SEATTLE - The world of Riesling is returning to Seattle next month. The draw is the fourth Riesling Rendezvous, a global look at the most noble of white wine grapes. Riesling Rendezvous is sponsored by Chateau Ste. Michelle in nearby Woodinville and Dr. Loosen, one of Germany's top Riesling producers. Loosen is owned by Ernst Loosen, who also is involved in Ste. Michelle's … [Read more...] about Riesling lovers coming to Washington for Riesling Rendezvous
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Oregon winemakers optimistic about warm vintage
Washington isn't the only Northwest region excited about a warm spring and dreams of a less-stressful growing season and harvest. Western Oregon winemakers and grape growers have thus far enjoyed a warm, dry spring that has them well ahead of typical years. "It's looking to be an extremely early year," said Patrick Spangler, owner of Spangler Vineyards in the Umpqua … [Read more...] about Oregon winemakers optimistic about warm vintage
Sagemoor Vineyards reflect Riesling history in Washington state
PASCO, Wash. - Kent Waliser and Derek Way manage vines that have helped shape the course of grape growing and winemaking in Washington state. They also relish their role as caretakers of living history at Sagemoor Vineyards. "These will be here long after we are gone," Way said, pointing to gnarled trunks of Riesling that were planted 40 years ago. Thanks in large part to … [Read more...] about Sagemoor Vineyards reflect Riesling history in Washington state
Washington vineyards setting up for warm 2013 vintage
PASCO, Wash. — Washington state's 2013 vintage is in the early stages, yet already it is giving the wine industry a wild ride. In early April, grape growers across the Columbia Valley were reporting early bud break - when tiny leaves emerge from buds formed the prior year. Now, Great Northwest Wine has heard of at least one example of bloom taking place in Washington - a … [Read more...] about Washington vineyards setting up for warm 2013 vintage
Washington wine grape growers dodge more spring frost
Washington wine grape growers dodged more freezing temperatures this week across the Columbia Valley, especially in the Horse Heaven Hills, where the mercury dropped as low as 23 degrees. "We put up a good battle, and I think we won," said Paul Champoux, owner of famed Champoux Vineyards in the Horse Heaven Hills. Early Tuesday morning, Champoux saw temperatures drop to … [Read more...] about Washington wine grape growers dodge more spring frost