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It looks like DeLille Cellars is the first to bring in some grapes as of today. Is there anyone else who is bringing in grapes? Woodinville wineries will begin receiving their first grapes of the season today from Eastern Washington vineyards marking the official start to the 2012 harvest in Woodinville and giving greater Seattle […]
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Mark your calendars for the 24th, 25th, and 26th of August for the Grand Opening of Patterson Cellars Hollywood Hill Tasting Room. It also coincides with the release of the 2011 Late Harvest Rousanne. A special bonus is that Chef Kent Betts of Italianissimo Ristorante will be serving up housemade gelato. The gelato is prepared […]
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Make sure you swing by Vortex Cellars Grand Opening on August 18th from noon to 6pm up in the warehouse district. There will be hors d’oeuvres including some cheese from Quality Cheese in Pike Place Market paired with Vortex Cellars wines. Enjoy some live music and art on display while you sip some wine. They are […]
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I confess, I’m a blend girl. I think a blended wine offers more layers and flavors to a wine. It also gives the opportunity for winemakers to work their magic. Going to BLEND on September 16th from 3-6pm will give you the opportuity to try quite a few Woodinville winery blends. The event takes place […]
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Just in case you have not heard the news; Gorman Winery is now officially open in the Hollywood area. They are part of the old gas station remodel located at 14505 148th Avenue NE, Woodinville 98072 that is now also home to The Station Pizzeria and Patterson Cellars. Gorman Winery is open Thursday through Sunday so […]
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I was invited back this year to sit at the tweet table for Round 2 of the 3rd Annual Iron Vintner Challenge at Willows Lodge. If you don’t know about this event it’s being at a live version of Iron Chef but with winemakers trying to impress the judges with their cooking prowess. The secret […]
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Here is the official statement about Gallo buying Columbia Winery and Covey Run: MODESTO, Calif., June 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — E. & J. Gallo Winery (Gallo) announced today the purchase of Washington’s Columbia Winery and Covey Run Wine brands from Ascentia Wine Estates. Gallo has purchased the two wine brands and taken over the operation of […]
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After weeks of speculation and rumor, as of Friday afternoon, Columbia Winery and Covey Run have been sold to Gallo. Many of the employees, including myself, no long have jobs. Tweet This Post
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There is a weekend barrel tasting coming up, May 5th & 6th from noon-4pm, if you sign up with Avennia. They will begin releasing their wines sometime this fall. Avennia, a new winery in Woodinville specializing in limited production wines, will make its public debut May 5-6 with a barrel tasting event for members of […]
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The West Side Wine Walk, a new event, is coming up in the Hollywood area this Thursday. West Side Wine Walk Come stroll, meet friends, have fun and savor select wines and Mediterannean-inspired cuisine. Thursday, April 26th from 6-9 PM. Featuring Brian Carter Cellars, DeLille Cellars, Lachini Vineyards, William Church Winery, Sparkman Cellars and food […]
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