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Walla Walla, Wash. — September 13, 2018 — L’Ecole N° 41, one of Walla Walla’s early founding family wineries, announced today industry veteran Constance Savage has joined the winery as its new general manager. L’Ecole’s current general manager Debbie Frol will retire at the end of 2018. Savage joins L’Ecole from Kobrand Corp. in New York where she served as vice president … [Read more...] about L’Ecole N° 41 Hires Wine Industry Executive Constant Savage To Replace Retiring GM Debbie Frol

Woodinville, Wash. — August 22, 2018 — Ted Baseler, President and CEO of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, is ending his storied and acclaimed career with the company on October 1, 2018. The announcement caps a 34-year run with the company, including 17 years as President and CEO which led to historic company and personal achievements. “Ste. Michelle has been my other home for … [Read more...] about CEO Ted Baseler To Retire From Ste. Michelle Wine Estates

August 1, 2018 — Prosser-based Mercer Wine Estates and Napa's Delicato Family Vineyards have launched a collaborative new wine from Washington. The new brand is Mercer Family Vineyards, a partnership between the two respected fourth-generation family wine companies. Beginning today, a range of the new wines will start rolling out with nationwide distribution. The Mercer … [Read more...] about Mercer Wine Estates Teams With Napa’s Delicato Family On New Brand of Washington Wines

Woodinville, Wash. — August 1, 2018 — Brian Carter Cellars was named the 2018 recipient of the ‘Winery of Distinction’ award at the 23rd annual Northwest Wine Summit. Brian Carter Cellars was also awarded ‘Best of Category’ for their 2013 Le Coursier, 2013 Solesce, 2013 Ace, and 2015 Opulento. “We are deeply honored to have Brian Carter Cellars chosen for this highly … [Read more...] about Veteran Winemaker Brian Carter Honored At Recent Competitions

Walla Walla, Wash. — August 1, 2018 — Today marks a move that will further the bond between Brad Binko and Victor De La Luz in the Walla Walla wine record books. Victor de la Luz has been in the wine industry for over a decade and has called Walla Walla his home for six years now. He is currently one of the winemakers at Gordon Brother Estates in Tri Cites and is set to release … [Read more...] about Fellow Walla Walla Winemaker Assists With Inaugural Release Of De La Luz Wines

Prosser, Wash. — The Clore Center will host the 12th Annual Legends of Washington Wine Hall of Fame Induction and Gala on Friday, August 10th, 2018. The Legends Gala brings together passionate consumers, wine enthusiasts, and industry from across the region for a lively and social celebration of Washington wine. Dick and Wendy Shaw have been selected as the 2018 Legends of … [Read more...] about Dick & Wendy Shaw To Be Inducted Into Legends of Washington Wine Hall of Fame

With roots that date back to WWII as a training ground for Air Force pilots, Airfield Ranches has been growing wine grapes in the Yakima Valley for 50 years … [Read more...] about Beginning as a World War II flying school, Airfield Ranches hits 50-year milestone

Prosser, Wash. — The 15th Annual Prosser Art Walk & Wine Gala on Saturday, July 21, 2018 is a perfect summer evening blend of art, wine, music and food. Held in the heart of historic downtown Prosser on Sixth Street, the event will run from 6-10 pm. Sip award-winning wines and enjoy a stroll on the "Art Walk" promenade, featuring creative works from over 30 Pacific … [Read more...] about 15th Annual Prosser Art Walk & Wine Gala Held On July 21st

Walla Walla, Wash. — Dunham Cellars has promoted Robert Campisi to the position of head winemaker. Campisi joined the winery in 2008 and has played a key role in winemaking and will help usher in the development of a new series of wines from Dunham’s recently planted Kenny Hill estate vineyard. A graduate of the University of Washington with degrees in both physics and … [Read more...] about Robert Campisi Rises To Head Winemaker At Dunham Cellars

Yakima, Wash. — March 2018 — Are you seeking to enjoy Yakima Valley’s Spring Barrel Tasting festivities without the  crowds? Yakima Valley’s newest event offers an intimate tasting at eight different wineries, where winemakers  will open their tastings rooms exclusively to Winemaker's Table ticket holders to experience an exclusive vertical tasting of library wines, current … [Read more...] about Inaugural “Winemaker’s Table” Offers Exclusive Tastings During Yakima Valley Spring Barrel Weekend

Prosser, Wash. — April 10, 2018 — The 2018 Winemakers Loft Food Truck Rally, a benefit for Heartlinks Hospice & Palliative Care on Saturday, April 21, received Title Sponsorship at the $5,000 level from Custom Bottling & Filtering, a mobile bottling company based in Benton City, Washington. Custom Bottling & Filtering’s contribution bolsters the event’s ability to … [Read more...] about Winemakers Loft Food Truck Rally’s Sponsor Pledges $5k, Aiding Heartlinks Hospice Care

The Lake Chelan Wine and Jazz Festival will feature national and regional jazz artists over a four-day event to promote jazz appreciation and Lake Chelan wineries … [Read more...] about Lake Chelan Wine & Jazz Festival To Feature National & Regional Jazz Artists

Seattle, Wash. — April 4, 2018 — Anthony’s Restaurants hosted Washington State University in the third annual Blended Learning Release Party at Budd’s Broiler on March 28, 2018 and assisted in raising over $18,000 for the University’s Viticulture and Enology Program. Every year, Budd’s Broiler closes its doors and donates all of their service, food and use of the restaurant … [Read more...] about Anthony’s Restaurants Helped Raise $18k To Benefit WSU Viticulture & Enology Program

The scenic amphitheater in the Columbia River Gorge welcomes an all-star lineup for the 2018 summer concert season, including Chris Isaak, Michael Franti, Ben Harper & Charlie Musselwhite … [Read more...] about Maryhill Winery Announces 2018 Summer Concert Series

Seattle, Wash. — March 19, 2018 — The 21st annual Taste Washington festival, March 22-25, kicks off this week and there’s more to celebrate than ever before. For the first time in its history, The New Vintage will rock with a live performance by Los Angeles’ Man Made Time at Fisher Pavilion nestled near the Space Needle Friday, March 23. Take in the synth pop sounds of this … [Read more...] about 21st Taste Washington Festival Brings Together World-Class Chefs, Perfectly-Paired Wines & Live Music

March 19, 2018 – Every year the Auction of Washington Wines selects one vintner and one winegrape grower based on their outstanding accomplishments in the wine industry.  Winemaker Charlie Hoppes of Fidelitas Wines and grower Marshall Edwards of Quintessence Vineyards have been chosen as this year's honorees.  Past selections have included Marty Club of L'ecole No 41, Todd … [Read more...] about Auction of Washington Wines Names Charlie Hoppes 2018 Honorary Vintner

Yakima Valley, Wash. — March 12, 2018 — Owning a vineyard is like owning any other real estate: Location is everything. Well, maybe not EVERYthing. In viticulture, it’s not only where the vineyard is located; it’s also about how it is positioned. Elevation, slope and aspect (direction of slope south, southwest, etc.), play a critical role in any vineyard. These three elements … [Read more...] about Yakima Valley Vineyards Suffered Zero Damage During February’s Freeze

Kennewick, Wash. — February 11, 2018 — A celebratory crowd that Kennewick officials estimated at 450 to 500 people turned out on a sunny February 9th day to welcome two new wineries to their town. Buoyed by a bevy of brief speeches from officials from the Port of Kennewick, the City of Kennewick, Benton County and winemakers Bart Fawbush of Bartholomew Winery and Victor … [Read more...] about Crowd Turns Out For Opening of Columbia Gardens Wine Village in Kennewick

February 5, 2018 — It is said the best fertilizer for a business is the owner’s footprint, so it’s little wonder that one of the state’s largest wineries has remained one of the Pacific Northwest’s most endearing. Started nearly two decades ago, Maryhill Winery’s amiable and hard-working founders, Craig and Vicki Leuthold, have remained accessible to their loyal following, … [Read more...] about Maryhill Winery Opens 5,000-Square-Foot Tasting Room in Spokane

Prosser, Wash. — February 1, 2018 — Dick and Wendy Shaw have been selected as the 2018 Legends of Washington Wine Hall of Fame inductees. The Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center is pleased to honor them with this award during the Legends Gala to be held on Friday, August 10th, 2018. Dick and Wendy's impact and contribution to the Washington wine industry began in 1981. … [Read more...] about Dick & Wendy Shaw Inducted into Legends of Washington Wine Hall of Fame