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New in Seattle: Purple Cafe and Wine Bar

by gspadoni on May 16, 2007

They've just opened a Seattle location on Fourth & University this last Monday; I've been to their Kirkland and Woodinville locations several times each and can’t wait to check out their new space. Get there before everyone knows about … Tweet This Post

Toast to A Rising Star

by Lisa Pavageau on May 16, 2007

The point of my going on is that everyone should look for DiStefano wines in their area and/or check out their website www.distefanowinery.com. I believe in supporting all new rising stars in the wine industry. Their enthusiasm can and … Tweet This Post

Meritage or Merit-less?

by Paul Gregutt on May 13, 2007

Since then, wineries that pay the fees ($1/case) and agree to honor the rules of the organization (basically, a red or white blend using two or more approved – eg Bordeaux – grapes) get to use the word Meritage on their wine labels. … Tweet This Post

Guest Services Manager

by jason on May 9, 2007

WA-Seattle, Guest Services Manager Ste Michelle Wine Estates is currently looking for a Guest Services Manager for our corporate headquarters in Woodinville , Washington . The position will report to the Director. Tweet This Post

2004 Januik Merlot Klipsun Vineyard

by jason on May 8, 2007

Tasted by jtcseventysix. Syrah like. Deep ruby/purple color. Began slightly tight, with some tannins throughout. Mellowed and softened as it breathed. Once open, this drunk very well. Soft, fruit-forward, yet bold enough to keep your … Tweet This Post

Dark garnet, blackberry and floral bouquet on the nose, strong blackberry almost jammy on the palate, a bit of oak that gives a sweetness to the taste, smooth finish the tannins are refined with a fairly strong fruit finish. … Tweet This Post

Wine adviser – May 8

by Alasdair Stewart on May 8, 2007

Under the supervision of recently installed head winemaker Bob Bertheau, Ste. Michelle has ramped up the quality of its chardonnays and red wines at all price levels. But the least-expensive white wines, labeled simply Columbia Valley, … Tweet This Post

Tasted by mulder38. (91 pts.) – Tasted 5/8/2007. [FIND IT!] Tweet This Post

2004 Baer Winery Ursa

by jason on May 7, 2007

Tasted by McCall Cellar. Tasted side by side with Andrew Will (ceil du chival). Crowd favorite is the Baer. (91 pts.) – Tasted 5/7/2007. [FIND IT!] Tweet This Post

The Herbfarm: The Old and the New

by BETHANY JEAN CLEMENT on May 7, 2007

The chef at the Herbfarm, Jerry Traunfeld, is leaving to open a restaurant in Seattle sometime next year, exact location to be announced. (Also to be announced: who’ll take over in the kitchen at the Herbfarm. … Tweet This Post