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Hattrup Farms, home to the renowned Elephant Mountain and Sugarloaf Vineyards in Washington State’s Rattlesnake Hills AVA, has been acquired by Andrew Schultz of Brothers in Farms (a vineyard management company), and Tinte Estates, owned by Tim Gamble and Teresa Spellman Gamble of Tinte Cellars winery based in Woodinville, WA. Co-founders and owners Joe and Susan Hattrup are … [Read more...] about Top-Ranked Vineyards Elephant Mountain and Sugarloaf Vineyards Change Ownership

Walla Walla, WA — L’Ecole № 41, one of the founding wineries of Washington’s Walla Walla Valley has appointed Matthew Carroll as National Sales Manager - Northeast. In this new role, Carroll will be responsible for sales in 21 markets: Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey,  New … [Read more...] about L’Ecole № 41 Appoints Matthew Carroll as National Sales Manager – Northeast

Zillah, WA — A consortium of like-minded individuals, representing over 1,000 acres of premium vineyards, have come together to announce the launch of The Hills, an organization dedicated to promoting the Rattlesnake Hills AVA in Washington state as one of the premier grape growing and wine producing regions in the world. “We’re excited to take this step and bring our … [Read more...] about 14 Growers & Estate Wineries Come Together to Rebrand The Rattlesnake Hills AVA as “The Hills”

Prosser, WA — Known as the ‘birthplace of Washington wine,’ the city of Prosser is excited to announce the return of the popular Bubbles & Bites evening happening on Saturday,  November 9, 2024, from 4pm to 8pm at the Walter Clore Wine & Culinary Center. Bubbles & Bites features local sparkling wines to sample, taste, and purchase. As the holiday season approaches, … [Read more...] about Bubbles & Bites Returns to The Walter Clore Wine & Culinary Center on 11/9/24

Mercer Wine Estates has announced the addition of the distinguished winemaker Ali Mayfield, who joined the Mercer team in the summer of 2024. "Ali brings a vibrant enthusiasm for Horse Heaven Hills fruit and a deep commitment to creating the elegant New World wines for which Mercer is known," says winery owners Rob and Brenda Mercer. "Her extensive experience with premier … [Read more...] about Winemaker Ali Mayfield Joins Mercer Wine Estates

Auction of Washington Wines’ premier philanthropic wine events benefit Seattle Children’s and Washington State University Viticulture & Enology Department … [Read more...] about Auction of Washington Wines Raises $4.25 Million during its 37th Year

Manson, WA — Diffraction Wine, a sister brand of Cairdeas Winery, has embarked on a new adventure in the heart of Downtown Manson at 50 Wapato Way, Suite B. The new retail space location, open seven days a week from 12-6pm, combines Diffraction wines (a white, Rosé, and red), local beer, ice cream, brats and popcorn, and nostalgic entertainment, promising an unforgettable … [Read more...] about Diffraction Wine in Downtown Manson Offers Fun For All Ages

Chelan, WA — Garrett Grubbs grew up in the Wenatchee Valley and learned winemaking at Washington State University. Since joining Tsillan Cellars as Head Winemaker in 2021, Grubbs has elevated the pioneering Lake Chelan winery to "unprecedented accolades from wine judges and thousands of guests that visit the Italian-inspired winery every year," says Tsillan Cellars' General … [Read more...] about Cascadia Wine Competition Announces Results Touting Tsillan Cellars As “Leading Washington Wine With Six Golds”

Prosser, WA — The much-anticipated 20th Annual Art Walk and Wine Gala will take place on July 20th, 2024, in the heart of Historic Downtown Prosser from 5-9pm. This vibrant event promises a delightful day filled with art, wine, food, and entertainment for all attendees. This year's event proudly features acclaimed artist Malaura Bricker, whose stunning works have captivated … [Read more...] about 20th Annual Art Walk and Wine Gala in Historic Downtown Prosser

Seattle, WA — Ackley Brands, a family-owned beverage company in Seattle with a portfolio of iconic brands across the Pacific Northwest, proudly announces its milestone acquisition of Betz Family Winery. The purchase became final on May 10, 2024. The Woodinville, WA winery will retain its operations team, including longtime winemaker Louis Skinner and consultant Bob Betz, MW. … [Read more...] about Iconic Betz Family Winery Purchased By Seattle-Based Ackley Brands

The number of managing partners at Eleven Winery on Bainbridge Island is growing organically from within the company as part of a succession plan. The winery's future owners will be a trio of current employees: Alana Mignano, general manager; Ashley Dunlap, tasting room & events manager; and winemaker Armathia Bolles. “We have formed a partnership that gives them full … [Read more...] about Eleven Winery Announces Succession Plan

Seattle, WA — Ackley Brands, a family-owned company based in Seattle that owns and operates premium beverage brands in the Pacific Northwest, has announced its acquisition of Columbia Winery and Hogue Cellars from Gallo. This strategic move adds substantial value to Ackley Brands' portfolio of Pacific Northwest brands and represents a bold step forward for the … [Read more...] about Ackley Brands Acquires Washington Wineries Columbia Winery and Hogue Cellars

Chelan, WA — Siren Song Wines has added a curated selection of craft cocktails exclusively featuring Blue Spirits Distilling alongside its own Siren Song wine and food offerings. This collaboration between two esteemed establishments (both of which started in Chelan) brings together the artisanal craftsmanship of Siren Song Wines and the distilling excellence of Blue … [Read more...] about Siren Song Winery Adds Craft Cocktails in Partnership With Blue Spirits Distilling

Chelan, WA — Best of the Best Platinum Wine Judging is a prestigious annual invitational wine competition that invites gold medal winning wines from state, regional, national and international wine competitions to compete for coveted Platinum Awards. The Platinum Competition invites wines from the almost 2,500 wineries in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and British Columbia to … [Read more...] about Wineries in the Lake Chelan AVA Shine in 24th Annual ‘Best of the Best’ Competition

Chelan, WA — The San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition is the largest wine competition in the United States with 1,000 wineries and over 5,500 wines competing in the recent January 2024 competition in San Francisco. Tsillan Cellars, Lake Chelan’s pioneering estate winery, again was the leading importer of Gold from California to Washington State in this prestigious wine … [Read more...] about Tsillan Cellars Brings Home Gold from the 2024 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

Mount St. Helens American Viticultural Area achieves ‘pending’ status by the Tax and Trade Bureau, bringing Southwest Washington winegrape growers and vintners one step closer to recognizing the region as a bona fide AVA. … [Read more...] about Southwest Washington Viticultural Area Progresses Toward Official AVA Status

Woodinville, WA — Mark Ryan Winery announced an exciting expansion in the heart of Woodinville's wine country with a second tasting room that opened in late October 2023 in the new building at the site of the former Redhook Brewing headquarters (14200 NE 145th St., Suite D). "Within the last few years, Mark Ryan Winery has grown to the 14th largest in Washington State … [Read more...] about Mark Ryan Winery Opens 2nd Woodinville Tasting Room

Woodinville, WA — DeLille Cellars has released the 30th vintage of its iconic red blend, D2. This milestone is a testament to DeLille's commitment to showcasing the world-class quality of Washington State and the Columbia Valley AVA. Over the past thirty years, D2 has become the winery’s most sought-after and widely distributed wine with representation across the United States … [Read more...] about DeLille Cellars Releases 30th Vintage of D2 Red Blend

Walla Walla, WA — Vital Wines, a 501c(3) non-profit winery that directs its net profits to improving access to healthcare for vineyard workers and their families, is kicking off the fall release season with two new offerings from the Vital Guest Winemaker Program—including the 2022 Vital x Reininger Dolcetto and the 2022 Vital x The Walls Chardonnay. Made possible by generous … [Read more...] about The Walls and Reininger Wineries Aid Vineyard Workers Through Contributions to Vital Wines

Chelan, WA — Tsillan Cellars, a destination Italian-inspired winery and restaurant known for their excellence in winemaking, was awarded a 100-point score for its Bellissima Rossa Bordeaux red blend at the prestigious 2023 West Coast Wine Competition. The judges described the 100 Point Bellissima Rossa as a “Superb wine. Rich, ripe red fruit. Supple notes of chocolate and … [Read more...] about Tsillan Cellars Scores 100-Point Wine from West Coast Wine Competition

Walla Walla’s The Walls and PÁŠXA Wines, producers of award-winning Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Rhône-style wines, and other distinctive varieties announced today it has attracted top-tier regional talent in winemaking and executive management. Pacific Northwest winery executive Ben Kaehler joins The Walls as General Manager, veteran winemaker Sally Johnson Blum … [Read more...] about The Walls Announces New Winemaking Talent & Executive Management