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8 wines that show the range of Washington Merlot
Merlot plays a minor role in just about every important wine region in the world. The primary exception…
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8 top-notch Italian reds
Italy’s winemaking history goes back millennia, and today the Mediterranean country produces about a third of all the…
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10 affordable white wines to pair with everyday dinners
It might not be fashionable to wear white after Labor Day, but it is perfectly acceptable to drink…
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8 tasty but affordable red wines for weeknight dinners
It’s midweek, and you are rushing to get dinner on the table. It’s not a particularly special meal,…
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Harbinger Winery is just one of owner’s adventures
Sara Gagnon can’t quite decide if she is a kayaking winemaker or a winemaking kayaker. Either way, she…
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Seek out these 10 enjoyable Chardonnays
Chardonnay is America’s favorite wine, and it’s No. 1 in Washington, one of the state’s “big four” wine…
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Charity auction is among winemaker’s successes
Allen Shoup came into the Washington wine industry at a fortunate time, and he believes he has benefited…
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Weather looks promising for grape harvest
It has been an interesting half-decade for Northwest grape growers and winemakers, and it looks at this point…
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Ross Andrew founder learned from good teachers
When Ross Mickel became interested in wine, he was surrounded by plenty of people willing to help.
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With over 30 labels, Precept Wine has a long reach
You won’t see the name “Precept” on any labels, yet Precept Wine in Seattle is one of the…
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Wine just one of pilot’s adventures
Greg Martinez leads an exciting life, and winemaking only adds to the layers of intrigue.
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Five Rieslings worth a Rendezvous
Arguably, Riesling is the most important white wine in the world. And starting today, many of the world’s…
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Maryhill Winery showcases its favorite vineyards
Maryhill Winery owner Craig Leuthold has never been one to sit still, and now he has a new…
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For top-notch dry rose wines, look to Oregon
Many Northwest wineries are crafting dry, crisp roses. Some of the best are coming from Oregon and its…
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5 favorite Washington rose wines to enjoy this summer
Roses are superb wines. Great roses are beautiful to gaze upon, and they are so delicious to drink,…
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Seven super white wines for summer
Summer in the Pacific Northwest means spending more time outdoors and cooking with regional ingredients. This is why…
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Riesling’s revival started at Chateau Ste. Michelle
Just 15 years ago, Riesling was barely of importance in Washington state. Certainly, it was a high-production variety…
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10 affordable red wines for summer
What defines the start of summer for you? A date on a calendar? Memorial Day weekend? The first…
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Canoe Ridge Vineyard is back in action
Canoe Ridge Vineyard is back, thanks to a Seattle company that rescued the longtime Walla Walla winery.
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Need a good Cabernet Sauvignon? Here are 8
The Northwest, particularly Washington, has distinguished itself in recent years as a prime region for the king of…