The Northwest Chardonnay Renaissance
There is no question that Chardonnay is in the midst of a renaissance in the Northwest. As I wrote last year, you can’t call it a comeback because Chardonnay never really left. Despite the Anything But Chardonnay Read more...
A Yakima Valley Icon
The following article was written by Ryan Messer. Read previous articles by Messer here. Iconic. It is the first word that comes to mind when I think of DuBrul Vineyard. Some vineyards produce a single high Read more...
Is Washington ‘Home of the Blend?’
Unlike many major wine regions of the world, Washington has refused over the years to settle on one particular grape or style. While Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, and other varieties have all made their mark Read more...
2011 Vintage Rosé Round-up
Well folks, summer is finally upon us (right?). Yes, I know for wetsiders in Washington the season doesn’t officially begin until July 5th, but our eastern Washington counterparts have been baking in the summer sun Read more...
2006 Côte Bonneville Cabernet matches one record and breaks another
The good news...In the August 12th edition of the Wine Spectator Insider - an on-line newsletter that previews the magazine's upcoming print issue - Côte Bonneville's 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon received a 96 point rating. This Read more...