Eric Degerman and Andy Perdue

Northwest Wine: Leavenworth is a wonderland for wine lovers

Northwest Wine: Leavenworth is a wonderland for wine lovers

More than 20 wineries now operate tasting rooms in the Barvarian-themed town.

Northwest Wine: Leavenworth is a wonderland for wine lovers
Northwest Wine: Exploring state’s Cascade Valley wine region

Northwest Wine: Exploring state’s Cascade Valley wine region

Famous for its apples and cherries, more and more vineyards are being planted in the Cascades.

Northwest Wine: Exploring state’s Cascade Valley wine region
Pacific Northwest ranks 4th in world’s best wine regions

Pacific Northwest ranks 4th in world’s best wine regions

Together, Washington and Oregon have 11 wines on Wine Spectator magazine’s yearly Top 100 list.

Pacific Northwest ranks 4th in world’s best wine regions
Red blends are among Washington’s most interesting wines

Red blends are among Washington’s most interesting wines

If there is any thread of continuity with this type of red wine, it is often the inclusion of syrah.

Red blends are among Washington’s most interesting wines
Northwest Wine: State’s cabernet sauvignon coming into its own

Northwest Wine: State’s cabernet sauvignon coming into its own

This bold red wine features a uniquely Washington style that was 10 years in the making.

Northwest Wine: State’s cabernet sauvignon coming into its own
Riesling the perfect bottle of wine for your holiday table

Riesling the perfect bottle of wine for your holiday table

Germany’s noble white grape is versatile and offers crowd-pleasing flavors.

Riesling the perfect bottle of wine for your holiday table
Northwest Wine: Pinot noir an ideal wine for Thanksgiving

Northwest Wine: Pinot noir an ideal wine for Thanksgiving

The state of Oregon has become world-famous for its work with the red grape.

Northwest Wine: Pinot noir an ideal wine for Thanksgiving
Stock up on these inexpensive Northwest reds for holidays

Stock up on these inexpensive Northwest reds for holidays

Top off your wine cellar with some less-expensive bottles before the party season starts.

Stock up on these inexpensive Northwest reds for holidays
Stock up on inexpensive white wines for the holiday season

Stock up on inexpensive white wines for the holiday season

Northwest Wine experts share some of their favorite whites all available for $15 or less.

Stock up on inexpensive white wines for the holiday season
Northwest Wine: Cabernet franc good fit in Washington vineyards

Northwest Wine: Cabernet franc good fit in Washington vineyards

The late ripener, harvested around Halloween, is best known as a classic Bordeaux variety.

Northwest Wine: Cabernet franc good fit in Washington vineyards
Northwest Wine: Pinot gris remains Oregon’s flagship white

Northwest Wine: Pinot gris remains Oregon’s flagship white

The grapes were first planted in Oregon by Northwest wine pioneer David Lett in 1965.

Northwest Wine: Pinot gris remains Oregon’s flagship white
Idaho’s underdog wine industry is worthy of your attention

Idaho’s underdog wine industry is worthy of your attention

The Gem State plays the “little guy” role well, producing fascinating reds, whites and roses.

Idaho’s underdog wine industry is worthy of your attention
Anything but…? Chardonnay is No. 1 in Washington state

Anything but…? Chardonnay is No. 1 in Washington state

Not only is the white grape our favorite, it ranks as the No. 1 wine sold in the United States.

Anything but…? Chardonnay is No. 1 in Washington state
Washington’s Ancient Lakes region is home to renowned wines

Washington’s Ancient Lakes region is home to renowned wines

Its cool climate and caliche soils allows for growing grapes that make for distinctive vino.

Washington’s Ancient Lakes region is home to renowned wines
Oregon wine country is embracing the challenges of syrah

Oregon wine country is embracing the challenges of syrah

Oregonian winemakers like the warm-climate grape because it’s more robust than pinot noir.

Oregon wine country is embracing the challenges of syrah
Washington is home to affordable and delicious riesling

Washington is home to affordable and delicious riesling

Try these Columbia Valley wines, with beautiful flavors and perfect balance, for $15 or less.

Washington is home to affordable and delicious riesling
Wine lovers’ thirst for sauvignon blanc continues to grow here

Wine lovers’ thirst for sauvignon blanc continues to grow here

It is the No. 4 white grape in Washington, after riesling, chardonnay and pinot gris.

Wine lovers’ thirst for sauvignon blanc continues to grow here
British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley a mecca for wine lovers

British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley a mecca for wine lovers

If you’ve already toured Washington, Oregon and Idaho’s wine regions, put Canada’s on your bucket list.

British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley a mecca for wine lovers
Washington Wine Hall of Fame to induct Dick and Wendy Shaw

Washington Wine Hall of Fame to induct Dick and Wendy Shaw

The couple will be celebrated at the Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center in Prosser.

Washington Wine Hall of Fame to induct Dick and Wendy Shaw
Washington’s wine aficionados have renewed interest in syrah

Washington’s wine aficionados have renewed interest in syrah

Syrahs may be poised for a comeback, as more and more are drinking the red wine.

Washington’s wine aficionados have renewed interest in syrah