HOUSTON — Texans love to brag about the size of their state and the level of their hospitality, and a number of Washington and Oregon wineries got a sense for both in anticipation of this week’s start to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Cally Mercer of Mercer Estates in Prosser, Wash., poured last week for a reported 5,700 wine lovers at Roundup and Best Bites, one of … [Read more...] about Houston Rodeo brings Washington wine along for ride
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Washington winery puts reds in recyclable pouches
WALLA WALLA, Wash. - One of Washington's most exciting young wineries is putting some of its wines in a package that will reduce its environmental impact while also helping the wines stay fresh and delicious for consumers. Victor Palencia, owner and winemaker of Palencia Wine Co. has begun packaging some of his Vino La Monarcha wines in the AstroPaq. It's a fully recyclable, … [Read more...] about Washington winery puts reds in recyclable pouches
Idaho wine industry honors Sawtooth’s Meredith Smith
GARDEN CITY, Idaho - The Idaho wine industry took a moment from its annual meeting to honor winemaker Meredith Smith for her work inside and outside Sawtooth Estate Winery. Members of the Idaho Wine Commission voted the Boise native as its inaugural Distinguished Member of the Year, presenting her with a crystal decanter Wednesday at the Riverside Hotel in Garden City. “I … [Read more...] about Idaho wine industry honors Sawtooth’s Meredith Smith
Washington’s diverse, delicious Yakima Valley
The Yakima Valley is Washington's oldest, most diverse and most history-laden region, and the wines that come from here are among the state's most delicious. The federal government approved the Yakima Valley as the Pacific Northwest's first American Viticultural Area in 1983, but its viticultural history stretches decades earlier. Indeed, it's easy to see why the Yakima … [Read more...] about Washington’s diverse, delicious Yakima Valley
Tinhorn Creek Vineyards announces 2016 concert series
OLIVER, British Columbia - Tinhorn Creek Vineyards, one of the most visitor-friendly wineries in the Okanagan Valley, has announced the return of its Canadian Concert Series this summer. The series features music from some of Canada's top talent, all in the comfort of the winery's amphitheater, which is next to the award-winning winery. The concert series kicks off May 28 … [Read more...] about Tinhorn Creek Vineyards announces 2016 concert series