Category Archives: New Northwest Wine Recommendations
Riesling Makes A Comeback
Like clothing and hairstyles, wines seem to fall in and out of fashion. Pinot noir has been a popular choice as of late. A decade ago, merlot was the “in” wine to be drinking, and in the 80’s chardonnay was the undisputed favorite of any wine fashionista. Now it’s rieslings turn. Back in the 70’s, […]
Two Notable Food & Wine Events Featured in November
Two of my favorite fall food and wine events are coming in November – one local, one not quite so local – but neither should be missed, even if you have only a passing interest in wines. Bellingham Bay Rotary Club will host its annual Grape and Gourmet event on November 4 at the Bellingham […]
Take a Trip to the San Juan Islands for Beautiful Scenery, Wine Tasting
I recently paid a visit to San Juan Island and decided to forego the scenic, but lengthy ferry ride from Anacortes and take a flight out of Bellingham. In addition to some spectacular views of the islands and Mount Baker, the flight is relatively inexpensive – and fast. On the return flight it took only […]
Community College Provides Both Education and Good Wines
College Cellars is one of the only two-year teaching commercial wineries in the United States and Washingtonians will be pleased to know that the production facility is located at Walla Walla Community College. Now I know what you’re thinking. This wine can’t be any good…it’s made by a bunch of college students. But after a […]
Mount Vernon’s Carpenter Creek Winery Expands, Matures, and Provides Great European-Style Wines
Following the progress of a newer winery can be a bit like watching a rambunctious teenager mature into a responsible adult. Such is the case with Mount Vernon’s Carpenter Creek Winery, which is now in its seventh year of production. Since my last visit about three years ago, the tasting room has expanded, a picnic […]