OKANAGAN FALLS, British Columbia - Wild Goose Vineyards in Okanagan Falls has received a record eighth Lieutenant Governor's Award for Excellence in British Columbia wines, this time for its 2012 Mystic River Vineyard Pinot Blanc. Only 12 wines out of 402 entries were recognized, and no small winery in the province has won as many Lt. Governor's Awards as Wild … [Read more...] about Mystic River site produces another award for Wild Goose Vineyards
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Washington wine grape growers dodge unusually wet weather
Washington wine grape growers want their vines to be happy, but the last week or so has delivered delirious weather that is bringing a bit too much abundance amid the grape vines. "We've gotten an inch of rain in the past three or four days," said Dick Boushey, owner of Boushey Vineyards in the Yakima Valley. "That's not a lot for Seattle." But it's about 15 percent of … [Read more...] about Washington wine grape growers dodge unusually wet weather
Celebrated geologist Pogue shares dirt on Napa, Walla Walla wines
WALLA WALLA, Wash. — Celebrate Walla Walla Valley Wine organizers didn't need to go far to find perhaps the best person in the world to compare Walla Walla Valley terroir to that of Napa Valley. Kevin Pogue, professor of geology at nearby Whitman College, served as the opening presenter as the Walla Walla, Wash., event. In the past decade, he's also developed into a … [Read more...] about Celebrated geologist Pogue shares dirt on Napa, Walla Walla wines
CapaBunga keeps bottles sealed for tomorrow night
There are many occasions where an entire bottle of wine is not consumed in one sitting, especially with couples who enjoy a glass or two with dinner. If the wine is topped with a screwcap, it's not much of a problem because it's easy enough to seal the bottle and put it in the fridge. However, if a wine is topped with a cork, there are some convenience issues. First, … [Read more...] about CapaBunga keeps bottles sealed for tomorrow night
Maryhill Winery adds Reserve Room, small-lot vineyard-designated reds
GOLDENDALE, Wash. - Maryhill Winery owner Craig Leuthold has never been one to sit still, and now he has a new lineup of vineyard-designated wines that not only allow his Columbia Gorge winery to showcase a new reserve tasting room, but also some of his favorite vineyards. Late last year, Leuthold and his winemaker, Richard Batchelor, released a group of wines they call "The … [Read more...] about Maryhill Winery adds Reserve Room, small-lot vineyard-designated reds