GEORGE, Wash. - In one of the most remote and startlingly beautiful regions of Washington, one winery is celebrating its 15th anniversary. Cave B Estate Winery has a fascinating history that actually stretches back more than 35 years, and on Saturday evening about 150 friends, fans and customers gathered in the winery's barrel room to toast its success. The origins of … [Read more...] about Cave B Estate Winery celebrates 15th year
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A dozen delicious Washington Merlots
In the past five years, Washington Merlot has been pushed to the shadows - a little - by the rise of Cabernet Sauvignon. Yet Merlot remains one of the state's most important varieties. In many areas of the world, Merlot is a softer version of Cab. But in Washington, Merlot is a big, bold red, providing structure to many wines. It also pairs well with such cuisine as grilled … [Read more...] about A dozen delicious Washington Merlots
Oregon’s Chapter 24 Vineyards tops Hilton Head judging with Pinot Noir
HILTON HEAD, S.C. - Chapter 24 Vineyards, one of Oregon’s youngest cult Pinot Noir producers, brought home the title of best red wine at the Hilton Head Island International Wine Judging. Maison L'Envoye 2013 Two Messengers Pinot Noir, one of several brands within Mark Tarlov’s young Chapter 24 project, earned one of the three superlatives in the field of 418 entries. Max … [Read more...] about Oregon’s Chapter 24 Vineyards tops Hilton Head judging with Pinot Noir
Crimson Wine Group has long history in Northwest
NAPA, Calif. - After a California-based company purchased Seven Hills Winery in late January, many people in and around the Washington wine industry were questioning who Crimson Wine Group is and what its intentions are here in the Pacific Northwest. As it turns out, Crimson Wine Group has a foundation firmly based in the Northwest and has a well-established history of … [Read more...] about Crimson Wine Group has long history in Northwest
Linda Donovan uses Oregon wine to help revitalize Medford
MEDFORD, Ore. - There are a number of examples throughout Oregon of how the wine industry has helped revitalize business districts in Carlton, McMinnville and Portland. Linda Donovan might be doing the heaviest lifting of anyone, using her award-winning Pallet Wine Co. inside the historic Cooley-Neff Building to help rejuvenate downtown Medford. “It’s not the best tourist … [Read more...] about Linda Donovan uses Oregon wine to help revitalize Medford