of Tulalip’s 5th anniversary wine will be a collaboration between honorary winemaker Bob Betz and the Tulalip wine team.  For the first time, Betz Family Winery crafted a distinctive signature wine from their best barrels for a specific event, and worked closely with Tulalip on the … [Read more...] about ‘Taste of Tulalip’ Collaborates With Betz Winery On Commemorative Blend

Hard Ciders Are Slowly Trending Into Wine Tasting Rooms Across Pacific Northwest

Westport, Wash. — It's not uncommon these days to find traditional hard ciders being served alongside wine flights at wineries, a trend that seems to be taking a gentle toehold among a small but growing number of Northwest wineries who are seeking ways to diversify their beverage offerings. Westport Winery, a Washington State producer of fruit wines since 2008, is one of those … [Read more...] about Hard Ciders Are Slowly Trending Into Wine Tasting Rooms Across Pacific Northwest

16 Woodinville Wineries Participate In ‘Toll-Free Tasting’ Program for Seattle Residents This October

Woodinville, WA — There may be no such thing as a free lunch, but Woodinville Wine Country will more than cover the cost of Seattle wine enthusiasts’ 520-crossing fee under its new “Toll-Free Tasting” program that debuts Saturday, October 5, 2013 and continues each Saturday through October. Woodinville Wine Country will cover visitors’ bridge toll by offering a 2-for-1 tasting … [Read more...] about 16 Woodinville Wineries Participate In ‘Toll-Free Tasting’ Program for Seattle Residents This October

Electric Wine Taster Helps Evaluate Washington Wines

A new "electronic tongue" at Washington State University is hard-wired to taste wines in a way that human tongues cannot. Unlike human taste buds, this so-called “e-tongue” never tires or takes a day off, even after hours of around-the-clock sampling, said Carolyn Ross, associate professor of food science and viticulture and enology, who runs the sensory evaluation lab on the … [Read more...] about Electric Wine Taster Helps Evaluate Washington Wines

TERO Estates and Flying Trout Wines Owners Acquire Waters Winery and 21 Grams

Walla Walla, Wash. — August 30, 2013 — Doug Roskelley and Mike Tembreull, owners of TERO Estates and Flying Trout Wines, have acquired Waters Winery, an award-winning Walla Walla producer most known for their single vineyard Syrahs, but also for acclaimed red blends, white wine blends, and Rosé. Included in the sale was the Waters’ interest in 21 Grams. Subsequently, Greg and … [Read more...] about TERO Estates and Flying Trout Wines Owners Acquire Waters Winery and 21 Grams

Taste of Tulalip 2013 Celebrates 5th Anniversary

If you haven't yet experienced the Taste of Tulalip, it's time to mark your calendar and reserve your tickets now. The Tulalip Resort Casino is gearing up for a weekend of revelry to celebrate the 5th anniversary of Taste of Tulalip, its coveted award-winning food and wine aficionado event. Scheduled for November 8 and 9, 2013, this year’s line-up of top talent will include … [Read more...] about Taste of Tulalip 2013 Celebrates 5th Anniversary

Auction of Washington Wines Raises Over $2 Million For Charity

Seattle, August 19, 2013 – The 26th annual Auction of Washington Wines culminated August 15-17 in Woodinville, Wash. at Chateau Ste. Michelle, raising more than $2 million for uncompensated care at Seattle Children’s Hospital and Washington State University’s Viticulture & Enology Program. Known as the region’s premier charity wine event, the weekend featured the Picnic … [Read more...] about Auction of Washington Wines Raises Over $2 Million For Charity

Legends of Washington Wine Gala

Prosser, WA — With this year’s Legends of Washington Wine Gala a week away, details are nearly finalized for the evening. The annual event will honor Mike Hogue, this year’s inductee into the Washington Wine Hall of Fame. The Gala will take place Friday, August 9, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. on the grounds of the Clore Center Vineyard Pavilion in Prosser. … [Read more...] about Legends of Washington Wine Gala

Wineries, Breweries & Food Vendors Gather At 6th Annual Wine in the Pines

Mark your calendar for Saturday, August 31, 2013, when Swiftwater Cellars' amphitheater will become the stage for the 6th annual Wine in the Pines, a celebration of  Washington wine, food, live jazz music and breathtaking views. The one-day festival runs from 2pm-5pm and will feature over 20 different Washington wineries, as well as breweries, distilleries and food vendors.  … [Read more...] about Wineries, Breweries & Food Vendors Gather At 6th Annual Wine in the Pines

Col Solare Gets New Winemaker; Former Winemaker Transfers To Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars

Woodinville, WA. – July 25, 2013 – Ste. Michelle Wine Estates and Marchesi Antinori, joint venture partners for wineries in California and Washington State, today announced the promotion of Darel Allwine to winemaker for Col Solare, the landmark Red Mountain estate founded by the partners in 1995.  … [Read more...] about Col Solare Gets New Winemaker; Former Winemaker Transfers To Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars

Field Guide Could Prove Lifesaver For Grape Growers in the Pacific Northwest

To produce high-quality wine grapes, effective pest management is essential. So, while this book won't make the New York Times best seller list, having a copy around could prove a lifesaver to a vineyard.  The Field Guide for Integrated Pest Management in Pacific Northwest Vineyards (PNW644) published in June 2013 is a must-own edition for anyone growing grapes either for wine … [Read more...] about Field Guide Could Prove Lifesaver For Grape Growers in the Pacific Northwest