Radio That Tastes Good
Name: Greg Harrington Location: Seattle & Walla Walla Winery: Gramercy Cellars How long have you been at this: 6 years 1. Who or what inspired you to become a winemaker? A trip to Washington. Visiting Walla Walla, we realized that one could make earthy balanced wines. We decided to retire there in the future. This quickly became “let’s [...]
If you’ve been a reader of TableTalk for a while you know that we love Oysters, especially when paired with a good wine. Each year we eagerly anticipate the announcement of the annual Pacific Coast Oyster Wine Competition. Sponsored by Taylor Shellfish, wineries from California, Oregon and Washington were invited to submit their best “oyster [...]
Name: Gordon Venneri Location: 225 Vineyard Lane, Walla Walla, WA 99362 Winery: Walla Walla Vintners How long have you been at this: Commercially since 1995, Hobbyist since 1981 1. Who or what inspired you to become a winemaker? In the summer of 1981 I travelled to Europe including Italy for 6 weeks. I learned to [...]
In the age of smart phones and mobile apps information is right at your fingertips. Whether in the grocery store looking for reviews and pairing or out in wine country looking for a tasting room these apps will direct you where to go. iPairings $0.99 Featuring more than 130 wines and 1,400 foods, this app [...]
Name: Brian Carter Location: Woodinville, WA Winery: Brian Carter Cellars 1. Who or what inspired you to become a winemaker? I was inspired to become a winemaker when I met several winemakers in the Willamette Valley in the 70’s including David Lett, Bill Fuller, Dick Erath and Ron Vuylsteke. 2. If you weren’t working with wine [...]
After spring holidays the only thing we can think about is how a nice glass of Rosé sounds. Maybe it’s the spring vegetables and the lighter seasonal meals or the longer days and the warmer weather, but sometimes Rosé just hits the spot. Washington Rosés are in a class by themselves in terms of style [...]
BONUS! Hear Bob Betz’s take on the Washington Wine industry on TableTalk Radio! Name: Bob Betz, MS Location: Woodinville, WA Winery: Betz Family Winery What do you think Washington wines will be known for in 25 years, as compared to now? Cabernet Sauvignon, our greatest grape, Syrah, a close second, and Riesling. Who in the industry [...]
Taste Washington, the nation’s largest single-region wine event; a signature event for the Washington wine industry is upon us. There is so much going on over the course of the now 2-day tasting we want to point out a few can’t-miss selections. Two-days to taste allows for more thoughtful tasting plus no more rushing around [...]
Name: Christian Sparkman Location: Woodinville, WA Winery: Sparkman Cellars 1. Who or what inspired you to become a winemaker? The birth of our first child, Stella Mae, inspired us to create a family business and an environment of family focused life. It’s worked out nicely. 2. If you weren’t working with wine what do you [...]
One of the more anticipated wine tasting events on the Eastside is just around the corner and we have your guide to attending Passport to Woodinville. Purchasing tickets to this event will allow you to taste at more than 30 participating wineries including: Airfield Estates Winery Anton Ville Winery Apex at Alder Ridge Brian Carter [...]
