FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Oregon brands Alexana Winery and Chehalem Wines and Washington state’s Kestrel Vintners and Tenor Wines starred recently at the 10th annual American Fine Wine Invitational as Pacific Northwest representation increased at the prestigious South Florida judging. Second-generation winemaker Wynne Peterson-Nedry earned the title of best white wine with her … [Read more...] about Alexana, Chehalem glitter at American Fine Wine Invitational judging
Dusted Valley Vintners 2014 Stoney Vine Vineyard Tall Tales Syrah, Walla Walla Valley, $60
These Wisconsin natives have planted deep roots in the Walla Walla Valley with three estate vineyards. Stoney Vine is in The Rocks District of Milton-Freewater, but federal regulations don’t allow winemakers to use that on the label unless the wines are produced within in the state of Oregon. Regardless, this has become one of Dusted Valley's signature wines, and it shows … [Read more...] about Dusted Valley Vintners 2014 Stoney Vine Vineyard Tall Tales Syrah, Walla Walla Valley, $60
Wine Business Monthly profiles Fujishin Family Cellars in Idaho as Hot Brand
CALDWELL, Idaho — Judging by past recipients of Wine Business Monthly’s Hot Brands acclaim, Martin Fujishin and Fujishin Family Cellars in Idaho’s Snake River Valley will continue to prosper. The February 2017 issue of the California-based publication showcases 10 Hot Brands of 2016. It’s a heady list, and this marks the first time since 2009 that as many as four Pacific … [Read more...] about Wine Business Monthly profiles Fujishin Family Cellars in Idaho as Hot Brand
McMinnville group to build 4-story Atticus Hotel for Oregon wine tourists
McMINNVILLE, Ore. — Oregon native Erin Stephenson developed a successful boutique lodging business for the wine country city of McMinnville that has inspired her group to plan on building the four-story Atticus Hotel within walking distance of 18 wineries. Groundbreaking for the Atticus Hotel, billed as "the Willamette Valley wine country’s first urban luxury boutique … [Read more...] about McMinnville group to build 4-story Atticus Hotel for Oregon wine tourists
Larks Restaurants in Rogue Valley top Oregon Wine A-List awards
PORTLAND, Ore. — Larks Home Kitchen Cuisine, with restaurants in the Rogue Valley communities of Ashland and Medford, Ore., has been selected as the 2017 Wine Program of the Year as part of the third annual Oregon Wine A-List Awards. The award process, staged in conjunction with the Oregon Wine Board, recognized 124 restaurants around the state and the globe that support the … [Read more...] about Larks Restaurants in Rogue Valley top Oregon Wine A-List awards