Sean P. Sullivan - Washington Wine Report Note: Site has moved to www.northwestwinereport.com

A round-up of stories on Washington wine from March 8th to 14th. Read previous round-ups here.


From around the country…

The San Francisco Chronicle writes about Washington considering wine tastings at farmer’s markets.

Aspen Daily News writes about Charles Smith.

Gary V at Wine Library TV talks with Dave Butner from Woodinville’s Kaella Winery.

Wine Business.com writes about a new SVP-National Sales Manager for Ste. Michelle Wine Estates.

Business Week writes about Washington considering wine tastings at Farmers Markets.


From the blogosphere…

Paul Gregutt gives an update on Walla Walla wineries caught selling liquor to minors. He also writes about Soos Creek.

Wine Foot writes about the Minnesota Food and Wine Experience.

Palate Press writes about the 2004 Fidelitas Optu.

Northwest Cork & Fork travels to Walla Walla.

Vinesse Today writes about the purchase of Canoe Ridge and Sageland by Precept.

Jacksonville Wine Guide writes about the Hedges 2008 CMS Red.

Pop & Pour writes about the 2004 Leonetti Cellar Merlot.

Vinotology gives the March 11^th The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly.

Lucha Vino compares Washington Pinot to Burgundy.

Wine Saints writes about Efeste’s Ceidleigh.

Sips & The City writes about the Seattle Food and Wine Experience.

Nectar Tasting Room & Wine Blog writes about Spokane wine events in March.

Woodinville Wine Update writes about mimosas at Apex at Alder Ridge. Shona also writes about upcoming events and talks with Hillary Sjolund of Sonoris Winery.

Wine Peeps writes about Ciel du Cheval. They also review WineTrails of Walla Walla.

WINO Magazine writes about El Gaucho’s Legendary Swirl.

Wine and Beer of Washington State asks what wine and tattoos have in common.


From the locals…

Renton Patch writes about Cedar River Cellars.

The Bellingham Herald writes about Woodinville wineries.

The Olympian writes about Bookwalter.

KEPRTV writes that three Walla Walla wineries won’t be fined for alcohol violations.

KIRO Radio writes about Taste Washington. They also ask whether Washington wine is on the edge of greatness.

Writing for the Seattle Times, Paul Gregutt writes about red blends from Washington.

The Tri-City Herald writes about Zerba Cellars.

The Walla Walla Union Bulletin writes about charges being dropped against three Walla Walla wineries (Note: Requires subscription).

OregonLive.com writes about the 2008 Seven Hills Cabernet Sauvignon.

My Vine Spot writes about the Wines of Substance 2009 Cabernet Franc.

The Oregon Wine Blog writes that March is Washington wine month.

The Enterprise writes about Grace Cellars.


Leftovers (posts missed from previous weeks)…

Wines & Vines writes about a couple’s trouble getting a case of wine they purchased at a barrel tasting.

Wine Press NW writes that Bob Betz is willing to wager on Washington Syrah.

Pairing Up writes about Beresan’s The Buzz.


That's all folks!