Woodinville Wine Update

Village Wines: “Featured Winery of the Month”

Shona Milne — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 15:24:52 +0000

We all know that Village Wines moved into their new space in July and that they had some new ideas in store for us. They will have a “Featured Winery of the Month” in the back events room which will begin Labor Day weekend. They are off to a great start and Forgeron Cellars, from Walla Walla, is the first Featured Winery of the Month. Forgeron Cellars will be the Featured Winery of the Month for September and October. I love Marie-Eve’s wine and will be stopping in for a taste.

Chateau Ste. Michelle: Art Walk & Dinner

Shona Milne — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 23:49:22 +0000

There are a few tickets left for the celebration of 15 years of Artist Series Art Walk and Dinner on Thursday night at Chateau Ste. Michelle.

Come join us for a magical evening at the winery celebrating the release of our 2007 Artist Series Meritage Red and the 15th year of the Artist Series program. We’re commemorating this milestone with a special late-summer dinner preceded by an ‘art walk’ on our grounds featuring art from past Artist Series vintages, including work from the winery’s private collection.

Many of the artists will be in attendance, along with Chateau Ste. Michelle winemakers Bob Bertheau and Joshua Maloney, so you can mingle with artistes of all stripes while enjoying a fabulous meal paired with multiple vintages of Artist Series drawn from our wine library. Attendees will also receive a limited-edition commemorative Artist Series poster.

Grand Reve: Interview with Paul McBride

Shona Milne — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 14:09:58 +0000

I stopped in at Grand Reve Vintners the other weekend to chat with Paul McBride. We had talked previously at an event and he told me about some great news that their Cabernet had received a 97 Point score from Wine Spectator.

Dog Day’s of Summer: Homeward Pet

Shona Milne — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 23:21:52 +0000

This is the last chance this summer to check out the Dog Days of Summer at Northwest Cellars on Sunday, August 29th from noon-5pm. This benefits Homeward Pet in Woodinville so be sure to buy a bottle of Homeward Pet Rescue Reserve wine which is a nice Merlot.

Come join us any Sunday in July and August to celebrate our furry friends. Bring your dog and meet lots of other dogs and their parents. This Sunday Homeward Pet will be there, along with some dogs looking for new homes. ALSO, we are thrilled to have Wendy Wahman, author of “Don’t Lick the Dog” – she will signing her fabulous children’s book, only $17.00, with all profits donated to Homeward Pet. We will also be selling our Homeward Pet Rescue Reserve wine, with 20% of sales donated to Homeward Pet.There will be door prizes, treats, and of course wine tasting !

WOOF !

Woodinville Wine Events: Weekend August 27

Shona Milne — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:37:58 +0000

Matthews Estate – Friday, August 27 – 7-9pm – After Hours

Tefft Cellars – Friday, August 27 – Port and Dessert Pairing

William Church Winery – Friday, August 27th – 5:30-8:30pm – 4th Friday on the Patio

Woodinville Warehouse Wineries – Saturday, August 28th – 4:30-8:30 -A Wine Walk at Country Village

Northwest Cellars – Saturday & Sunday, August 28th & 29th – Viognier Release

Covington Cellars – Saturday, August 28 – 6:30-9:30 – Six Course Winemaker Dinner

Silver Lake Winery – Saturday, August 28 – noon-4 – Girls Who Wine Spray Tan Party

Edmonds Winery – Saturday, August 28th – 1-5pm – Tasting fee waived if you wear Hawaiian shirt.

Northwest Cellars – Sunday, August 29th - Dog Days of Summer to benefit Homeward Pet – Bring your dog!

Russell’s Dining – Wednesday, September 1st – 7-9pm – Winemaker Dinner Tero Estates & Flying Trout Winery

Alexandria Nicole Cellars – Thursday, September 2 – 6:30-9 – Girls Night Out – 80’s Theme - Spandex and big hair.

Lamb Jam: It’s Back

Shona Milne — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 19:19:49 +0000

If you didn’t make it to last years event you need to buy your tickets now for Lamb Jam. It’s on Sunday, October 24th, from 3-6pm at the Bell Harbor International Conference Center.

20 top Seattle Chefs ewe-night for the second annual American Lamb Jam Seattle. This ultimate taste-off features top chefs and their creative preparations of lusty lamb dishes each paired with award-winning Washington wines. You vote and determine the People’s Choice winner! Pre-judging for media includes awards for Best of Show, Most Creative, Best Wine Pairing and 1st Place Awards for Shoulder, Leg of Lamb, Shank and Loin tastes. Awards are announced at the show. Event includes all lamb dishes, special desserts, beer and wine tasting and a chance to win amazing prizes.

Blend: World’s Best Wine, Food, & Places

Shona Milne — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:58:58 +0000

Have your heard about Blend? It’s an event showcasing some of the world’s best wine blends paired with fabulous foods from Columbia Hospitality’s hotels, inns, and conference centers. The event is Sunday, September 12th. Seminars are 2:30-4pm and the main event is 4-7:30pm at the Bell Harbor International Conference Center. Buy Tickets

Sparkling wine and artisanal cheese reception
Sample wine blends from 40 top producers from Washington State, Sonoma County, and Portugal (click here for wines)
Gourmet cuisine from Columbia Hospitality chefs – click here for menu!
Chances to win two-night getaways to Columbia Hospitality’s fabulous hotels and a five night stay at The Oitavos hotel in Cascais, Portugal!

Seminars 2:30 – 4:00 PM

Seminar 1: Blending with Chateau Ste. Michelle
Participate in the hands-on red wine blending process of small wine lots with the different wine tiers of Chateau Ste. Michelle (Artist, Ethos, Single Vineyard, Vintage Reserve, Columbia Valley). Small lots focus on Cold Creek and Canoe Ridge Vineyards and grower lots from Indian Wells and Stone Tree Vineyards. Have fun with the “American Idol” rounds where you’ll taste through each wine lot, then blend by tier to get to the final blends. Taste, discuss, compare, contrast. You are the judge!

Seminar 2: Blend – Inspiration, Experience, Intuition with Columbia Winery
Participate in a hands-on blending session using the five Bordeaux grapes varietals (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petite Verdot, Malbec). A sprinkle of salt, a dash of pepper; a little more bass, a little less treble. We are all blenders. If we listen to our senses, we know what’s missing and we know when it’s just right. Blending wine is no different. Let your palate be your paintbrush as we show you the secrets of making a perfect blend.

Red Mountain Wine: Col Solare

Shona Milne — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:12:01 +0000

I spent a few days over in the Yakima area and finally made it to the Red Mountain AVA. Two exciting words when mentioned in a wine context. I’ve had a goal of going to Col Solare for awhile and I did make it on this trip. It’s great when you round a corner and see it sitting up on the hill. To say they have an amazing view is an understatement. I could have stayed there a few hours to enjoy the view over the valley. I did the winemakers flight which included their 2004, 2005, and 2006 red wine. The 2004 was my favorite with flavors of cherries, vanilla, and some tobacco. It had a bit more Cab than the other two. I was told that I need to come back in the late afternoon to sit on the patio and watch the sun set over the valley and that I would see an amazing show of changing colors. It’s on my list of things to do.

Italianissimo: Wine Wednesdays

Shona Milne — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 15:46:50 +0000

I was invited to Italianissimo for their Wine Wednesday where they feature a winemaker every week. Last week it was Guardian Cellars. Jerry was pouring his new Angel Sauvignon Blanc, Gun Metal, and Chalk Line. We had some nice weather so it was great to sit out on the patio and pair these wines with some Gnocchi Panna Rosa which are potato dumplings in a delicious tomato cream sauce. There was also a Pollo Dorato Alla Toscana which is roasted chicken with lemon and rosemary. This is fun way to check out different winemakers and have some lovely Italian food. Baer Winery is featured this Wednesday.

Woodinville Wine Events: Weekend August 20th

Shona Milne — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 14:54:24 +0000

Auction of Washington Wines Winemaker Dinners – Friday, August 20th – 6:30pm

Covey Run – 10K Race & 5K Run/Walk – Saturday, August 21st – 8am

Auction of Washington Wines Gala Auction – Saturday, August 21st – 4:30-midnight

Bartholomew Winery – Saturday, August 21st- noon-when the last taster is done - 2008 Cuvee Blanc Release Party

Cowan Vineyards – Saturday, August 21st – noon-5 – 2005 Cab Sauvignon Release Party

Edmonds Winery – Saturday, August 21st – 1-5pm – Artisan Craft Event

Challenger Ridge (at Concrete) - Saturday, August 21st – noon-4pm – Corvette Show

Northwest Cellars – Saturday & Sunday, August 21st & 22nd – Pinot Gris Release

Homeward Pet – Sunday, August 22nd – 11am-3pm – 1st Annual Bark-B-Q at Doggie Haven Resort – Bring Your Dog!

Italianissimo Ristorante – Wednesday, August 25th – 5-7pm - Baer Winery Wine Wednesday Tasting