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Syrah is heralded as one of Washington's best varietals and the ever-popular 15th Annual Sexy Syrah returns to Salty's on Alki Beach, one of Seattle's hottest view restaurants, from 6-9pm on Thursday, April 28, 2016. "Syrah is seducing wine enthusiasts who have an affection for red wines with bold spices, rich fruit and silky texture," says Sommelier David LeClaire, … [Read more...] about The Syrah Event of the Year Returns to Seattle on April 28, 2016

Walla Walla, Wash. – April 11, 2016 – Tyler Tennyson has joined Walla Walla Valley’s Dunham Cellars as winemaker. Tennyson will oversee all winemaking operations, including working with growers, managing cellar staff, directing winemaking protocol, and overseeing sensory evaluation and blending. Tennyson comes to Dunham Cellars from Gordon Estate Winery in Pasco, Wash., … [Read more...] about Dunham Cellars Hires Tyler Tennyson To Oversee Winemaking

Lowden, Wash. — April 5, 2016 — There's few things in this world more satisfying than fabulous pizza and a glass of wine, and Woodward Canyon Winery's seasonal Reserve House will feature a rotating menu of tantalizing wood-fired pizzas as it launches its 5th lunch season on Friday, May 13th. (Those familiar with Woodward Canyon know the winery's longtime passion for authentic … [Read more...] about Woodward Canyon’s Begins Pizza Lunch Fridays & Private Events at Reserve House

Red Mountain AVA, Benton City, Wash. – Updated March 15, 2016 – Visitors to Washington State’s Red Mountain American Viticultural Area (AVA) have more to do than sample excellent wines.  Horse-powered tourism, specifically wagon and trail rides, provide visitors the experience of being immersed in the vineyards of Red Mountain. Riders with Red Mountain Trails are provided … [Read more...] about Wine Tasting Trail Rides Come To Washington’s Red Mountain Wine Region

Portland, Ore. – March 7, 2016 - The Northwest Cider Association (NWCA) is seeking orchardists to grow heirloom apple varieties. With the help of an Oregon Department of Agriculture specialty crop block grant, the NWCA has planned two public outreach meetings in Oregon on Tuesday, March 22 and Wednesday, March 23 to connect orchardists and cidermakers. "In order for the … [Read more...] about Connecting Orchardists With Cidermakers To Meet Demand For Heirloom Apples

Prosser, Wash. — March 2016 — WSU food scientist Dr. Charles Nagel has been selected as the 2016 inductee into the Legends of Washington Wine Hall of Fame. The Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center will honor Dr. Nagel with this posthumous award during the Legends of Washington Wine gala to be held at 6:00pm on Friday, August 12th, 2016 at the Walter Clore Center. Dr. … [Read more...] about Dr. Charles Nagel To Be Inducted Into Legends of Washington Wine Hall of Fame

It’s not too late to be surprise your sweetie with a special Valentine's Weekend. Red Wine and Chocolate Weekend Events are planned all across Washington state, filled with delectable pairings of wine and chocolate confections.  Read on to discover our staff favorites. February 12-15 Yakima Valley Red Wine & Chocolate The 4-day weekend event kicks off with a Secret … [Read more...] about Surprise Your Sweetie With A Weekend of Red Wine & Chocolate

January 28, 2016 — After 28 vintages, Seven Hills Winery owners Casey and Vicky McClellan decided it was time for a change from the busy day-to-day operations required in running and managing a family-owned winery business. The deal, finalized late yesterday afternoon, involves the sale of Seven Hills Winery to Crimson Wine Group, headquartered in Napa, Calif. whose holdings … [Read more...] about Seven Hills Winery Sells To Napa-Based Crimson Wine Group

In a celebration of outstanding flavor as well as responsibility, Snowdrift Cider Co. of Wenatchee, Wash. has earned national recognition from Good Food Awards for their blended and barrel-aged cider, Cornice, a winner of their highly-vetted and scrutinously-judged award. “We’re really happy with the news,” says owner and cider maker Tim Larsen. “After so many years of … [Read more...] about Snowdrift Cider Co. of Wenatchee Wins National Recognition From Good Foods Awards

Seattle, Wash. — January 18, 2016 — Seattle Uncorked is pleased to announce the 6th Annual Cabernet Classic Grand Tasting Event featuring the king of the grapes, Cabernet Sauvignon.  This prestigious event will be held at the new Porsche Bellevue on Saturday, February 6, 2015 from 6-9pm. Cabernet has long been heralded as the “king of wines,” and this annual event offers an … [Read more...] about Seattle Uncorked Announces The 6th Annual Cabernet Classic

January 12, 2016 — Are you looking for your Secret Crush for Valentines?  Find your “Wine Crush” at the kick-off party to Red Wine & Chocolate. Secret Crush is an evening of sampling more than 35 of the Yakima Valley’s highest rated wines (90+ or double gold winners). Nibble on sumptuous heavy appetizers from chef Greg Massett and meet some of the founders of the … [Read more...] about Find Your ‘Secret Crush’ at Yakima Valley’s Red Wine & Chocolate

Prosser, Wash. — January 11, 2016 — Each month the Walter Clore Wine & Culinary Center sources and features wine around a specific theme. For the month of January, the tasting room will feature wines made with grapes from the Columbia Gorge AVA. "It's exciting to feature the Columbia Gorge AVA" says April Reddout, Wine Program Manager for the Clore Center. "Columbia … [Read more...] about Taste Wines Crafted From Grapes Grown In The Columbia Gorge AVA

January 7, 2016 — Taste Washington, the country's largest single-region wine and food event, returns to Seattle with a premier lineup of events happening March 31 - April 3, 2016. Culminating in a Grand Tasting featuring over 225 Washington wineries, other events include an exclusive Red & White Party, thought-provoking seminars, farm excursions, and The New Vintage … [Read more...] about Expand Your Wine Knowledge At The 2016 Taste Washington

October 28, 2015 — During the two-day Olympic Peninsula Harvest Wine Tour on November 7th and 8th,, ten artisan wineries and cideries located on the Olympic Peninsula will pair new and current releases with foods that celebrate the autumn season, from hearty soups and pumpkin chili to root vegetables with a new twist to seasonal sweets. Visitors will be greeted by signature … [Read more...] about Olympic Peninsula Harvest Wine Tour

Paterson, Wash. — October 5, 2015 — Each harvest brings Columbia Crest a new opportunity to bring the expressive terroir of Washington State to wine drinkers around the world. Harvest also provides a once-a-year platform for creativity and ingenuity in the vineyard. Currently nestled between the Wautoma Springs vines is a half-ton concrete fermenter holding Clone 8 Cabernet … [Read more...] about Columbia Crest Experiments With Wild Yeast Fermentation In The Vineyard

Tulalip, Wash. — October 1, 2015 — On Saturday, November 14th, get up close and personal at the 7th annual Taste of Tulalip Rock and Roll Challenge, where three chef/sommelier teams will face off for the ultimate, fun-filled 30-minute cooking and wine pairing showdown—Iron Chef Style. So hold on, as this will be a fast paced culinary roller coaster with slammin’ Rock and Roll … [Read more...] about Witness A Culinary Roller Coaster At The 7th Annual Taste of Tulalip Rock N’ Roll Chef & Sommelier Challenge

Walla Walla, Wash. — September 21, 2015 — Wine & Spirits magazine has designated L’Ecole N° 41 as one of its Top 100 Wineries of 2015. The award is a pretty big deal because it marks the 14th consecutive year L’Ecole has been named a Wine & Spirits Winery of the Year. The magazine tasted more than 15,000 international wines over the course of the year to winnow the list … [Read more...] about L’Ecole N° 41 Earns Spot On List Of ‘Top 100 Wineries’ For 14th Consecutive Year

September 17, 2015 — Grape harvest is underway in Washington state's first-established appellation, Yakima Valley AVA, and that means wineries will be celebrating harvest during Catch the Crush Weekend on Saturday and Sunday, October 10-11, 2015. This annual two-day event keeps it lively and fun because there are so many varied winery experiences going on, including grape … [Read more...] about ‘Catch the Crush’ Promises A Weekend Of Festivities At Nearly 40 Yakima Valley Wineries

Woodinville, Wash. – September 1, 2015 – To celebrate this year’s harvest, Columbia Winery is holding a Harvest Celebration on Saturday, September 19, which includes gourmet food and wine pairings. Kicking off the celebration is a VIP Ticket option that provides ticket holders the opportunity to interact in a live video chat with the winemaking team from 3-4pm. VIP guests get … [Read more...] about Columbia Winery Harvest Celebration Features Wine, Food & Music

Prosser, Wash. — September 4, 2015 — Each month the Clore Center sources and features wine around a specific theme. For the month of September, the tasting room will focus on "Back to School" wines, made by students in the Enology and Viticulture Programs at Yakima Valley Community College, Walla Walla Community College, South Seattle Community College, and Washington State … [Read more...] about Taste Wines Made By WA Enology Students During Month of September At The Clore Center