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Seattle Wine & Food Experience Offers A World Of Tasting

UPDATE: SOLD OUT EVENT!  A limited number of tickets will be available at the door ($60, cash only). Experience wines from around the world at the fourth annual Seattle Wine and Food Experience, Sunday, February 26, 2012 at Seattle Center Exhibition Hall.  An amazing array of wines will be offered from nine regions, with a special focus on Oregon. … [Read more...] about Seattle Wine & Food Experience Offers A World Of Tasting

Seattle’s CVB Joins Wine Commission To Produce Annual “Taste Washington” Event

Seattle, WA (November 16, 2011) – The Washington State Wine Commission and Seattle’s Convention and Visitors Bureau (SCVB) today announced the formation of a new partnership to produce Taste Washington, the nation’s largest single-region wine and food event held annually in Seattle.  The new partnership will bring about several changes, including a format change that will … [Read more...] about Seattle’s CVB Joins Wine Commission To Produce Annual “Taste Washington” Event

3rd Annual Cabernet Classic Explores the Diversity of the “King of Wines”

It's a glorious day when Cabernet lovers are offered the opportunity to taste over 100 handcrafted Cabernet-based wines under a single roof.  That day is Wednesday, October 26, 2011 from 6-9pm at the 3rd Annual Cabernet Classic held at Bell Harbor on the Seattle Waterfront on Alaskan Way.  Seattle Uncorked Founder, Sommelier David LeClaire, brings together this 3rd annual … [Read more...] about 3rd Annual Cabernet Classic Explores the Diversity of the “King of Wines”

Eight Great Food & Wine Wonders Coming To The Taste Of Tulalip In November

Tulalip, WA – Food and wine maestros Chef Perry Mascitti and Sommelier Tommy Thompson have put together a score of eight distinct “wine, food and tradition” experiences for the 3rd annual Taste of Tulalip.  The two day enological and culinary extravaganza, held at the four-diamond Tulalip Resort Casino, has been recognized as one of the top Northwest foodie happenings.  A … [Read more...] about Eight Great Food & Wine Wonders Coming To The Taste Of Tulalip In November

33rd Annual Tri-Cities Wine Festival Coming On November 4 & 5, 2011

Now in its fourth decade, the Tri-Cities Wine Festival offers a public tasting event where casual and serious wine lovers can advance their knowledge of Northwest wines while meeting winemakers, winery owners and their knowledgeable staff.  This premiere event is the oldest, continuously running judged wine festival in the Northwest.  The two-day festival will be held at the … [Read more...] about 33rd Annual Tri-Cities Wine Festival Coming On November 4 & 5, 2011

Seattle Chefs “Baaaaack” For Ewe-Nite at Lamb Jam Seattle

On Sunday, October 23rd from 3-6pm, twenty top Seattle chefs will compete during "Ewe-Nite"  in the 3rd Annual Lamb Jam Seattle at Bell Harbor International Conference Center.  This event is "Baaaaack" by popular demand, an ultimate taste-off with preparations of lamb shoulder, shank, loin and leg.  The lamb preparations will be paired with wines from 30 Washington State … [Read more...] about Seattle Chefs “Baaaaack” For Ewe-Nite at Lamb Jam Seattle

Auction of Washington Wines Raises Over $1.5 Million During 2011 Event

Seattle, Washington – With more than 2,400 people in attendance, the 24th annual Auction of Washington Wines took place on August 18-20 in Woodinville, WA at Chateau Ste. Michelle and raised more than $1.5 million for uncompensated care at Seattle Children’s Hospital and the Washington Wine Education Foundation.  Highlights of this prestigious charity wine event featured the … [Read more...] about Auction of Washington Wines Raises Over $1.5 Million During 2011 Event

Washington State Wine Industry Commits $7.4 Million To Wine Science Center

California winemakers and wine grape growers have long had an indispensable ally; an institution that has helped them survive droughts, pest invasions, and grapevine diseases that would otherwise have wreaked havoc on their wine.  It's called UC Davis, whose wine department has been a leader in the sciences that impact grape growing and winemaking.  And soon, Washington State … [Read more...] about Washington State Wine Industry Commits $7.4 Million To Wine Science Center

Northwest Cellars of Kirkland Takes Artist Series To A Personal Level

Kirkland, WA — There’s always been an inner connection between the world’s of fine art and fine wine.  In support of their favorite local artists and the arts, some wineries produce wines of exceptional quality under an ‘artist series’ label.  But when Northwest Cellars owner Bob Delf and artist Richard Duval teamed to share their passion of wine and art, they did so with a … [Read more...] about Northwest Cellars of Kirkland Takes Artist Series To A Personal Level

Washington State Wine Commission Announces First-Ever Promotion in India

Seattle, WA – A number of winemakers from Washington State are set to kick off a marketing campaign in India early next month.  Based on projections by the Washington State Wine Commission, "India will to overtake China as the world’s most populous country sometime in the next ten to fifteen years, and the wine market in India continues to grow." … [Read more...] about Washington State Wine Commission Announces First-Ever Promotion in India

Wine & Beer Tasting To Begin At Selected Farmers Markets Across WA State

Would you prefer to taste your wine selection before buying a bottle of it?  If so, you're not alone.  Most would agree that wine and beer sales increase proportionately when consumers are first able to sample the beverage.  Until now, wine and beer tastings at farmers markets in Washington State have been illegal, even though the sale of bottled wine and beer have long been … [Read more...] about Wine & Beer Tasting To Begin At Selected Farmers Markets Across WA State

Myles Anderson Chosen For 2011 Wine Hall Of Fame

Prosser, WA — Dr. Myles J. Anderson, co-founder and winemaker of Walla Walla Vintners, has been selected as the 2011 inductee to the Legends of Washington Wine Hall of Fame.  Anderson was the Founding Director of the Institute for Enology and Viticulture at Walla Walla Community College that provides students with hands-on experience in winemaking, viticulture practices, and … [Read more...] about Myles Anderson Chosen For 2011 Wine Hall Of Fame

Seattle Event Company Mixes Painting Parties With Wine Tasting

Corks and Canvas Events is a Seattle-based company that’s discovered a fun way to combine wine tasting with painting.  Co-founded by Washington wine enthusiasts Lisa Cryder and Stefanie Hare, the pair hold events at local wineries to create a memorable evening of sipping Washington wines while painting a beautiful acrylic masterpiece. … [Read more...] about Seattle Event Company Mixes Painting Parties With Wine Tasting

Wine Storage Bellevue Offers Free Cellar Relocation Service

Bellevue, WA – Many established and novice wine collectors will agree that proper storage of wine is essential to the longevity of any collection.  Yet, not everyone has the time to move their wine to self-storage units, much less pack and organize it.  Wine Storage Bellevue is offering a free service designed to make moving a valued wine collection to state-of-the-art storage … [Read more...] about Wine Storage Bellevue Offers Free Cellar Relocation Service