Consumers have long been in love with Washington red blends. Discover 16 unique proprietary reds as we delve into the decisions winemakers face in creating masterful, sometimes even unconventional, wine blends. … [Read more...] about Art of the Blend: Proprietary Red Wines
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Celebrating 40 Years Of Growing Grapes On Bainbridge Island
THIS SUMMER marks the 40th year of grape growing on Bainbridge Island, defying the commonly held belief that grapes “can’t grow” on this side of the Cascade Mountain Range. Gerard and JoAnn Bentryn founded Bainbridge Island Vineyards and Winery in 1977, after being inspired by their study of grape growing and wine making in Europe, New Zealand, Australia, and South Africa. … [Read more...] about Celebrating 40 Years Of Growing Grapes On Bainbridge Island
TERO Estates: Bold Reds in the Valley
Walla Walla-based TERO Estates has grown to include three sister wineries that complement each other with a diverse collection of rich red wines … [Read more...] about TERO Estates: Bold Reds in the Valley
Explore Bainbridge Island’s Winery Loop
Radiating with natural beauty and rural charm, the Puget Sound community of Bainbridge Island is home to seven artisan wineries … [Read more...] about Explore Bainbridge Island’s Winery Loop
Power Ballad: Gorman Winery
It’s hard to tell what Chris Gorman of Gorman Winery loves more — wine or music. Luckily for us, he doesn’t have to choose. … [Read more...] about Power Ballad: Gorman Winery
Pillow Talk: An Interview With The First Couple of Washington Wine
No other married couple in the state makes as much wine, collectively speaking, as Juan Muñoz-Oca and Jessica Munnell. In this interview, they talk freely about their influences on wine—and each other. … [Read more...] about Pillow Talk: An Interview With The First Couple of Washington Wine
College Cellars: The Academics of Wine
College Cellars in Walla Walla is turning heads with award-winning student-made wine and generating a new crop of tomorrow’s winemakers in the process … [Read more...] about College Cellars: The Academics of Wine
Old Vines: Where Roots & Passions Run Deep
Wines made from long-established vineyards, known as “old vines,” are on the uptick. We turn to the pros for a conversation about the mystical significance surrounding these remarkable wines. … [Read more...] about Old Vines: Where Roots & Passions Run Deep
Col Solare: On Shining Hill
Col Solare's winemaker Darel Allwine talks about changes afoot at the once-exclusive winery whose gates are now open to the public for tastings … [Read more...] about Col Solare: On Shining Hill
Take A Trolley Wine Adventure In Tri-Cities
The Fruit of the Vine Trolley whisks wine tasters around fine wineries in the Tri-Cities … [Read more...] about Take A Trolley Wine Adventure In Tri-Cities
Côte Bonneville: A Walk In The Vineyard
An interview with winemaker Kerry Shiels, who takes no shortcuts when it comes to crafting world-class estate wines in the Yakima Valley … [Read more...] about Côte Bonneville: A Walk In The Vineyard
Owen Roe Winery: Grounded in the Vines
David O’Reilly of Owen Roe Winery is entrenched in vineyards from the Yakima Valley to the Willamette in his quest to craft finessed Washington reds and distinctive Oregon Pinot Noir … [Read more...] about Owen Roe Winery: Grounded in the Vines
Touring Southwest Washington
Washington's southwest corner along the Interstate-5 corridor is home to a growing number of wineries settling in Clark County. We tour eight wineries, from rustic and quirky tasting rooms to urban chic. … [Read more...] about Touring Southwest Washington
Woodward Canyon: Seeds of Sustainability
The legendary Woodward Canyon in Walla Walla is making strides to reduce its carbon footprint … [Read more...] about Woodward Canyon: Seeds of Sustainability
Changing of the Guard at Betz Family Winery
Five years after the sale of Betz Family Winery, the iconic winery continues to raise the bar … [Read more...] about Changing of the Guard at Betz Family Winery
A Father’s Legacy: The Walter Clore Center
Taste wines from different appellations at the Walter Clore Wine & Culinary Center, a showcase for Washington wine and tribute to the Father of Washington Wine … [Read more...] about A Father’s Legacy: The Walter Clore Center
Exploring Walla Walla’s Southside
Tour five wineries south of Walla Walla along a half-mile stretch of scenic J.B. George Road, each with distinct personality and world-class wines … [Read more...] about Exploring Walla Walla’s Southside
Force Majeure: An Unstoppable Force
After a year of heavy changes, Force Majeure looks to the future with the recruitment of Napa Valley winemaker Todd Alexander and a roster of all-star consultants. … [Read more...] about Force Majeure: An Unstoppable Force
StoneTree Vineyard: Of Vines & Fossils
Fruit from StoneTree Vineyard has long been a prized component in many Washington blends, and today more and more winemakers are reserving their best barrels to produce a vineyard designate. … [Read more...] about StoneTree Vineyard: Of Vines & Fossils
Incubator Wineries: Hatched in Walla Walla
The Winery Incubators at the Walla Walla Regional Airport have become a landing strip for promising wineries—and they're taking off in a big way … [Read more...] about Incubator Wineries: Hatched in Walla Walla
Lake Chelan: Wine Touring & Travel Destination
Lake Chelan is destination travel at its truest—we return to this exciting AVA and tour six more of the 20-plus wineries established around the lake On the eastern slopes of the Cascade Mountains, Lake Chelan is a year-round tourist destination, offering outdoor sports from golf to boating, miles of hiking trails, and of course, wine tasting galore.An officially … [Read more...] about Lake Chelan: Wine Touring & Travel Destination
A Feminine Touch at Yakima’s DuBrul Vineyard
Overlooking the lush Yakima Valley, DuBrul Vineyard is cultivating a loyal following for their elegant fruit—with helpful hands from an all-female vineyard crew If you drive by DuBrul Vineyard, near Sunnyside, from mid-February through harvest in the fall, you are likely to see the ladies of their vineyard crew hard at work. They might be pruning, thinning, or doing … [Read more...] about A Feminine Touch at Yakima’s DuBrul Vineyard