Contributing Editor Position at Wine Enthusiast
I am delighted to announce that I have accepted a Contributing Editor position at Wine Enthusiast. At the magazine, among other things, I will be responsible for reviewing wines from the following areas:
Washington – Wines labeled with the following AVAs or regional designations as well as all Precept Wines.1
Ancient Lakes
Columbia Gorge
Horse Heaven Hills
Lake Chelan
Naches Heights
Rattlesnake Hills
Snipes Mountain
Wahluke Slope
Oregon – Wines labeled with the following AVA designations
Columbia Gorge
Southern Oregon
Applegate Valley
Red Hill Douglas County
Rogue Valley
Umpqua Valley
Canada – All regions
Idaho – All regions
As many of you may know, Wine Enthusiast Contributing Editor Paul Gregutt has previously covered these areas. My acceptance of this position should in no way be construed as Paul stepping back from his coverage of Northwest wines for the magazine. Rather, it is a reflection of the dramatic increase in wineries in these regions over the last twelve years – an increase of 800+ in Washington and Oregon alone. Quite simply, it is no longer possible for a single individual to cover this entire region. I should note that these changes also reflect a desire by Wine Enthusiast to increase its coverage worldwide.
This position will bring some changes to this site. What it means is that I will no longer be formally reviewing wines with these AVA designations in this space effective immediately to avoid any potential conflicts. I will, however, provide impressionistic notes on wines from these appellations occasionally (that is, notes with no formal rating) and will be republishing Wine Enthusiast scores here on occasion after they have gone to print. The latter will be obvious as there will be numerical scores and the notation ‘(Wine Enthusiast).’ (NB: I also will not be reviewing any wines for Wine Enthusiast that I have previously reviewed in this space).
For my readers, this will lead to a few oddities where some wines from a winery are reviewed here and others are reviewed at Wine Enthusiast given that so many wineries draw from multiple appellations across the Columbia Valley. This is, unfortunately, unavoidable, and I will do my best to draw attention to where this is the case.
However, I firmly believe that this position will only further enhance the depth of my coverage here, and I am honored and excited to have the opportunity to work for Wine Enthusiast and to work alongside Paul Gregutt covering Northwest wine. I look forward to having you with me on the journey!
Note: Wineries that wish to submit wines for review to Wine Enthusiast can read the magazine’s Tasting and Review FAQ here or visit winemag.com/contactus for more information about their Tasting and Review program. Wineries who wish to submit wines for review to Washington Wine Report may contact me directly at wawinereport@gmail.com.
1. Paul Gregutt is currently doing consulting work for Precept Wine and I will therefore be reviewing these wines regardless of their AVA designation.
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Sean P. Sullivan is the editor of Washington Wine Report and a contributing editor at Wine Enthusiast magazine, covering Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Canada. He has been writing about and reviewing Northwest wine since 2005.
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Congratulation, Sean! I don't read your blog as much as I would like but you are very deserving of this. You have a discerning palate and always point out the best of Washington wine.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Sean. You are very deserving, although I will miss being able to come here as a one-stop shop for all of your reviews.
ReplyDeleteOne question - Does this affect your monthly virtual tastings?
That's awesome, Sean. Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteGreat news Sean! Well deserved!
ReplyDeleteShawn Luke
So pleased for you! --khr
ReplyDeleteWay to go, Sean! Let's celebrate at Meadowood!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Sean! Best of luck with your new assignment.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Sean! Best of luck in your new assignment.
ReplyDeleteWow! Congrats
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Sean! I look forward to reading your reviews on the WE website.
ReplyDeleteThis is terrific news! It has been wonderful to watch your reach grow during a very exciting time for NW wines. Congratulations, Sean!
ReplyDeleteAwesome news for you personally and professionally. Congrats!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Sean! What an exciting (and well deserved) step for you.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!
ReplyDeleteRock the new gig.
All the best,
Nannette Eaton
Thanks so much for all of the well wishes everybody!
ReplyDeleteBrian, fear not. The Virtual Tastings continue as before.
YAYYYYYYY SEAN! I knew someday I'd see your name in a national publication! So happy for you. High five!
ReplyDelete"You better lose yourself in the music, the moment You own it, you better never let go
ReplyDeleteYou only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow..."
Big ups, Sean! This opportunity comes once in a lifetime yo
Congratulations Sean! Well deserved.
ReplyDeleteMany congrats, Sean! Impressive.
ReplyDeleteQuestion: RE WE, who would cover any "outlier" wines from Oregon Columbia Valley? Would you and Paul have to arm wrestle for that one?!