Five of the Pacific Northwest's leaders in the area of sustainable winemaking will be presenting research at a series of seminars held in July across Washington state. The series called "Making Winery Sustainability Work" will feature results of year-long winery sustainability trials and an examination of the sustainability of current winery practices. Speakers include … [Read more...] about Northwest scientists to share sustainable winemaking research
Archives for April 2013
Rainstorm 2011 Pinot Gris, Oregon, $14
Best Buy! This delicious and refreshing Pinot Gris is part of VinMotion, which includes Pacific Rim Winemakers in Washington. This opens with aromas of alyssum blossom, dried apricot and watermelon, followed by flavors of pinapple, Asian pear, lemon zest and apple. Pleasing acidity gives way to good length. This will pair well with everything from pasta tossed with grilled … [Read more...] about Rainstorm 2011 Pinot Gris, Oregon, $14
Vin du Lac of Chelan 2011 Barrel Select Chardonnay, Columbia Valley, $25
Larry Lehmbecker is the owner/winemaker at Vin du Lac, one of Washington's finest wineries. Though best known for his red wines, Lehmbecker also makes delicious whites. This Chardonnay opens with aromas that reminded us of lemon meringue pie, pineapple, guava and oak, followed by flavors of citrus, pear and tropical fruit. A rich midpalate gives way to a round, tasty … [Read more...] about Vin du Lac of Chelan 2011 Barrel Select Chardonnay, Columbia Valley, $25
Mission Hill winery brings top music acts to British Columbia
WEST KELOWNA, British Columbia — Bud break in the Pacific Northwest has been followed by wineries announcing their summer concert schedules, and Mission Hill Family Estate — British Columbia's most majestic winery facility — released an impressive lineup that includes country star LeAnn Rimes. Tickets went on sale Wednesday for the 2013 season at the winery's 1,000-seat … [Read more...] about Mission Hill winery brings top music acts to British Columbia
Naked Winery NV Outdoor Vino Wanderlust White, America, $15
Best Buy! Naked is a Columbia Gorge winery that so far has built its reputation on racy wine names as much as its wines. This white blend is different, however. It's bottled in a plastic bottle with a screwcap. This makes it lighter in weight and more portable, making it a perfect wine to take with you on a picnic or camping trip. It opens with aromas of lemon zest, fresh … [Read more...] about Naked Winery NV Outdoor Vino Wanderlust White, America, $15