WALLA WALLA, Wash. - Walla Walla Vintners, one of the Walla Walla Valley’s oldest and most acclaimed wineries, is poised to release the first estate wines in its 22-year history. Longtime winemaking friends Myles Anderson and Gordy Venneri founded Walla Walla Vintners in 1995 as the eighth bonded winery in the valley, but they didn’t establish Cut Bank Estate Vineyard near … [Read more...] about Historic Walla Walla Vintners set to release first estate wines
Northwest vineyards track ahead of cooler vintages
JACKSONVILLE, Ore. — Pacific Northwest vineyards for the wine industry are ripening along the lines of a moderate vintage after the growing degrees that were gains during the month of July, according to acclaimed climate researcher Greg Jones. “Heat accumulation (GDD) amounts for four locations in Oregon continue to track above the 1981-2010 normals for this period, but … [Read more...] about Northwest vineyards track ahead of cooler vintages
Cabernet Summit earns praise for Red Mountain wines, hospitality
BENTON CITY, Wash. - Red Mountain continues to grow its fan base in Washington state for Cabernet Sauvignon, but these growers and winemakers hope the second annual Cabernet Summit will build the thirst for their wines beyond the Pacific Northwest. They’ve recruited a new ambassador in Aaron St. Clair, wine buyer for Whole Foods Market in Venice, Calif. He recently spent … [Read more...] about Cabernet Summit earns praise for Red Mountain wines, hospitality
Kendall Mix takes over as winemaker at Wahluke Wine Co.
MATTAWA, Wash. - Canadian-born Kendall Mix has been one of Washington’s most talented winemakers since he arrived in 1993. Now, he ranks among the state’s most important figures by taking over the winemaking at Jerry Milbrandt’s Wahluke Wine Co. and Butch Milbrandt’s Milbrandt Vineyards. “Jerry and I have been courting Kendall off and on for 10 years, but the timing has … [Read more...] about Kendall Mix takes over as winemaker at Wahluke Wine Co.
IPNC sets table for celebration of Oregon, Pinot Noir
[vimeo id="19180151" width="620" height="360"] McMINNVILLE, Ore. - Ask an international wine expert what Oregon is known for, and it’s a safe bet they will answer “Pinot Noir.” It’s a reputation that’s well-deserved yet hard-earned. In the world of marketing, it’s also a valuable tool for a region to be defined so succinctly. Think of the power behind the term “Napa … [Read more...] about IPNC sets table for celebration of Oregon, Pinot Noir