It was drier and a warmer-than-average month of August throughout Pacific Northwest vineyards, and that is forecast to continue through September, according to acclaimed climate researcher Greg Jones. Jones continues to study the effects of climate change on vineyards throughout the world while serving as the CEO for Abacela, his family's winery and vineyard in Roseburg, … [Read more...] about Despite hot August, 2022 vintage behind for much of Northwest
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Washington wine grape harvest forecast for 28% increase in 2022
OLYMPIA, Wash. — The 2022 vintage for the Washington state wine industry is on track to yield 28 percent more than last year’s “heat dome” vintage, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This year, the projection by the USDA indicates production is headed toward 230,000 tons. If that holds, the 2022 crush will rank No. 2 in state history yet far below the record … [Read more...] about Washington wine grape harvest forecast for 28% increase in 2022
Northwest vineyards enter August as much as 12 days behind normal
As July headed into August, records for high temperatures were set throughout the Pacific Northwest, but for a number of growers, the slow start to this season still has the 2022 vintage on a trajectory not seen in recent years. Some areas are faring better than others, however, according to acclaimed climate researcher Gregory V. Jones. "Wine regions in western Oregon … [Read more...] about Northwest vineyards enter August as much as 12 days behind normal
Oregon stands out throughout Pinot Gris tasting
It's no surprise that Oregon stood out in this comparative tasting of Pinot Gris, which not coincidentally showcased a number of the Northwest's top talents. And this winter will mark the 50th anniversary of the federal government approving the label for the first Pinot Gris produced in the country — The Eyrie Vineyards 1970 Oregon Pinot Gris by the late David Lett in the … [Read more...] about Oregon stands out throughout Pinot Gris tasting
The Wine Knows: Mastering the magical blend of GSM
Among Washington’s best styles of wine is GSM, shorthand for a blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. All three of those grapes are traditionally grown in southern France’s Rhône Valley, from a region known as Châteauneuf-du-Pape. It is part of the greater Cotes du Rhône appellation, much as Red Mountain is a small part of the greater Columbia Valley American Viticultural … [Read more...] about The Wine Knows: Mastering the magical blend of GSM