It was drier and a warmer-than-average month of August throughout Pacific Northwest vineyards, and that is forecast to continue through September, according to acclaimed climate researcher Greg Jones. Jones continues to study the effects of climate change on vineyards throughout the world while serving as the CEO for Abacela, his family's winery and vineyard in Roseburg, … [Read more...] about Despite hot August, 2022 vintage behind for much of Northwest
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Northwest vineyards enter August as much as 12 days behind normal
As July headed into August, records for high temperatures were set throughout the Pacific Northwest, but for a number of growers, the slow start to this season still has the 2022 vintage on a trajectory not seen in recent years. Some areas are faring better than others, however, according to acclaimed climate researcher Gregory V. Jones. "Wine regions in western Oregon … [Read more...] about Northwest vineyards enter August as much as 12 days behind normal
Behind the Tasting Bar: Step out rather than call for a Cab
“Let’s just get a bottle of Cab.” Ah yes, employing the use of the safe nickname to avoid pronunciation mishaps. It is an acceptable and reliable strategy, however, it is time to up your game. Many wine consumers steer clear of mentioning, reading or recalling the names of and/or drinking wines they cannot pronounce, but it is time to get brave and venture … [Read more...] about Behind the Tasting Bar: Step out rather than call for a Cab
Idaho bubblehouse 3100 Cellars tops 10th annual Cascadia International Wine Competition
RICHLAND, Wash. — When the 3100 Cellars 2017 Whitewater methode Champenoise won the Cascadia International Wine Competition sweepstakes by a landslide vote, it meant the judging panel had selected a wine from Idaho as best of show for the second straight year. And for the first time in the event’s 10-year history, a bottle of bubbles burst through as the top wine of the … [Read more...] about Idaho bubblehouse 3100 Cellars tops 10th annual Cascadia International Wine Competition
Barnard Griffin rosé again leads NW producers at San Francisco Chronicle judging
CLOVERDALE, Calif. — Family-owned Barnard Griffin Winery in Richland, Wash., rose to the top of the field of 176 rosé wines as the 2021 Rosé of Sangiovese captured the sweepstakes award at the 2022 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. “Beats a nail in the foot!” quipped founding winemaker Rob Griffin. “I’m pleased that we won with a robust color.” It marked the … [Read more...] about Barnard Griffin rosé again leads NW producers at San Francisco Chronicle judging