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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

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

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

The Yakima Valley Visitors & Convention Bureau has launched the Spirits and Hops Trail, a hip and fun website where visitors and residents can easily navigate the growing number of local craft breweries, cideries and distilleries that have sprung up throughout the region.  … [Read more...] about New Spirits and Hops Website Helps Visitors Navigate Yakima Valley Breweries, Cideries & Distilleries

Spokane, Wash. — Latah Creek Wine Cellars is unveiling a new label and a variety of new products as they enter their 31st year of wine production. Established in 1982, Latah Creek Wine Cellars is one of only a few family-owned and operated wineries in the state. … [Read more...] about Latah Creek Wine Cellars Launches New Offerings To Celebrate 31st Year

Did you know that Riesling is the #1 grape varietal grown in Washington State? With over 31,700 tonnage grown last year, Riesling accounts for 22.4% of the total grape varietals grown in Washington State. On Sunday, July 14, 2013, the 4th Annual Riesling Rendezvous Grand Tasting is your exclusive and rare opportunity to taste Rieslings from around the world as winemakers … [Read more...] about Taste Riesling From Around The World on July 14, 2013

If you are involved in the Washington wine, beer or spirits industry, ZINO Vino's motivational and educational forum may inspire your enterprise to new heights. The ZINO Vino, Spirits & Brew Liquid Assets Forum is on Monday, July 15 at the Columbia Tower Club in Seattle. Spend a day with experts on “everything wine and alcohol," as they share their vast knowledge on how to … [Read more...] about ZINO Vino Forum Raises Bar For Wine, Brew & Spirits Industry Pros

Prosser, Wash. – Mike Hogue, founder of The Hogue Cellars and owner of Hogue Ranches, has been selected as the 2013 inductee into the Legends of Washington Wine Hall of Fame. … [Read more...] about Mike Hogue To Be Inducted Into “The Legends of Washington Wine” Hall Of Fame

Prosser, Wash. — Registration is now open for the 2013 annual Moteur de Vine fundraiser ride. Now in its fifth year, the ride provides an up-close look at Washington State’s grape-growing regions known as American Viticultural Areas (AVA). The annual ride is the creation of long-time wine industry veterans Bill denHoed and Scott Pontin. … [Read more...] about 5th Annual “Moteur de Vine” Motorcyle Ride Will Tour Of Puget Sound Vineyards

A pristine Alpine garden with cascading waterfalls, colorful flowers, stone pathways, and spectacular views of the Wenatchee and the Columbia River Valley defines Ohme Gardens. This oasis-like setting has been welcoming visitors since 1939 and great place to explore when seeking a cooler spot to take a break and breathe in the fresh mountain air. … [Read more...] about The Ohme Wine & Food Gala Is Wenatchee’s Top Summer Wine & Food Event

Kirkland, WA — Eccolo Cellars is a boutique collaboration focused on expressing Piedmont grape varieties in Washington State. With his heritage in Northern Italy, owner Adam Ashley Bernstein began his journey in wine a long time ago, sharing bottles with friends during Italian-style dinners. … [Read more...] about The Barbera That Launched Eccolo Cellars

Prosser, WA – The Walter Clore Wine & Culinary Center is pleased to announce Greg Lipsker, owner of Barrister Winery in Spokane, as the 2013 Legends blend winemaker. Lipsker is the seventh winemaker to make an exclusive blend to commemorate this year’s inductee into the Washington Wine Hall of Fame. … [Read more...] about Greg Lipsker of Barrister Winery Creates Blend For 2013 Legends of Washington Wine Gala

The Horse Heaven Hills grape growing region is home to 25% of Washington State's vineyard acreage and one of the most beautiful places imaginable. It's 'big sky' farming country, warm and dry, and the oldest vineyards here date back to 1972 when Don and Linda Mercer planted what is today known as Champoux Vineyards. … [Read more...] about Tour the Horse Heaven Hills AVA During 8th Annual Trail Drive

Back for its fifth year is "Revelry on Red Mountain" on Saturday May 25, 2013 from 6-9pm during Memorial Day weekend. Tasting Room Magazine is a sponsor of the Auction of Washington Wines, a series of fundraising events that include Revelry. It promises an evening of world class wines, gourmet cuisine bites, breathtaking views of the Horse Heaven Hills and Red Mountain and a … [Read more...] about Revelry on Red Mountain Pairs Winemakers & Gourmet Cuisine On Memorial Day Weekend