S. Central Washington Region Provides Wine Grapes for a Number of Wineries
Washington’s Horse Heaven Hills Appellation is one of those wine regions you may not have visited or know little about, but you’ve almost certainly tasted the wines made from the grapes that are grown there. Located in south central Washington, the appellation is tucked between the Yakima Valley to the north and the Columbia River […]
Vinostrology Brings the Wine Bar Atmosphere Back to Bellingham
In case you haven’t heard, Vinostrology Wine Lounge and Merchant opened in downtown Bellingham in late May. Add this to several other recently launched venues for wine, beer and spirits including BevX360, BevMo, and Seifert & Jones Wine Merchants, and local wine enthusiasts should have plenty to be happy about. Vinostrology sets itself apart by […]
Here’s a Trio of Superb California White Wines to Try
Last week I discussed the propensity of some people to overchill a white wine in the refrigerator or on ice before serving. But remember that most medium to full-bodied white wines, such as chardonnay, viognier, pinot gris and sauvignon blanc shouldn’t be served too cold, or you’ll cover up the fruit and floral flavors and […]
First Release Syrah
J&J Vintners First Release Syrah (about $22) – Sourced from Yakima Valley grapes, the inagural release from this Milton Freewater, Oregon winery offers plenty of dark plum and cherry fruits up front, a dash of black pepper and an underlying touch of smokiness on the finish. This doesn’t carry the brighter notes of acidity some […]
Not All White Wines Require Prolonged Chilling
A cool glass of white wine can be enjoyed any time of year, but it always seems to work best for sipping as the weather turns warmer. This prompts me to point out a common mistake when preparing to serve most medium and full-bodied white wines: over chilling. Serving a white wine too cold masks […]