Florentino Cellars: Moving Around the Corner

by Shona Milne on December 6, 2011

I had an online chat last week with Bradley Sherman, the owner and winemaker, of Michael Florentino Cellars. I  had heard some rumors that there was going to be some moving around of a few wineries in the warehouse district. He confirmend that he will be moving into the space formerly occupied by Cowan Vineyards so he is just moving around the corner. The new address is 19501 144th Ave NE C-1200 in Woodinville. Look for the move around Christmas time.

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St. Nick’s Weekend 2011: Where To Eat

by Shona Milne on December 2, 2011

Many of the wineries will be providing food but for those of you who might be looking for something more I’ve provided a list ot local place to eat during or after St Nicks.

The Twisted Cafe – 12631 NE Woodinville Drive – 425-806-7203

Teddy’s Bigger Burgers – 17705 140th Avenue NE – 425-408-1604

Apex at Alder Ridge14450 Woodinville Redmond Road. Suite 105 – 425.408.1796

Russell’s Dining & Bar – 3305 Monte Villa Parkway, Bothell – 425-486-4072

Village Wines – 14450 Woodinville-Redmond Rd NE #111 - 425-485-3536

Purple Cafe –  14459 Woodinville Redmond Rd. NE - 425.483.7129 [click to continue…]

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Woodinville Wine Events: December 1st-15th

by Shona Milne on November 30, 2011

Alexandria Nicole Cellars – Dec 1st – 5-8pm – Girls Night Out!

Village Wines – Dec 2nd-4th – NW Totem Cellars with winemaker Mike Sharadin

Page Cellars – Dec 2nd – 5-9pm – 2008 Limited Edition Cabernet & Chardonnay Releases

NW Cellars – Dec 3rd – 1-5pm – Fundraiser for Seattle Humane Society

Woodinville Wine Country – Dec 3rd & 4th – St. Nicks Weekend [click to continue…]

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Grape Killers: Holiday in the Hood

by Shona Milne on November 27, 2011

A great way to spend an evening this holiday season on Friday, December 9th. I love that Homeward Pet is the charity beneficiary. Tickets still available. See you there.

Grape Killers Holiday in the ‘Hood 2011Woodinville Park North Warehouse Winery Complex

Dust off those antlers, bust out the awful holiday sweater, and get ready for some awesome wine because it’s time to party Grape Killers style.

Join us on Friday, Dec. 9th for Holiday in the ‘Hood, featuring Grape Killers’ Mark Ryan Winery, Darby Winery, Guardian Cellars, Baer Winery, Sparkman Cellars and Gorman Winery. Get ready for some delicious wines, even a few new releases debuting that night, tasty snacks [click to continue…]

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Taste Washington: Expands to Two Days

by Shona Milne on November 26, 2011

The Seattle Times reports that the Washington Wine Commission and Seattle Convention and Visitors Bureau will team up and expand Taste Washington to a two day event next year; March 31st and April 1st, 2012.

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Wine & Dine: Butler Valet New Series

by Shona Milne on November 13, 2011

I received some information that Butler Valet, Transportation & Wine Tours has made some changes to their Friday Night Wine and Dine series.

Join Butler & our featured restaurant every Friday for our Friday Night Wine & Dine series.  Every 3 months we partner with a new local restaurant to bring you the best of local fare & wine.  During this two & a half hour tour on our roomy but intimate Mercedes Benz Sprinters, Stuart Butler aka “The Wine Stuart” or one of his hand picked and trained chauffeurs, guide you through at least 3 [click to continue…]

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Pomum Cellars: On The Move

by Shona Milne on November 11, 2011

I’ve been emailing back and forth with Javier, owner and winermaker, at Pomum Cellars. He told me that they are moving a few spaces from their current spot. You can now find them between Stevens Winery and Baron’s V in a new production space at 18512 142nd AVE NE, Woodinville, WA 98072. They are also having their fall release of 2008 Shya Red and 2009 Tinto this Saturday and Sunday, noon to 5pm.

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Woodinville Wine Events: November 11th-17th

by Shona Milne on November 9, 2011

Matthews Estate – Fri – 6:30-9pm – Jazz in the Cellar

Village Wines – Fri, Nov 11th – 5-8pm – Winemaker Friday with Five Star Cellars

DeLille Cellars – Fri, Sat and Sun – 2009 D2, 2009 Aix and 2009 ‘Signature Syrah Releases

Village Wines – Sat, Nov 12th – 3-6pm – Champagne and Sparkling Mega Tasting

Convergence Zone – Sat, Nov 12th – noon-5pm – Grand Re-Opening and Release of 2009 Storm Front

Columbia Winery – Sat, Nov 12th – 1-2:30pm – 2011 Harvest Seminar

NW Cellars – Sat, Nov 12th – 1-5pm – Fundraiser for Pasado’s Safe Haven

Pomum Cellars – Sat & Sun, Nov 12th & 13th – noon-5pm – Fall Releases
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NW Holiday Recipe Contest: Meat, Potatoes & Wine

by Shona Milne on November 7, 2011

Get ready to unleash your inner Julia Child with the 2011 Best Northwest Holiday Recipe Contest. The contest is sponsored by the Washington State Potato Commission, Washington State Beef Commission,  Columbia Winery STAR101.5, Pacific NW Ballet NutcrackerMrs. Cooks and John Howie Steak. All you need to do is use potatoes and a beef roast in your recipe and pair it with a wine from Columbia Winery. The contest opened today and runs through November 27th. You can find the rules here. See what you could win.

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Convergence Zone: Tasting Room Re-Opens

by Shona Milne on November 6, 2011

Convergence Zone will be re-opening their door on Saturday, November 12th. Celebrate the re-opening of their tasting room and the release of their 2009 Storm Front. There will also be  meatballs simmered in the famous Storm Front barbecue sauce and some wine surprises. Their previous vintage sold out in a few months, so get yours now while it’s available (only 120 cases made).

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