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What’s in Our Glasses Lately? 26 Aug 2013 | 03:32 am
In the past couple of weeks, we have particularly enjoyed three bottles of red wine — two from Washington state and one from Carlton, Oregon. 2008 Barrage Cellars Double Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon We...
Long Shadows Scores for Charity 19 Aug 2013 | 04:38 am
At the Auction of Washington Wines Barrel Auction and Picnic last week, Long Shadows winemaker Gilles Nicault captured the highest bid — $3,000 for a case of a special Cabernet Sauvignon, bottled just...
Big Papa, Big Red Wine 12 Aug 2013 | 02:19 am
It’s no secret that over the years, we’ve become friends with the wonderful folks at Efeste. And it’s also not a secret that we love Efeste wines. So when we opened a bottle of 2010 Big Papa Old Bloc...
L’Ecole 41 Scores Again: Estate Cab Franc 4 Aug 2013 | 01:27 am
We’ve been fans of L’Ecole No. 41 premium wines for decades. As the third-oldest winery in Washington state, L’Ecole No. 41 has been making consistently good wine since long before the state became ho...
Picnic & Barrel Auction 28 Jul 2013 | 11:48 pm
August brings one of our favorite summer wine events — the Auction of Washington Wines and its Picnic & Barrel Auction on the scenic grounds of Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery. On Aug. 15, more than 100...
What’s in Our Glass? 22 Jul 2013 | 01:11 am
Summertime means warm, lazy evenings on the deck and tasty weekend BBQs. And what better accompaniment than a crisp Sauvignon Blanc, a medium-bodied Pinot Noir or a robust Cabernet Sauvignon? Yes, th...
Time to Enjoy the Chateau Ste. Michelle Summer Concert Series 14 Jul 2013 | 10:41 pm
You know it’s truly summer when Chateau Ste. Michelle is alive with the sound of music. We attend one of the concerts at the scenic outdoor amphitheater every year, and regardless of whom we see, we h...
A Long Weekend in Carlton Wine Country 8 Jul 2013 | 03:46 am
Carlton Wine Country in Oregon is a perfect getaway from Seattle, not only because of its close proximity but also because of the friendly people, the warm hospitality and naturally, the fine wine. W...
Carmel Valley 24 Jun 2013 | 02:19 am
Our first visit to Carmel Valley wine country brought a discovery of unknown yet delightful wines, in addition to some educational and fun conversations with winemakers, winery owners and tasting room...
2013 Legends Winemaker 14 Jun 2013 | 03:49 am
Congratulations to Greg Lipsker, co-owner of Barrister Winery in Spokane, who was chosen as the winemaker to create the blend for 2013 Legends of Washington Wine Gala, an annual fundraising program in...
