May 2007

Anyone familiar with Washington wines knows that Cabernet Franc is not the typical grape used around these parts. Most local vintners go for the bolder, more straightforward Cabernet Sauvignon. But Lance Baer decided to concentrate on Cabernet Franc in his signature Ursa, a red wine that comes across as more nuanced, and perhaps a little […]

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Big push to bring more of wine country to Western WashingtonKOMO, WA – May 25, 2007Right now, there are 40 wineries in Woodinville but only 5 of them are regularly open for tasting. The biggest is Chateau Ste. Michelle, where Martha … Tweet This Post

The train is pricey, but fun. I’d encourage you to take one last trip before it goes away. The train goes along Lake Washington, up to the Columbia Winery in Woodinville. They of course have free wine tasting there. For a little extra, … Tweet This Post

Lance Baer, the owner-winemaker of Baer Winery in Woodinville, Wash., died early today due to complications from liver failure. Baer, 38, had been in Evergreen Hospital in Kirkland for the last two-and-a-half weeks, undergoing treatment … Tweet This Post

“But in Woodinville wine country, wine enthusiasts will be able to wander the “highway” on foot to sample food and wine in covered pavilions on Chateau Ste. Michelle’s sprawling estate. You’re not likely to get lost, … Tweet This Post

Lettie Teague, reporter for Food & Wine Magazine and “one of the wine world’s best bargain hunters,” paid a visit to Woodinville, and her article can be found here. Some highlights: ….several of the top 30 wine companies were sold within recent years, including (and most famously) Robert Mondavi. Yet there is one big wine […]

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Jul 07, 2007 (Sat): Woodinville Wine Cellars Stillwater Creek Vineyard Day Trip & Pavilion Lunch Saturday, July 7, 2007 8 am to 7 pm Woodinville Wine Cellars is excited to share one of our favorite vineyards with our loyal fans. … Tweet This Post

Char gave us a bottle from this small Woodinville producer. For a change the wine is not named after the winemaker or owner’s children. Ross Andrew Mickel is the winemaker. Ross trained at DeLille and Betz and the pedigree shows through … Tweet This Post

Char gave us a bottle from this small Woodinville producer. For a change the wine is not named after the winemaker or owner’s children. Ross Andrew Mickel is the winemaker. Ross trained at DeLille and Betz and the pedigree shows through … Tweet This Post