by Shona Milne on March 4, 2012
March is Washington Wine Month and on March 31st and April 1st is Taste Washington. It’s been expanded to two day this year. Let’s hope that’s a sign that the economy is improving and that more Washington wine is being consumed. If you are interested in the seminars being offered you should get your tickets […]
by Shona Milne on February 16, 2012
I hate to be the bearer of such sad news. Ruthie Willows, the beloved mascot, of Willows Lodge passed away on Monday. She had not been well this past year. She was 12. I was in Willows Lodge last Wednesday and saw her on my way out the door. I didn’t know then it was […]
by Shona Milne on January 30, 2012
Willows Lodge – Feb 1st – 5:30-6:30pm – Food & Wine Wednesday Apex at Alder Ridge – Feb 2nd – 6-9pm – Corks and Canvas Columbia Winery – Feb 2nd – Industry Night Tefft Cellars – Feb 2nd – 6:30-9pm – Super Bowl Appetizer Cooking Class Otis Kenyon, Zerba Cellars and Cougar Crest – Feb […]
by Shona Milne on January 16, 2012
Some of you may have heard that there will be some changes to the Auction of Washington Wines this year. They are celebrating their 25th anniversary this year. I had the opportunity to do an email interview with Sherri Swingle, Auction of Washington Wines Executive Director asking about why the changes came about and what […]
by Shona Milne on January 12, 2012
Willows Lodge – Wed, Jan 18th – Jan. 18 – 5:30-6:30 – Food & Wine Wednesday DiStefano Winery – Fri, Jan 20th – 7pm – Movie Night – The Big Chill and Spaghetti Feed Dusted Valley – Fri, Jan 20th – noon-5pm – Friday Featured Food Pairing Otis Kenyon Wine – Sat & Sun, Jan […]
by Shona Milne on December 15, 2011
Please welcome Naches Heights as Washington’s newest AVA. The Tri City Herald reports the story that the federal government just approved our 12th AVA. Tweet This Post
by Shona Milne on November 26, 2011
The Seattle Times reports that the Washington Wine Commission and Seattle Convention and Visitors Bureau will team up and expand Taste Washington to a two day event next year; March 31st and April 1st, 2012. Tweet This Post
by Shona Milne on November 11, 2011
I’ve been emailing back and forth with Javier, owner and winermaker, at Pomum Cellars. He told me that they are moving a few spaces from their current spot. You can now find them between Stevens Winery and Baron’s V in a new production space at 18512 142nd AVE NE, Woodinville, WA 98072. They are also having […]
by Shona Milne on November 9, 2011
Matthews Estate – Fri – 6:30-9pm – Jazz in the Cellar Village Wines – Fri, Nov 11th – 5-8pm – Winemaker Friday with Five Star Cellars DeLille Cellars – Fri, Sat and Sun – 2009 D2, 2009 Aix and 2009 ‘Signature Syrah Releases Village Wines – Sat, Nov 12th – 3-6pm – Champagne and Sparkling Mega Tasting […]
by Shona Milne on November 6, 2011
Convergence Zone will be re-opening their door on Saturday, November 12th. Celebrate the re-opening of their tasting room and the release of their 2009 Storm Front. There will also be meatballs simmered in the famous Storm Front barbecue sauce and some wine surprises. Their previous vintage sold out in a few months, so get yours […]