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In the News
L’Ecole No 41 Rolls Out Brand New Label
L’Ecole N° 41, one of Washington State’s leading producers of hand-crafted wine, is rolling out an updated logo and package design. The classic new look not only evokes the winery’s heritage but also reflects the quality of the wine in the bottle, explains Marty Clubb (see the video here) who owns the winery with his wife Megan. … [Read more...] about L’Ecole No 41 Rolls Out Brand New Label
The Wines of Robert O. Smasne Tasting Room & Wine Bar Opens in Tri-Cities
The Wines of Robert O. Smasne Tasting Room and Wine Bar officially opens its doors on Saturday, June 11, 2011 in Kennewick, WA and focuses on the artistically handcrafted wines of this highly prolific winemaker. … [Read more...] about The Wines of Robert O. Smasne Tasting Room & Wine Bar Opens in Tri-Cities
The Ultimate Cookoff: 2nd Annual Iron Vintner Challenge
Winemakers from DeLille Cellars, Gorman Winery, JM Cellars and Sparkman Cellars Prepare to Wage Battle in Culinary Iron Chef-style Competition to Benefit Woodinville Charity … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Cookoff: 2nd Annual Iron Vintner Challenge
Kim Roberts Of Westport Winery To Represent Fruit Wine Producers Statewide
Kim Roberts, co-owner of Westport Winery in Aberdeen, Washington, has been appointed to the Washington Wine Commission to represent fruit wine producers. … [Read more...] about Kim Roberts Of Westport Winery To Represent Fruit Wine Producers Statewide
Sip Wine on the Way to Alki Beach in West Seattle
Seattle, WA – West Seattle resident's get their first winery tasting room as Cairdeas Winery prepares to open this Memorial Day weekend. … [Read more...] about Sip Wine on the Way to Alki Beach in West Seattle
Elements of Walla Walla’s One Wine Weekend Rescheduled for October 2011
Walla Walla, WA – Elements of One Wine Weekend, the event combining Vintage Walla Walla® and the Entwine Grand Auction, have been rescheduled for October 15, 2011. With a record number of summer events bringing high visitor traffic to Walla Walla, the overnight hotel needs of event guests has exceeded the weekend lodging capacity currently available in the area, leaving event … [Read more...] about Elements of Walla Walla’s One Wine Weekend Rescheduled for October 2011
Unique Wine Barrel Art for Entwine Auction on Display in Woodinville
Vintage Walla Walla and Entwine Grand Auction, Walla’s Walla’s new grand weekend-long celebration of Walla Walla Valley’s wine, food, art and lifestyle has commissioned seven Northwest artists to create interpreted works of art from vintage wine barrels. … [Read more...] about Unique Wine Barrel Art for Entwine Auction on Display in Woodinville
Revelry on Red Mountain at Col Solare Winery Features 20 Area Wineries
Now in its third year, the Revelry on Red Mountain event (hosted by the Auction of Washington Wines) pairs 20 notable winemakers and their wines – all made with grapes sourced from Red Mountain – with a culinary feast of hearty appetizers and savory buffet-style dishes. … [Read more...] about Revelry on Red Mountain at Col Solare Winery Features 20 Area Wineries
Maryhill Winery & Amphitheater Announces 2011 Summer Concert Series
Goldendale, Washington – Maryhill Winery & Amphitheater has announced the lineup for their 2011 summer concert series, sponsored by Sterling Savings Bank. This year's acclaimed feature artists include YES and STYX, Gipsy Kings, and Michael McDonald and Boz Scaggs. … [Read more...] about Maryhill Winery & Amphitheater Announces 2011 Summer Concert Series
“Art From The Vine” Exhibit By Wine Photographer Debuts In June 2011
Tefft Cellars will host the debut of Art from the Vine, a new exhibit by wine photographer Richard Duval from June 5, 2011 through June 30 at its Woodinville tasting room. … [Read more...] about “Art From The Vine” Exhibit By Wine Photographer Debuts In June 2011
Connoisseurs Of Golf And Wine Invited To Tee Off For The Wine Cup
This is your chance to take home the Wine Cup! The Washington Wine Industry Foundation invites connoisseurs of golf or of wine to start getting their foursome together early (as space is limited) to tee off in the 11th Annual Wine Cup Thursday, June 23 at Wine Valley Golf Club in Walla Walla, WA. Registration is $125 per person and includes 18 holes of golf, GPS golf cart, … [Read more...] about Connoisseurs Of Golf And Wine Invited To Tee Off For The Wine Cup
Ready To Ride? Tour Vineyards On Motorcycle Or Shuttle Bus This June
Prosser, Washington — Now in its fourth year, the Moteur de Vine fundraiser ride provides a close-up look at Washington state’s grape-growing regions known as American Viticultural Areas (AVA). Registration is now open for the 2011 Moteur de Vine fundraiser ride for motorcyclists and non-riders who prefer to ride the event's shuttle bus. … [Read more...] about Ready To Ride? Tour Vineyards On Motorcycle Or Shuttle Bus This June
Wine, Food & Art Flow Together For ‘One Wine Weekend’ in Walla Walla Valley
Two annual Walla Walla events, Vintage Walla Walla and Entwine Grand Auction, have joined forces to create a single powerhouse wine weekend filled with events featuring Walla Walla Valley’s wine, food, art and lifestyle. It's called One Wine Weekend and takes place June 16, 17 and 18, 2011. … [Read more...] about Wine, Food & Art Flow Together For ‘One Wine Weekend’ in Walla Walla Valley
Sale of Betz Family Winery Announced; Bob Betz To Stay On As Winemaker
The Betz Family Winery of Woodinville, Washington, took a major step into the future today as owners Bob and Cathy Betz partnered with veteran wine lovers and entrepreneurs Steve and Bridgit Griessel. … [Read more...] about Sale of Betz Family Winery Announced; Bob Betz To Stay On As Winemaker
Thomas O’Neil Cellars Opens New Winery and Tasting Room in Tri-Cities
Thomas O'Neil Cellars in Richland, Washington opens their doors to the public for a Grand Opening Celebration on Friday, April 15, 2011 for a fun-filled weekend of wine tasting, live music, and a chance to meet winemaker Tom O'Neil in person. … [Read more...] about Thomas O’Neil Cellars Opens New Winery and Tasting Room in Tri-Cities
9th Annual Washington Wine Restaurant Awards Honor Leading Wine Programs
Seattle, WA – Each year the Washington State Wine Commission recognizes restaurants that they feel exhibits exceptional support of Washington State wines and high professional standards in wine service. On Friday, March 25, 2011, this year's restaurant winners were honored at the Washington Athletic Club. … [Read more...] about 9th Annual Washington Wine Restaurant Awards Honor Leading Wine Programs
Maryhill Winery Celebrates 10th Anniversary With Memorial Day Weekend Event
Goldendale, WA – Perched along the scenic Oregon-Washington border and welcoming more than 75,000 visitors annually, the tasting room at Maryhill Winery has become an icon of the Columbia Valley AVA. In honor of this year’s 10th anniversary of the tasting room, Maryhill will host a commemorative event for its devoted visitors Memorial Day Weekend, May 28 through 30, 2011. … [Read more...] about Maryhill Winery Celebrates 10th Anniversary With Memorial Day Weekend Event
Gård Vintners Welcomes New Winemaker Aryn Morrell
Royal City, Wash. – Gård Vintners proudly welcomes award-winning winemaker Aryn Morrell to its team, effective with its 2010 vintage of red wines. Morrell is a Washington native who has worked with several notable Napa Valley wineries, and is currently winemaker at Matthews Estate and Tenor Wines in Washington state. … [Read more...] about Gård Vintners Welcomes New Winemaker Aryn Morrell
Jerry Bookwalter and Chris Camarda To Be Honored at 2011 Auction of Washington Wines
The Auction of Washington Wines announces Jerrold “Jerry” Bookwalter as the 2011 Honorary Grower and Chris Camarda as the 2011 Honorary Vintner. Jerry and Chris were nominated by their peers in the Washington wine industry for their many contributions. … [Read more...] about Jerry Bookwalter and Chris Camarda To Be Honored at 2011 Auction of Washington Wines
Taste Washington Japan 2011 Postponed Due To Massive Earthquake
Japanese consumers are loyal fans of Washington State wines, with annual sales to Japan totaling more than $2.6 million last year. Helping to open the doors to this international marketplace are the hardworking efforts of a handful of winery owners and representatives, led by the Washington State Wine Commission who each year come together in Japan for Taste Washington trade … [Read more...] about Taste Washington Japan 2011 Postponed Due To Massive Earthquake
Wine Industry Auction Generates Support For Future Leaders
On the evening of February 10, in a banquet room at Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick, Washington, the future of the Washington Wine industry was on the minds of many. Over 400 attended the Washington Wine Industry Foundation's 9th annual Angel Share auction which raised over $50,000 for works of the Foundation. … [Read more...] about Wine Industry Auction Generates Support For Future Leaders