Category Archives: Heard Through the Grapevine
Columbia Hills is Washington’s 22nd American Viticulture Area
As reported by the Washington State Wine Commission: Columbia Hills is Washington’s newest American Viticultural Area (AVA). On August 17, 2026, the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) published the final rule to officially define the Columbia Hills AVA as a designated wine grape-growing region. Columbia Hills is located in south-central Washington between […]
In a World Where Tasting Room Experiences are Paramount, Everen Wines Tops the List
In an industry where well-made wines are mandatory for bringing in and keeping customers, wine consumers are increasingly asking for great experiences at the tasting room as well. That’s clearly the business model at one of Walla Walla’s newest wineries, Everen Wines, which absolutely hits it out of the park. Founder/Owners Matt Aksel and Hope […]
Martinez & Martinez Winery Celebrates 20th Harvest
As reported by the winery in Prosser, Washington: Winemaker Andrew (Drew) Martinez, and his father, Sergio Martinez, are busy scheduling their days in anticipation of the 2025 harvest. Drew and Sergio are no strangers to this delicate dance every fall – managing vineyardcrews, preparing the cellar, and clearing their schedules for long days. While they’vehad […]
Dumas Station Red Wines: In a Word, Outstanding!
Dumas Station Wines carries a Dayton, Washington address (population about 2,500), but it’s actually seven miles west of this small town and an easy 30-minute drive northeast of Walla Walla. Although it is a bit isolated, a road trip to this family-owned winery with it’s folksy/friendly atmosphere is just part of the package that makes […]
Be Sure to Try These Current Releases from Washington’s Sagemoor Estates
2022 Estate White Blend and 2021 Without Rehearsal – These nearly identical blends of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon from the White Bluffs AVA could not be more different on the palate. The White Blend was aged almost entirely in stainless, along with a small amount of concrete, and is light, bright, and lemony, with a […]