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Chef, historian, woodworker launches new Seattle winery, Cloudlift
Tom Stangeland used the art of cooking to work his way through the University of Washington, and he’s…
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Washington wineries giving Cabernet Franc a chance to stand on its own
As a grape variety, Cabernet Franc has neither the pedigree nor the adoration of cabernet sauvignon.
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Nothing petite about bold red wines from Petite Sirah grape
Fans of California red wines no doubt have run across a Petite Sirah or two, but the wine…
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Richland winery betting on Malbec as a winning wine
After a couple of false starts, Hamilton Cellars in Richland, got rolling a year ago — and already…
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Red wines from the red-roofed barn in Walla Walla
Few images of Pacific Northwest wine country are as iconic as the red-roofed barn just off Mill Creek…
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Oregon winery’s Paramour built on Spanish tradition of reserve Tempranillos
Abacela founder Earl Jones says proudly, “This is the wine we came to Oregon to make.”
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Judges pick ‘the best of the best’ of Northwest wines for 2011
In November, Wine Press Northwest magazine conducted its 12th annual Platinum Judging, which we have dubbed “the best…
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B.C. winery making white wines worth a trip across the border
If you haven’t heard of Gehringer Brothers Estate Winery, do not fret because you are not alone.
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Domaine Ste. Michelle making award-winning and affordable sparklers
When it comes to celebrating, few wines in the Northwest are more affordable, available and worthy than the…
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Pasco winery turned soured business deal into sweet success
Jeff Gordon is now into his fourth decade of growing wine grapes on top of a cliff overlooking…
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Oregon winemaker fighting elements and cancer to make gorgeous Pinot Noirs
Winemakers throughout the Pacific Northwest struggled with weather during this fall’s trying harvest, but the winemaker for Willamette…
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Eight holiday gift suggestions for the wine lover
We are fully engaged in the Christmas season, so now is a great time to start thinking about…
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Fidelitas owner becomes a ‘Wine Boss’
Charlie Hoppes finds it hard to believe next year will be his 25th vintage in Washington. Fans of…