KENNEWICK, Wash. — The Columbia Gardens Wine Village now has two brands linked to it, and the men behind Bartholomew Winery and Vino La Monarcha look forward to serving as ambassadors for the Port of Kennewick project near the Columbia River. Victor Palencia, perhaps the most remarkable success story in the Washington wine industry, said he considered other possibilities for … [Read more...] about Port of Kennewick selects Bartholomew, Vino La Monarcha for wine village
Oregon Chardonnay Celebration takes more statewide view in 2017
NEWBERG, Ore. — Next year’s Oregon Chardonnay Celebration will take a more statewide approach to its Saturday, Feb. 25 seminar, and Ray Isle of Food and Wine magazine is on board to serve as the tour guide. The theme is "Roadtripping through Oregon Wine Country," and there are a few changes to the sixth edition of this Chardonnay-focused event that started in 2012 as the … [Read more...] about Oregon Chardonnay Celebration takes more statewide view in 2017
Crimson Wine Group buys historic blocks of Seven Hills Vineyard
WALLA WALLA, Wash. — Casey McClellan planted Merlot in the original Seven Hills Vineyard in 1982 and his family shared in its ownership for years while his winery and winemaking helped make Seven Hills Winery and the Walla Walla Valley famous. As of Wednesday, McClellan can again refer to those old blocks of Seven Hills Vineyard as an estate planting for Seven Hills Winery. … [Read more...] about Crimson Wine Group buys historic blocks of Seven Hills Vineyard
Record warm November sets stage for 2016 totals
ASHLAND, Ore. — Climate expert Greg Jones points out that after 11 months, the year of 2016 is headed to finish out warmer and wetter than the recent 30-year average. “Well, after an October that felt more like November, we just finished a November that felt more like October!” the Southern Oregon University professfor wrote in his latest climate update and forecast for the … [Read more...] about Record warm November sets stage for 2016 totals
20th annual Taste Washington offers $20 discount
SEATTLE — Taste Washington turns 20 in 2017, and holiday shoppers get a $20 break on tickets for the Grand Tasting on Sunday, March 26 in Seattle. Organizers are planning on more than 70 restaurants and chefs to complement the 235 wineries expected to pour March 25-26 on the floor of the CenturyLink Events Center. And during the month of December, shoppers for the Sunday … [Read more...] about 20th annual Taste Washington offers $20 discount