Well into his third decade as the winemaker, David “Merf” Merfeld produced one of the most promising Merlots of our judging as Northstar celebrates the 20th anniversary of its vinification facility south of Walla Walla. A pair of Walla Walla Valley vineyards — Anna Marie and Spring Valley — were blended with acclaimed Shaw on Red Mountain and Four Feathers near Cold … [Read more...] about Northstar Winery 2019 Merlot, Columbia Valley $41.00
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The Miscreant Project 2018 The Right Bastard, Columbia Valley $19.00
Best Buy! TruthTeller Winery’s Chris and Dawn Loeliger recently launched this quirky, nicely priced tier, and credited their assistant winemaker Keith Whisenhunt with the winning blend of Merlot (80%) and Cabernet Sauvignon that emerged as one of the tasting’s highest scoring wines and a unanimous choice for a gold medal. It was no surprise considering its pedigree — Stillwater … [Read more...] about The Miscreant Project 2018 The Right Bastard, Columbia Valley $19.00
Tamarack Cellars 2017 Merlot, Columbia Valley $30.00
Danny Gordon continues to maintain the high standards of founding winemaker Ron Coleman with this darkly purple beauty from the brand that pays tribute to Walla Walla airport’s historic World War II firehouse. Napa-based Vintage Wine Estates invested wisely in Washington as its two brands in the state produced three of this tasting’s top examples of Merlot. This one comes … [Read more...] about Tamarack Cellars 2017 Merlot, Columbia Valley $30.00
The Big Celebration at Chris James Cellars (McMinnville)
We have a rather large achievement to announce, and want to share it with you! However, we’re holding it in until March, so we invite you to join us on Saturday, March 19th, 2022 at our McMinnville location to celebrate with us all day! Here are some key details: – The big announcement will happen at 2 pm with an appearance from Chris James himself – … [Read more...] about The Big Celebration at Chris James Cellars (McMinnville)
Walla Walla winery offers reward for missing dogs
MILTON-FREEWATER, Ore. - Cecil and Marilyn Zerba, owners of award-winning Zerba Cellars in the Walla Walla Valley town of Milton-Freewater, Ore., have offered a $1,000 reward as they continue searching for two winery dogs. "We are missing two of our best friends, Girl, a golden retriever and Bear, an Australian shepherd," the Zerbas said in an email to friends. "They … [Read more...] about Walla Walla winery offers reward for missing dogs