SUNNYSIDE, Wash. — Third-generation winegrower Marcus Miller knew the style of Sauvignon Blanc he wanted for his family’s customers at Airfield Estates Winery, and it would need to start with growing grapes that evoked memories of his time in the famed region of Marlborough. “Making Sauvignon Blanc has been a passion of mine ever since the vintage I spent working harvest in … [Read more...] about Airfield Estates Winery soars with Sauvignon Blanc from Yakima Valley
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Dennis Murphy of Caprio Cellars acquires Figgins shares in Seven Hills Vineyard
WALLA WALLA, Wash. — Dennis Murphy was a clear choice for Marty Clubb and Norm McKibben when it came to finding a new partner for storied Seven Hills Vineyard and SeVein Vineyards in the Walla Walla Valley. This morning, they publicly welcomed Murphy, owner/winemaker of Caprio Cellars. He purchased the shares that were owned by the Figgins family of Leonetti Cellar fame and … [Read more...] about Dennis Murphy of Caprio Cellars acquires Figgins shares in Seven Hills Vineyard
Pacific Northwest wineries earn 11 spots on Wine & Spirits worldwide top 100 list
Iconic is an adjective often overused in the wine world, but it applies to DeLille Cellars and L’Ecole N° 41 Winery when it comes to their statue-like presence on Wine & Spirits Magazine’s global Top 100 Winery list. This month, L’Ecole owner/winemaker Marty Clubb shared the news that his third-generation Walla Walla Valley company earned the recognition for the 17th … [Read more...] about Pacific Northwest wineries earn 11 spots on Wine & Spirits worldwide top 100 list
Chelan-area winemaker Brock Lindsay dies at age 40 in UTV accident
Brock Lindsay, award-winning winemaker and co-owner of Succession Wines and Alta Cellars in the Lake Chelan community of Manson, Wash., died early Saturday as result of a utility vehicle accident on a windy rural road. He was 40. According to Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison, his deputies and Manson firefighters responded at 1:34 a.m. Saturday to a report of an injury … [Read more...] about Chelan-area winemaker Brock Lindsay dies at age 40 in UTV accident
Washington wine leaders back HistoryLunch in Seattle
Those with an interest in Washington state history researched and presented by professional journalists should be reading HistoryLink.org. It’s no coincidence that key sponsors of the organization’s Sept. 12 fundraising show in downtown Seattle — titled HistoryLunch 2023: The Tremendous Tale of Timber — include Brian Carter Cellars in Woodinville/Vancouver, Naches-based … [Read more...] about Washington wine leaders back HistoryLunch in Seattle