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Wahluke Slope plays key role for Washington wineries
The Wahluke Slope is in a remote and arid section of Washington wine country, an 80,000-acre region that…
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Washington Malbec growth continues
The global phenomenon swirling around Malbec continues to pick up in Washington wine country, too.
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Affordable Thanksgiving wines | Northwest Wine
We’re just weeks from Thanksgiving, and wine lovers are starting to think about what wines will be in…
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Pinot Gris rules whites in Oregon | Northwest Wine
For the past 15 years, Pinot Gris has been Oregon’s go-to white wine grape. With more than 15,000…
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Walla Walla Valley continues to build its reputation with reds
During the past four decades, the Walla Walla Valley has earned its reputation as a top producer of…
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Merlot remains straight up delicious | Northwest Wine
It’s been 13 years since the movie “Sideways” told filmgoers to not drink Merlot. It’s time to get…
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Warm, remote Wahluke Slope attracts more attention
MATTAWA, Washington - The Wahluke Slope is a dusty, often forgotten corner of Washington wine country. In reality,…
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Washington Riesling not just a Ste. Michelle thing
When most folks hear “Riesling” and “Washington” in the same sentence, they might automatically insert “Chateau Ste. Michelle.”…
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Malbec shines under Columbia Valley’s sunshine
Malbec has become a key variety in Washington wine country the past decade or so, producing some of…
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Viognier continues to seduce winemakers
Northwest Wine: Viognier continues to seduce Washington winemakers
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Northwest Wine: Grenache shines at Walla Walla Wine Competition
WALLA WALLA — Victor Palencia, a wunderkind of the Washington wine industry, paced the fifth annual Walla Walla…
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Bargain whites offer refreshment on warmer days | Northwest Wines
With the arrival of sunny skies across the Pacific Northwest, it’s that time of year when we want…
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Cascadia Wine Competition helps identify region’s best
That miserable winter has transitioned into a slow start to spring in the Pacific Northwest, but the wines…
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Syrah is playing a key role in Northwest red blends | Northwest Wines
After Australia flooded the U.S. market with inexpensive and uninteresting Shiraz, Syrah has been a tough sell with…
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Northwest Wine: Yakima Valley remains the cradle of Washington wine | Northwest Wines
The Yakima Valley is the heart of the Washington wine industry. It is dripping with history, leading us…
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Fascination grows for Walla Walla wines | Northwest Wines
In the past decade, the Walla Walla Valley has developed into a winemaking and wine-touring destination, thanks to…
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Riesling remains an overlooked gem in Oregon
One of the most underrated wine categories in the Northwest wine country is that of Oregon Riesling. Because…
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Delicious whites from 17th Platinum Judging | Northwest Wines
Last week, we reviewed some of the top red wines from the 17th annual Platinum Judging, conducted by…
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Wit Cellars in Prosser showcases camaraderie, talent
PROSSER — Wit Cellars in Prosser went from zero to 1,300 cases in less than 12 months, but…