Raise Your Glass to the Auction of Washington Wines

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Big changes are in store for the next Auction of Washington Wines event (celebrating 25 years in 2012). It’s on our calendar (and we want to make sure it’s on yours too – August 16-18, 2012). In celebration of the event’s silver anniversary  here’s what we’re drinking this week: 2008 Betz Family Pere de Famille [...]

It’s Going to Be a Long Harvest

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It’s the middle of October in Washington, which can only mean one it’s rainy and cold in Eastern Washington…wait, WHAT?! That’s right, it’s been an interesting harvest this year. Washington wine insider Paul Gregutt (The Seattle Times Wine Advisor Columnist and Wine Enthusiast Contributing Editor) explains it best in a recent blog post on paulgregutt.com [...]

Washington Wines Make the Grade

Washington Wines are #1

Washington wines and wineries are bringing home the awards, claiming spots on Top 100 lists (Wine & Spirits and Wine Enthusiast) and regional awards (Sunset Magazine). We are still waiting patiently for the Wine Spectator Top 100 Wines of the Year list to be released (and crossing our fingers that another Washington wine lands at [...]

I (HEART) My Washington Wines

I Love My Washington Wine

I admit it. I LOVE my Washington wine. From the perfectly balanced Rieslings and crisp Sauvignon Blancs to the fruit forward Merlots and sexy Syrahs; and let’s not forget all the fabulous blends, Washington makes a wine for everyone. With more than 700 wineries and thousands of individual wines, admitting you love Washington wines is [...]

Washington Wines Still “Winning” in New York

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I had the opportunity this past weekend to present Washington wines at the first annual Lamb Jam Masters event in New York City.  It was super fun for me to be behind the table pouring and chatting it up with attendees. I was also there to support the Best in Show winner from last year’s [...]

Canoe Ridge Estate Celebrates 20 Years

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Eastern Washington is the perfect destination for wine lovers and we can’t think of a better reason to go this summer than the free tour of Canoe Ridge Estate Vineyards in Paterson. In honor of the vineyards 20th anniversary, Chateau Ste. Michelle will be offering public tastings between now and October 15, 2011. Guests are [...]

Wine Wednesday with Wine Scout

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Monika Hoffmann (aka Wine Scout) always has something good in her glass and now she will be sharing that with you as she joins the Table Talk Radio contributors list.  Welcome Scout, what’s been in your glass lately? Montinore Estate Almost Dry Riesling 2009, Willamette Valley $14.00 I decided to take advantage of the (fleetingly) [...]

Merlot Gone Mad

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Merlot is Washington State’s secret weapon grape varietal. At Merlot Gone Mad you can learn why through education and tasting while enjoying merlot-friendly foods.