From the category archives:
I was lucky I had a chance to talk with Steve Roberts of Wine Trails NW before the crowds came rolling at Taste Washington the other Sunday. You may know his books, Wine Trails of Washington, Wine Trails of Oregon, and Wine Trails of Idaho. He is working on a new book that focuses on Walla […]
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I found an article online at Wines & Vines about panel discussions at Taste Washington this year. The consensus is that you should “join the conversation” in social media. It can help raise awareness of your business and building your brand. Tweet This Post
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We have another wine event coming up. It’s Merlot Gone Mad up at the Tulalip Resort Casino on Sunday, May 2nd. It’s a benefit for the Washhington Wine Industry Foundation. There will be 50+ wineries represented at the event. The cost is $45 for a general admission ticket or $75 for ticket and transportation by […]
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It’s getting closer and closer for Passport to Woodinville. Save the dates for Saturday & Sunday, April 17th & 18th. The tickets are $60 for a Saturday & Sunday Passport and $40 for the Sunday only Passport. Tickets are available through Woodinville Wine Country. There are 37 wineries participating this year. There is an article […]
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I attended a wine tasting of Edmonds Winery on the other at Russell’s Dining in Bothell. It was a great chance to taste their wines. I think we all enjoyed the Sauvignon Blanc but there was only one case left and I think it’s gone now. I loved the Robert D. and they still have that available. It’s […]
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I found an article on line by Paul Gregutt in the Seattle Times about Washington wineries are following the increasing demand for more eco-friendly wines. Consumers are looking for organic and sustainable agricultural practices from wineries. They are also looking for lighter bottles or boxed wines that are more environmentally friendly. Tweet This Post
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From an article in the Washington Post how the Washington wine industry now has 650 wineries. It also mentions how our wines are not widely recognized outside the region. Tweet This Post
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I spoke with Pepper Bridge Winery winemaker, Jean-Francois Pellet, at Taste Washington on Sunday. He told me that they were hoping for a June 1st opening for their tasting room in Woodinville. They will be located next door to Ross Andrew in the Hollywood Schoolhouse complex. Tweet This Post
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Gorman Winery will be open to the public on Saturday, April 3rd from 1-4pm for the release of his Rose and The Bully. The Bully is 100% Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon fruit which has been aged in new French Oak for 18 months. It’s been in the bottle for 12 months. I can’t wait to […]
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If you want to start making your summer concert plans at Chateau Ste Michelle you can go to Pollstar.com for the most complete listings. I love the KWJZ Smooth Jazz Concert. Tweet This Post
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