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I write about Pacific Northwest wines and the people making them. I fell head over heels for Oregon wine ten years ago and continue to share my love of wines from this region since 2011.
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1y ago
The Winerabblers recently had the opportunity to sample 3 Bells Up Pinot noirs from the 2020 vintage. It was so interesting tasting them side-by-side-by-side, allowing us the chance to revisit each one several times. Matt and I discovered a thread of similarities, along with a few unique differences. This vintage was a rough one ..read more
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1y ago
Walla Walla Valley Winemakers Share Itinerary Series for the Fall Season WALLA WALLA, WA (September 21, 2022) – Walla Walla Valley Wine has unveiled the sixth annual Wander Walla Walla Valley Wine series of curated winemaker itineraries. Walla Walla Valley winemakers created custom itineraries focused on sharing their favorite Walla Walla spots, including beloved wineries ..read more
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1y ago
Oregon wine: 2021 Ridgecrest Estate Pinor noir rosé Ribbon Ridge Chehalem Mountains Willamette Valley Oregon 13.1% alcohol Empty bottle weight: 15.7 ounces // 446 grams Screwcap closure 126 cases produced // dry-farmed grapevines Made by second-generation winemaker Wynne Peterson-Nedry, using grapes planted by her father ..read more
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1y ago
L’Ecole No 41 is Awarded Top 100 Winery of the Year by Wine & Spirits Magazine WALLA WALLA, WA (August 23, 2022) – L’Ecole N° 41, one of the Walla Walla Valley’s founding wineries, has announced that Wine & Spirits Magazine has recognized it as a Top 100 Winery of the Year for 2022. This is ..read more
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1y ago
A is for Authentic Oregon wineries keep it real Frequently a buzzword in marketing, authenticity, we are taught, is essential to a successful brand. It’s been on my mind lately. I find it ironic that society must be reminded to act genuine and real. In this era of pervasive social media, I suppose it may ..read more
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1y ago
Bovine and wine: Wineries enlist farm animals for a variety of reasons After months of being cooped up, I’m ready to enjoy the outdoors. Lately, I’ve been craving wine and farm animals. Not eating them, but rather observing critters while sipping a glass of wine. Fortunately, that pastime is never very far away. Throughout Oregon, bucolic ..read more
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1y ago
In Memoriam: Russell Rainey Remembering the founder of Evesham Wood Vineyard and Winery Russell Rainey, founder of Evesham Wood Vineyard and Winery near Salem, died July 9. He was 70. Rainey was born February 1, 1952, in Monroe, Louisiana. Soon afterward, his family relocated to Pine Bluff, Arkansas, where he lived until graduating high school ..read more
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1y ago
Washington cider: Schilling Excelsior Imperial apple hard cider 8.5% alcohol 12 fl oz/375 ml can This cider is so versatile! Drink it by itself or pair it with food. Schilling describes their Excelsior Imperial apple as semi-sweet and I agree. However, it offers a fun ..read more
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1y ago
Craftwell Cocktails Grapefruit Paloma wine cocktail 10.5% alcohol 12 fl oz/355 ml can Made with real fruit, this canned wine cocktail is great for when you need a drink now! No need to play bartender– just pop the top and enjoy. You can see from ..read more
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1y ago
Oregon wine: 2021 Willamette Valley Vineyards Pinot blanc Tualatin Hills Willamette Valley Oregon 14.1% alcohol Empty bottle weight: 22.6 ounces // 642 grams Cork closure Whole-cluster // LIVE-certified & Salmon-safe The grapes in this wine come from Tualatin Estate Vineyard, a spot that holds a ..read more