This week, Southern Oregon University in Ashland released a combined 2011 winery and vineyard report. Digging into the numbers reveals some interesting finds. For example: While Oregon increased its number of wineries from 419 to 463, the growth was everywhere except the state's traditional region: the North Willamette Valley. In fact, the area where most of Oregon's … [Read more...] about Looking deeper at the Oregon wine industry
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Oregon-grown Long ranks among ‘Most Powerful Women in Wine’
London-based The Drinks Business magazine is counting down its "Top 50 Most Powerful Women in Wine" on its website, and Oregon native Zelma Long earned a spot on the list at No. 35. Viewed as one of the world's top winemaking consultants, Long grew up in The Dalles, Ore., graduated from Oregon State University in 1965 and became just the second woman to enroll for a master's … [Read more...] about Oregon-grown Long ranks among ‘Most Powerful Women in Wine’
Walla Walla wine road shows in 2013
The Walla Walla Valley Wine Alliance released more information today regarding its 2013 public tastings in Portland and Seattle. The Portland event ($60 + service fee) is scheduled for Monday, Feb. 25 at Pure Space in the Pearl District, and proceeds will benefit the charities of the Classic Wine Auction. The Seattle show ($50 + service fee) is Monday, March 11 in Marion … [Read more...] about Walla Walla wine road shows in 2013