From the category archives:
Catherine Fallis is the fifth woman in the world to have earned the title of Master Sommelier, and just posted a review of DiStefano’s 2002 Merlot. Below are some of her key findings. Slightly hazy, deeply saturated ruby, and moderately viscous, the wine has aromas of earth, char, cedar, chocolate-covered raisin, stewed fruit, cherry jam, […]
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Aug 04, 2007 (Sat): From noon to 3 p.m., wines from Purple’s shelves will be sold at “garage sale” prices, and Wine Director Christene Larsen will be there to strike a deal. In addition, great bargains on the same fine stemware used in the restaurants and Purple Café’s signature wrought iron furnishings will be available […]
Novelty Hill-Januik winery hosts author Julia Flynn Siler as she discusses THE HOUSE OF MONDAVI, her sweeping saga of America’s first family of wine. Her book chronicles the turbulence that has rocked four generations of Mondavis and … Tweet This Post
Woodinville Wine Country Hires Cynthia Dasté as Executive Director Our goal was to find someone that would take Woodinville to the next level as a wine tasting destination. Cynthia’s experience in the wine industry and her understanding … Tweet This Post
Friday I laid around in bed all day, sipping soup and tea and conserving my strength for the Herbfarm. I then dosed myself up with Dayquil and a couple of Aleve and we set out for the restaurant at about 4:45pm, anticipating traffic. … Tweet This Post
Washington State is also the 2nd largest premium wine producer in the Unites States. I’m not going to get any bonus points because I did not choose a Walla Walla wine. My selection is a Januik 2004 Columbia River Cabernet Sauvignon. … Tweet This Post
Kevin & I cheated a little, as we had a difficult time finding a Washington cab that wasn't from Chateau Ste. Michelle or Columbia Crest. I wanted something a little different, and we ended up with the Matthews Claret, recommended by … Tweet This Post
The Herbfarm is an award-winning American restaurant that promotes the growing and consumption of local food. Tweet This Post
The Herbfarm is, IMHO, 100% deserving of its reputation as one of the finest restaurants in the world. I feel deeply blessed to have shared this wonderful experience with such wonderful people, and on such a memorable occasion as … Tweet This Post
Tuscan DreamsSeattle Times, United States – Jun 10, 2007Ste. Michelle Wine Estates and the Antinori family of Tuscany — whose winemaking history goes back to the 1300s — began making a super premium Washington … Tweet This Post
