May 2014 — Celebrating its sixth anniversary this November, the Taste of Tulalip brings different elements of surprise and wonderment to event goers with every passing year. For wine and food lover's, it's like Christmas arriving about six weeks early. Here's an article that details some of the magic from the 2012 Taste of Tulalip and a preview of the 2013 Taste of Tulalip. … [Read more...] about Tickets Start To Fly Early As Taste of Tulalip Soars Into Sixth Season
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Tickets Available for 2014 Legends of Washington Wine Gala Honoring Alan Shoup
Prosser, WA — Registration for tickets and table purchases for the Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center's annual Legends Gala are now available. Each year the Legends Gala inducts a new individual of legendary status into the Washington Wine Hall of Fame for their significant and lasting contributions to the Washington wine industry. This year's inductee is Allen Shoup. … [Read more...] about Tickets Available for 2014 Legends of Washington Wine Gala Honoring Alan Shoup
L’Ecole N° 41 Winery: World Champion of Bordeaux Varietals
By John Vitale — June 27, 2014 — In a landmark win against the world’s top Bordeaux producers this week, L’Ecole N° 41’s newest red blend, the 2011 Estate Ferguson, proved to be a tour de force at the prestigious Decanter World Wine Awards in London, walking away with the coveted International Trophy for best red Bordeaux varietals in the over £15 classification (over $25 … [Read more...] about L’Ecole N° 41 Winery: World Champion of Bordeaux Varietals
Wine Foundation Welcomes Sherri Swingle to Board of Directors
The Washington Wine Industry Foundation (WWIF) recently welcomed Sherri Swingle as a new member on the board of directors. Swingle brings more than 20 years of experience as a marketing specialist, event strategist and fundraising consultant. … [Read more...] about Wine Foundation Welcomes Sherri Swingle to Board of Directors
Impulse Wine Focuses On Bringing Hard-To-Find Wines To Consumers
Seattle (June 2014) – ImpulseWine.com, a unique online wine shop specializing in hard-to-find boutique wines from the Northwest and occasional special pick from around the globe, is celebrating its first anniversary this month. … [Read more...] about Impulse Wine Focuses On Bringing Hard-To-Find Wines To Consumers
2nd Annual PROOF Festival Showcases Washington’s Craft Distilleries
PROOF — The Washington Distillers Festival, the first-of-its-kind official tasting event showcasing Washington’s finest distilleries, returns for a second year on July 12, 2014, at Seattle's Fremont Studios. Tickets, a full list of participating distilleries and restaurants, plus complete event info, are available online at PROOFwashington.org. … [Read more...] about 2nd Annual PROOF Festival Showcases Washington’s Craft Distilleries
Seattle Wine Awards Gives Nod To 2011 Vintage
Seattle, WA – Washington State’s largest independent wine recognition program, the Seattle Wine Awards (SWA), announced the medal winners for this year's annual wine evaluation program (view complete list here). More than 1,100 wines in 26 categories were submitted exclusively from Washington American Viticultural Area-sourced grapes and were judged "single-blind." … [Read more...] about Seattle Wine Awards Gives Nod To 2011 Vintage
Winemakers Set To Rock Out At Seattle’s Waterfront
Seattle, WA – Taste the wine and hear the music at the 7th annual Wine Rocks Seattle, Thursday, July 10, 2014 at Elliott Hall & Pier (Bell Harbor - Pier 66). This yearly event includes 40 plus wineries and breweries pouring their best against sweeping views of the Seattle waterfront. … [Read more...] about Winemakers Set To Rock Out At Seattle’s Waterfront
Summer Concerts Under The Stars At Olympic Cellars Winery
The renovated century-old barn at Olympic Cellars Winery in Port Angeles, Wash. is home to the Olympic Peninsula's happening summer concert scene on Saturday nights during July and August. Each concert benefits a local non-profit group, so wine fans can feel good about helping the community while kicking up their heels to live music under the stars. … [Read more...] about Summer Concerts Under The Stars At Olympic Cellars Winery
6th Annual Fleur de Lis Festival at Westport Winery
Westport Winery will hold its sixth annual Fleur de Lis Festival on June 8, 2014, from noon to 4pm. This celebration of flowers is free to attend and open to all ages. The winery has a local reputation for its extensive iris plantings which are in bloom during the festival. … [Read more...] about 6th Annual Fleur de Lis Festival at Westport Winery
Walter Clore Wine & Culinary Center To Celebrate Grand Opening
Prosser, WA—After nearly a decade of thoughtful planning, board dedication, community support, and construction, The Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center invites the public to celebrate its Grand Opening on May 30, 2014 at 1pm. This event will include a ribbon cutting ceremony featuring a special toast with Columbia Crest 2010 Walter Clore Private Reserve. … [Read more...] about Walter Clore Wine & Culinary Center To Celebrate Grand Opening
Winemaker Ashley Trout Returns To Flying Trout Wines
Flying Trout Wines, part of the TERO Estates, Waters Winery and 21 Grams family, is excited to announce the return of winemaker Ashley Trout to it’s helm. Trout founded the brand shortly after her graduation from Whitman College in 2004. She worked as the proprietor and winemaker for the brand until 2010 when she sold the winery to TERO Estates and took on the role of Creative … [Read more...] about Winemaker Ashley Trout Returns To Flying Trout Wines
Wine Foundation Tees Off To Support Industry With Wine Cup
The Washington Wine Industry Foundation (WWIF) will host its 14th annual Wine Cup Golf Tournament on Monday, July 14 2014, to raise funds for support of the industry. … [Read more...] about Wine Foundation Tees Off To Support Industry With Wine Cup
Chateau Ste. Michelle Announces Its 2014 Summer Concert Series
Woodinville, Wash. — Tickets for Chateau Ste. Michelle's Summer Concert Series goes on sale Saturday, April 26, 2014 at 10am on Ticketmaster.com and at all Ticketmaster outlets. Featuring 21 star-studded concerts, the 2014 season kicks off June 13th with a performance by Allen Stone, and marks the 30th anniversary of the winery's popular annual outdoor summer concert … [Read more...] about Chateau Ste. Michelle Announces Its 2014 Summer Concert Series
Treveri Cellars Invited Back To Washington, D.C. For The Third Time
Treveri Cellars' sparkling wines will be served for the third time at the U.S. Department of State for an upcoming reception April 23, 2014. By personal invitation of the Secretary and his wife, Julie and Juergen Grieb, owners of Treveri Sparkling Wine House will be traveling to Washington, D.C. to attend the event. … [Read more...] about Treveri Cellars Invited Back To Washington, D.C. For The Third Time
Walter Clore Wine & Culinary Center Hires Tasting Room Manager
The Walter Clore Wine & Culinary Center announces today the hiring of April Reddout as Tasting Room Manager. This important hire is a significant step forward in the plans to open the long-awaited Center. … [Read more...] about Walter Clore Wine & Culinary Center Hires Tasting Room Manager
Rock Legends Take the Stage for Maryhill’s 2014 Summer Concert Series
Goldendale, WA, April 7, 2014 – Maryhill Winery & Amphitheater is pleased to announce a chart-topping lineup for the 2014 summer concert series, featuring some of the best-selling artists from the 70s and 80s. With dates set for August and September, three groups are set to take the stage at Maryhill Winery’s picturesque amphitheater: ballad legends Styx and Foreigner, … [Read more...] about Rock Legends Take the Stage for Maryhill’s 2014 Summer Concert Series
Auction of Washington Wines 2014 Kicks Off With Revelry & Vineyard Tours On Red Mountain
The Auction of Washington Wines announces its 2014 lineup of events over Memorial Day Weekend and August 14-16, 2014. Regarded as one of the region’s most prestigious charity wine events, the Auction of Washington Wines will feature events in different locations throughout the state, enticing guests to indulge in Washington’s premier wines. The Auction of Washington Wines’ … [Read more...] about Auction of Washington Wines 2014 Kicks Off With Revelry & Vineyard Tours On Red Mountain
Join The Marcus Whitman Hotel At ‘Feast Walla Walla’ For A Weekend of Dining, Wine & Libations
Walla Walla, WA — Inspire your palate with locally crafted bites and sips at Eastern Washington’s annual ‘Feast Walla Walla,’ a culinary celebration of the region’s best restaurants, wineries, breweries and more. Feast Weekend takes place over April 11 and 12, 2014 and features a ‘Chefs' Table on First’ on Friday, April 11 and the main celebration, Feast Walla Walla, on … [Read more...] about Join The Marcus Whitman Hotel At ‘Feast Walla Walla’ For A Weekend of Dining, Wine & Libations
14 Hands Winery Opens Tasting Room In Prosser, Wash.
Prosser, WA — 14 Hands Winery and tasting room will officially open its doors for business on Saturday, April 12, 2014 in Prosser, Washington. Owned by Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, 14 Hands is Washington's 3rd largest wine brand. To secure a ticket to the grand opening event, please visit: 14hands.com. … [Read more...] about 14 Hands Winery Opens Tasting Room In Prosser, Wash.
Washington Tasting Room Magazine Named ‘2013 All Star’ By Constant Contact
March 11, 2014 – Washington Tasting Room, the print and digital magazine for people who love wine tasting and touring, has received the 2013 All Star Award from Constant Contact, the trusted marketing advisor to more than half a million small organizations worldwide. Each year, Constant Contact bestows this award to a select group of companies that are successfully leveraging … [Read more...] about Washington Tasting Room Magazine Named ‘2013 All Star’ By Constant Contact
Allen Shoup Named 2014 Inductee To “Legends of Washington Wine” Hall of Fame
Prosser, WA — Founder and managing partner of Long Shadows Vintner, Allen Shoup has been selected as the 2014 inductee into the Legends of Washington Wine Hall of Fame. Shoup was the former CEO of Chateau Ste. Michelle, taking the company from a single brand generating $5 million annually to revenues over $140 million during his 20 year reign. … [Read more...] about Allen Shoup Named 2014 Inductee To “Legends of Washington Wine” Hall of Fame