itä wines winemaker Kelsey Itämeri sticks to her guns

By |2023-01-20T06:00:10-07:00December 17th, 2021|

In recent years, a number of producers in Washington have explored a different style for the state, one that involves picking significantly earlier than the norm and focusing more intently on acidity. One example is a new winery in Walla Walla Valley called itä wines.“My palate tends more toward a lighter, more acid driven style of wine,” Read more...

Six myths about Washington wine

By |2023-01-20T06:00:10-07:00December 16th, 2021|

Washington is the nation’s second-largest wine-producing state, with more than 1,000 wineries and 60,000 acres of grape vines. Despite its standing and influence, many misconceptions persist. Here are the top six. Myth #1: You’ve got the wrong Washington When we talk about “Washington wine,” we’re talking about Washington State, not Washington, D.C. While some might assume this Read more...

Elizabeth Bourcier appointed resident vigneronne at Bionic Wines

By |2023-03-25T16:49:52-07:00December 15th, 2021|

On Friday Christophe Baron, founder and vigneron at Bionic Wines, announced the promotion of Elizabeth Bourcier from assistant vigneron to resident vigneron for all of the estate’s Walla Walla Valley brands. Bourcier will now have primary responsibility for crafting some the world’s most sought after and highly acclaimed wines, including those from Cayuse Vineyards, Horsepower Vineyards, Hors Catégorie Vineyards, Read more...

Woodinville gets a new tasting hub

By |2023-01-20T06:00:15-07:00December 13th, 2021|

Already home to over 130 wineries and tasting rooms, Woodinville is about to get a new destination. Four wineries announced they will be opening tasting rooms in 2022 in a newly constructed building by the old Red Hook Brewery. These wineries are Mark Ryan, Long Shadows, Fidélitas, and Latta.“We've done really good things in existing buildings with a kind Read more...

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