CALDWELL, Idaho - These days, their business name reads Williamson Orchards and Vineyards. In a decade, it might be more appropriate for the family to change it to Williamson Vineyards and Orchards. Just 15 years ago, that would have been unimaginable for this family that began farming on the Sunnyslope region of Idaho’s Snake River Valley in 1909. “We’re at the ground … [Read more...] about Second generation moves Williamson Vineyards along
Oregon Wine Board seeks top Oregon-friendly restaurants
PORTLAND - This week, the Oregon Wine Board launched its yearly search for a restaurant worthy of joining the ranks of The Joel Palmer House as part of the third annual Oregon Wine A-List Awards. “We just opened up nominations for the 2017 Oregon Wine A-List Awards, which recognizes restaurants across the world displaying enthusiasm for Oregon wine and a deep appreciation of … [Read more...] about Oregon Wine Board seeks top Oregon-friendly restaurants
Oregon wine industry breaks more records in 2015
ASHLAND Ore. - The Oregon wine industry set more records in 2015, and its annual census report shows 702 licensed wineries pulling from 28,034 acres of vineyards. This year’s Oregon Vineyard and Winery Census Report, released just prior to harvest, indicates continued but more modest growth compared with the 2014 analysis, which pegged the grape harvest increase from the … [Read more...] about Oregon wine industry breaks more records in 2015
2016 vintage cools down slightly in Pacific Northwest
As predicted, the 2016 vintage would seem to indicate the start of a gradual shift from El Niño toward La Niña for much of the Pacific Northwest wine industry. Southern Oregon University researcher Greg Jones issued his “Summer to Harvest” report during Labor Day weekend, noting that, “With school and football season starting, a hint of fall is right on time, and the … [Read more...] about 2016 vintage cools down slightly in Pacific Northwest
Clore Center partners with wine country caterer Ethos
PROSSER, Wash. - The Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center, a showpiece for the Washington wine industry, has taken another step in its mission by adding cuisine from Ethos Bakery and Trattoria to its tasting room each day. Portland native Angela Kora and co-owner Scot Newell continue to shape the Ethos Group, which they launched in 2011 as Ethos Bakery in Richland. They … [Read more...] about Clore Center partners with wine country caterer Ethos