The Experts Talk About Wine
Winemakers, sommeliers, journalists and groupies expound on their favorite Washington wines, etiquette, great deals, new releases, amazing pairings and more.
- Happy Holiday Wines
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Happy Holiday Wines I bet you’ve already seen them – the “Christmas trees” are on display; heard them – the “holiday jingles” are being piped through the stores and even had a few of those “who’s naughty Read More...
- The Art of Pairing Food & Wine
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One of the true joys of my profession is witnessing diners enjoying a meal, particular wine or wine pairing. Each night in our dining room, we have a multutude of people smiling, swirling, sipping and swallowing. I am very fortunate to be associated with Read More...
- A Dash of Basel, a Touch of Oak
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I had the pleasure of sitting down with Trey Busch of Basel Cellars this past week and enjoyed the opportunity to catch-up and of course...taste wine. First, if you haven't met Trey, you need to - for he is one of the many "nice guys" of Read More...
- Walla Walla: 80+ Wineries and Counting
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Though it is one of Washington's smaller AVAs (American Viticultural Areas) in terms of vineyard acreage, Walla Walla has long had the largest concentration of wineries in one valley. In comparing the number of wineries to the population, one would Read More...
- An Expert in Conversation
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Hello Washington! Please allow me to introduce myself...Mr. Christopher Chan, at your service. It is my distinct honor and a pleasure to have this opportunity to share some thoughts and perspective on Washington Wine through Wine Country Washington. First, Read More...
- Along the Wine Road - aMaurice Cellars, It's a Family Affair
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Tom Schafer and his family are the founders of a'Maurice Cellars in Walla Walla. As fifth generation Washingtonians, the Schafer family embodies many things in their winery, the least of which are dedication, family and sustainability. Maurice Schafer Read More...
- Along the Wine Road - Balsamroot Winery
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Visit the newest winery of the Lake Chelan area and experience a tasting for the senses with Winemaker and recent UC Davis grad Judy Phelps. At the tasting bar, visitors are encouraged to take a different approach to their tasting experience. Judy pairs Read More...
- Wines of Summer 2006
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When people ask me if I prefer white or red, my answer seldom varies, "it depends on the weather and what I'm eating." It's a great time to explore the wines of summer, from crisp whites bursting with fruit to dry Rosé and lighter Read More...
- Along the Wine Road - Agate Field
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In Zillah on Roza Drive, Agate Field Vineyard opened its doors on April 1st. Owned by Bob and Ginger Radke, this no frills, unpretentious winery offers visitors a chance to be a part of the action. With the tasting room inside the barrel room, you may Read More...
- Along the Wine Road - Long Shadows Vintners Builds Walla Walla Winery
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Long Shadows Vintners recently broke ground on their new wine production facility in Walla Walla. The $4.2 million dollar, state-of-the-art winery is designed to accommodate the exacting standards and varied winemaking practices of Long Shadows’ Read More...
- Holiday Wine Pairing by Richard Kinssies
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Turkey, the bird of choice for most American holiday tables, is one of the most amiable of foods when it comes to pairing it with wines. By keeping in mind a very short list of caveats almost any wine will do. The side dishes are another issue but they Read More...
- Along The Wine Road - Hedges Family Estate Opens Tasting Room for CMS
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Hedges Cellars recently changed their name to Hedges Family Estate in order to reflect the fact that they are a family owned and operated business. Going a step further, they have also separated their brands and tasting rooms into estate and non-estate Read More...