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    Northwest Wines
    A crew mechanically harvests grapes on the western edge of the Wahluke Slope, one of the most important regions for the Washington wine industry. (Andy Perdue/Great Northwest Wine)
    Wahluke Slope plays key role for Washington wineries
    By Andy Perdue and Eric Degerman Northwest Wines • February 6, 2018 1:30 am

    The Wahluke Slope is in a remote and arid section of Washington wine country, an 80,000-acre region that was federally…

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    The Malbec block at Seven Hills Vineyard in the Walla Walla Valley was one of the first blocks planted in Pacific Northwest. (Andy Perdue/Great Northwest Wine)
    Washington Malbec growth continues
    By Eric Degerman and Andy Perdue Great Northwest Wine • January 26, 2018 1:30 am

    The global phenomenon swirling around Malbec continues to pick up in Washington wine country, too.

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    Affordable Thanksgiving wines | Northwest Wine
    Affordable Thanksgiving wines | Northwest Wine
    By Eric Degerman and Andy Perdue Great Northwest Wine • November 8, 2017 1:30 am

    We’re just weeks from Thanksgiving, and wine lovers are starting to think about what wines will be in their holiday…

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    The Ponzi family continues to rank among the Northwest’s top producers of Pinot Gris. (Photo courtesy of Ponzi Vineyards)
    Pinot Gris rules whites in Oregon | Northwest...
    By Eric Degerman and Andy Perdue Great Northwest Wine • October 31, 2017 1:30 am

    For the past 15 years, Pinot Gris has been Oregon’s go-to white wine grape. With more than 15,000 tons harvested…

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    Dick Boushey, a viticulturist on Red Mountain, was named the Washington State Wine Commission’s Grower of the Year in 2002 and Grower of the Year by Wine & Spirits Magazine in 2007. (Photo by Richard Duval Images)
    Red Mountain continues to rise in prominence
    August 29, 2017 2:00 pm

    Red Mountain continues to rise in prominence

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    Walla Walla Valley continues to build its reputation with reds
    Walla Walla Valley continues to build its reputation...
    By Eric Degerman and Andy Perdue Great Northwest Wine • August 25, 2017 3:00 pm

    During the past four decades, the Walla Walla Valley has earned its reputation as a top producer of red wines.

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    Merlot remains straight up delicious | Northwest Wine
    Merlot remains straight up delicious | Northwest Wine
    By Eric Degerman and Andy Perdue Great Northwest Wine • August 18, 2017 1:30 am

    It’s been 13 years since the movie “Sideways” told filmgoers to not drink Merlot. It’s time to get over it….

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    Warm, remote Wahluke Slope attracts more attention
    Warm, remote Wahluke Slope attracts more attention
    By Eric Degerman and Andy Perdue Great Northwest Wine • July 31, 2017 1:30 am

    MATTAWA, Washington – The Wahluke Slope is a dusty, often forgotten corner of Washington wine country. In reality, it is…

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    Washington Riesling not just a Ste. Michelle thing
    Washington Riesling not just a Ste. Michelle thing
    By Eric Degerman and Andy Perdue Great Northwest Wine • July 21, 2017 10:00 am

    When most folks hear “Riesling” and “Washington” in the same sentence, they might automatically insert “Chateau Ste. Michelle.” And there…

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    Malbec shines under Columbia Valley’s sunshine
    Malbec shines under Columbia Valley’s sunshine
    July 14, 2017 1:30 am

    Malbec has become a key variety in Washington wine country the past decade or so, producing some of the most…

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    Viognier continues to seduce winemakers
    Viognier continues to seduce winemakers
    By Leslie Kelly • July 7, 2017 1:30 am

    Northwest Wine: Viognier continues to seduce Washington winemakers

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    Northwest Wine: Grenache shines at Walla Walla Wine Competition
    Northwest Wine: Grenache shines at Walla Walla Wine...
    By Leslie Kelly • July 2, 2017 8:30 am

    WALLA WALLA — Victor Palencia, a wunderkind of the Washington wine industry, paced the fifth annual Walla Walla Valley Wine…

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    One of the Pacific Northwest’s leading bottlings of any white wine touches on a number of the reasons why Chardonnay is No. 1 among many Americans. (Chateau Ste. Michelle/Contributed)
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    By Rose McAvoy Great Northwest Wine • May 26, 2017 1:30 am

    With the arrival of sunny skies across the Pacific Northwest, it’s that time of year when we want to always…

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    Cascadia Wine Competition helps identify region’s best
    Cascadia Wine Competition helps identify region’s best
    By Rose McAvoy Great Northwest Wine • April 14, 2017 5:30 am

    That miserable winter has transitioned into a slow start to spring in the Pacific Northwest, but the wines in our…

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    Syrah is playing a key role in Northwest red blends | Northwest Wines
    Syrah is playing a key role in Northwest...
    By Andy Perdue and Eric Degerman Northwest Wines • March 18, 2017 1:30 am

    After Australia flooded the U.S. market with inexpensive and uninteresting Shiraz, Syrah has been a tough sell with consumers.

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    Red Willow Vineyard in the western end of the Yakima Valley is topped by the iconic chapel that stands as a tribute to the late Monsignor Mulcahy, a cherished friend of vineyard owner Mike Sauer. (Eric Degerman/Great Northwest Wine)
    Northwest Wine: Yakima Valley remains the cradle of...
    By Rose McAvoy Great Northwest Wine • March 10, 2017 8:30 pm

    The Yakima Valley is the heart of the Washington wine industry. It is dripping with history, leading us to dub…

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    Fascination grows for Walla Walla wines | Northwest Wines
    Fascination grows for Walla Walla wines | Northwest...
    By Andy Perdue and Eric Degerman Northwest Wines • February 8, 2017 1:30 am

    In the past decade, the Walla Walla Valley has developed into a winemaking and wine-touring destination, thanks to the large…

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    Riesling remains an overlooked gem in Oregon
    Riesling remains an overlooked gem in Oregon
    January 13, 2017 1:30 am

    One of the most underrated wine categories in the Northwest wine country is that of Oregon Riesling. Because of the…

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    Delicious whites from 17th Platinum Judging | Northwest Wines
    Delicious whites from 17th Platinum Judging | Northwest...
    By Andy Perdue and Eric Degerman Northwest Wines • January 2, 2017 1:30 am

    Last week, we reviewed some of the top red wines from the 17th annual Platinum Judging, conducted by Wine Press…

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    Winemaker Flint Nelson pours a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon from Wit Cellars. Nelson has been a Washington winemaker for 25 years.                                  Andy Perdue / Great Northwest Wine
    Wit Cellars in Prosser showcases camaraderie, talent
    December 14, 2016 1:30 am

    PROSSER — Wit Cellars in Prosser went from zero to 1,300 cases in less than 12 months, but the wines…

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