Olympia, Washington, February 23, 2011 — A bill requiring the Washington State Liquor Control Board to establish a pilot project that would allow wine and beer tasting at farmers markets across the state was overwhelmingly approved by a Senate vote of 41-4 members yesterday, and introduced today in the House. … [Read more...] about Farmers Markets May Be The Next Outlet For Tasting Washington Wines
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2011 Tri-Cities Golf Getaway Packages in Washington Wine Country
The Tri-Cities Visitor and Convention Bureau announced today the release of the 2011 “Great Golf in Washington Wine Country” getaway packages. … [Read more...] about 2011 Tri-Cities Golf Getaway Packages in Washington Wine Country
Precept Wines Acquires Canoe Ridge and Sagelands Wineries
SEATTLE, February 14, 2011—It was announced today that Seattle-based Precept Wines has acquired Canoe Ridge and Sagelands from Diageo Chateau & Estate Wines, a London-based alcoholic beverage company. … [Read more...] about Precept Wines Acquires Canoe Ridge and Sagelands Wineries
Taste Washington Wine & Food Event Returns to Seattle in March 2011
February 14, 2011—Taste Washington, the largest single-region wine and food event in the country, returns to Seattle the last weekend in March 2011. The annual event provides an excellent opportunity for wine lovers to sample tastes from over 200 Washington State wineries and gourmet food bites from dozens of local restaurants. Washington Tasting Room Magazine is proud to be … [Read more...] about Taste Washington Wine & Food Event Returns to Seattle in March 2011
Katya’s Restaurant & Wine Bar Receives 2011 Award from Washington Association of Wine Grape Growers
February 11, 2011 — Katya's Restaurant & Wine Bar in the Tri-Cities community of Richland, WA, was showered with honors today for the restaurant's "exceptional job of highlighting the width and breadth of wines available from our state," said Vicky Sharlau, executive director the Washington Association of Wine Grape Growers (WAWGG). … [Read more...] about Katya’s Restaurant & Wine Bar Receives 2011 Award from Washington Association of Wine Grape Growers
Barnard Griffin Wins Gold in the 2011 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Barnard Griffin's Rosé won the "Best of the Best" in the San Francisco Wine Competition, the largest wine competition in the United States. … [Read more...] about Barnard Griffin Wins Gold in the 2011 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
2010 Was Another Banner Year for Burgeoning Washington State Wine Industry
SEATTLE (January 25, 2011) – The Washington State wine industry continued its phenomenal growth in 2010, according to an announcement released today by the Washington State Wine Commission. The news brief cited the following highlights: … [Read more...] about 2010 Was Another Banner Year for Burgeoning Washington State Wine Industry
Northwest Cellars Raises Nearly $9,000 For Seattle School
Bob Delf, owner of Northwest Cellars, is focused on helping schools earn extra money for education in 2011. Through his custom-designed label wine bottle program, Delf helped raise nearly $9,000 from the sale of his wines for Assumption - St. Bridget School in Seattle. … [Read more...] about Northwest Cellars Raises Nearly $9,000 For Seattle School
Gourmet Getaways Chef-Taught Cooking Classes Announced For Early 2011
If you enjoy hands-on gourmet cooking classes from knowledgeable chefs, sipping artisan wine and staying at small charming inns and bed & breakfasts, you may want to consider a trip to Walla Walla in early 2011. … [Read more...] about Gourmet Getaways Chef-Taught Cooking Classes Announced For Early 2011
Tasting Room Magazine’s Columnist Opens Wine World Warehouse in Seattle
Chances are you know David LeClaire from his lively question & answer column, "Ask The Sommelier," regularly published in Washington Tasting Room® magazine. If so, you probably also know he's a certified sommelier from the Court of Master Sommeliers, founder of the two largest wine clubs in the Northwest (Seattle Uncorked & Portland Uncorked) and a member of The … [Read more...] about Tasting Room Magazine’s Columnist Opens Wine World Warehouse in Seattle
Chef Mills Unveils Menu and Wine Pairings: Gatherings from the Pacific Rim
Seattle, WA, October 27, 2010 – At a preview dinner held last night at JOEY Lake Union in Seattle attended by Tasting Room® Magazine, Chef Chris Mills unveiled the menu for his upcoming visit to James Beard House in New York City. Mills has affectionately dubbed this delightful collection, "Gatherings from the Pacific Rim," reflecting some of his favorite recipes and local … [Read more...] about Chef Mills Unveils Menu and Wine Pairings: Gatherings from the Pacific Rim
PersonalWineBottles.com Makes Gift Giving Easy With Hand-Etched Wine Bottles
GIG HARBOR, Wash.—PersonalWineBottles.com, a privately-held company specializing in the individual production of hand-painted, hand-etched wine bottles, announced today its official launch, just in time for Holiday gift-giving. … [Read more...] about PersonalWineBottles.com Makes Gift Giving Easy With Hand-Etched Wine Bottles
Chairs Named for Special Wine Collections for WSU Benefit Gala and Auction
BELLEVUE, Wash. -- The special collections of Washington wines are a popular auction offering every year at the "Celebrate Washington Wine" black-tie gala and auction benefiting the Washington State University Viticulture and Enology Program. … [Read more...] about Chairs Named for Special Wine Collections for WSU Benefit Gala and Auction
Longest-Running Judged Wine Festival Returns To Tri-Cities On Nov. 5-6, 2010
A weekend of wine and food is coming to the Tri-Cities on November 5 & 6, 2010. The 32nd Annual 2010 Tri-Cities Wine Festival is Washington's longest-running judged wine festival, and includes a wine dinner and seminars, a gala wine tasting, food exhibitors, vendors, music and a silent auction. … [Read more...] about Longest-Running Judged Wine Festival Returns To Tri-Cities On Nov. 5-6, 2010
Taste of Tulalip Event To Showcase Wine and Food On November 12 & 13, 2010
(EDITOR'S NOTE: For news and information on the upcoming 2011 3rd annual Taste of Tulalip on November 11-12, 2011 click here to read the news article.) … [Read more...] about Taste of Tulalip Event To Showcase Wine and Food On November 12 & 13, 2010
Maryhill Winery Announces Their 11th Harvest Celebration & New Wine Releases
Featured in the Fall 2010 issue of Tasting Room® Magazine, Maryhill Winery reports they have wrapped up their summer concert series in August that ended with a spectacular performance by Earth, Wind & Fire and a sold out performance by Train. … [Read more...] about Maryhill Winery Announces Their 11th Harvest Celebration & New Wine Releases
Washington Wine Industry Foundation Joins Clore Center To Honor Legends
Two new Legends of Washington Wine, Bill Powers of Badger Mountain Vineyard and Powers Winery and the late David Lake, longtime winemaker for Columbia Winery, were honored at an event hosted by the Walter Clore Wine & Culinary Center on August 28 in the Willmsen Memorial Garden on the grounds of the WSU-IAREC in Prosser. … [Read more...] about Washington Wine Industry Foundation Joins Clore Center To Honor Legends
Wine Lovers in Washington State Can Save Big on Washington Wines
Washington State Wine Commission launches first-ever locally-focused promotional campaign with more than 130 participating restaurants, retailers, and tasting rooms offering great deals on Washington State wine. … [Read more...] about Wine Lovers in Washington State Can Save Big on Washington Wines
Auction of Washington Wines 2010 Events Raise $1.4 Million
SEATTLE – The 23rd annual Auction of Washington Wines, culminating August 19-21 in Woodinville, WA, at Chateau Ste. Michelle, raised $1.4 million for uncompensated care at Seattle Children’s Hospital and the Washington Wine Education Foundation. … [Read more...] about Auction of Washington Wines 2010 Events Raise $1.4 Million
Want To Grow A Vineyard In The Puget Sound? WSU Offers Viticulture 101
EVERETT, Wash. -- The Puget Sound region was first recognized as a unique American Viticultural Area (AVA) in 1995. Applying the Puget Sound AVA to a bottle of wine means at least 85 percent of the grapes used were grown in the Puget Sound region between Olympia and the Canadian border. … [Read more...] about Want To Grow A Vineyard In The Puget Sound? WSU Offers Viticulture 101
Guy Powers & The Late David Lake Selected As 2010 Legends Of Washington Wine
PROSSER, WA-- Guy W. (Bill) Powers of Badger Mountain Vineyard and Powers Winery and the late David Lake, the longtime winemaker for Columbia Winery were selected as 2010 Legends of Washington Wine … [Read more...] about Guy Powers & The Late David Lake Selected As 2010 Legends Of Washington Wine
August is Official Washington Wine Month
Washington State wines are showcased in state liquor stores during Washington Wine Month. Each August, state liquor stores broaden and diversify the selection of Washington wines and feature … [Read more...] about August is Official Washington Wine Month