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Northwest Wine Roundup May 15th to May 21st 2014

A round-up of stories on Northwest wine from May 15th to May 21st.  Read previous round-ups here.

From around the country...

The San Francisco Chronicle writes about Analemma (highly recommend checking this winery out).

The San Jose Mercury News writes about Washington's Syrahs.

The Tampa Bay Times writes about the Chehalem ‘Inox’ Chardonnay.

Forbes asks whether Chardonnay is Oregon’s next big thing (Answer: yes).


From around the blogosphere...

Great Northwest Wine writes that Yashar Shayan dedicates his life to a love of wine. They also write that a longtime Washington wine judge, enthusiast dies, that Columbia Valley wineries to benefit from teetotaling golfers’ Gamble Sands course, and that Ashley Trout returns to Flying Trout.

Wine Peeps writes about 2007 Washington Syrah revisited.

The Zinfandel Chronicles reviews the 2009 Betz Family Clos de Betz.

Northwest Wine Anthem writes about the 2009 Dark Star from Kana Winery. They also write about character trading cards of the Chehalem Mountains AVA.

Wild 4 Washington Wine writes about Destination Woodinville RESERVE and North of 95. William also writes about Destination Woodinville Willows Lodge and Wine Director Interview.

Wineeyak writes that Yakima Valley vineyards see rapid shoot growth and pre-bloom. They also write that Yakima Valley brings the heat for photosynthesis.

Woodinville Wine Update writes about the Walter Clore Center Grand Opening. Shona also writes about upcoming events.

AgInfo.net writes about the opening of the Clore Center.


From the locals...

The Seattle Times writes that after 30 years, Willamette Valley has plenty to celebrate.

Puget Sound Business Journal writes about a new Washington winery from former NFL quarterbacks Dan Marino and Damon Huard.

The Coeur d'Alene Press writes about the state of tasting fees.

Seattle Magazine writes about the best new Washington wines.

The Bellingham Herald writes that oaky taste lingers longer than fruity, apply flavor in Chardonnay.

KOIN 6 (Portland, OR) writes about herbicides hurting Oregon wine crops.

The News Tribune writes about value whites for sunny days.

The Walla Walla Union Tribune writes that winemaker Ashley Trout returns from year-long hiatus.

Capital Press writes about vineyard and winery technology at Yakima Valley Community College.

Good Fruit Grower writes about honorees for the Washington wine auction.

The Statesmen Journal writes about King Estate.

The Yakima Herald writes that Walla Walla Community College is a case study in success. They also say discover our valley and write about Northwest value reds.

Oregon Live writes about wine touring by bike. They also write about upcoming wine country openings and Oregon’s canned wine kingpin purchasing Amity Vineyards.

The Islander Sound writes about a new Orcas winery.

The Mail Tribune writes about places to see in Southern Oregon.

The Reflector writes about the opening of Village Vineyard.


That's all folks!

Tonight! May Virtual Tasting - L'Ecole Chenin Blanc 2013

The May Virtual Tasting is tonight! The wine is the L'Ecole No 41 2013 Columbia Valley Chenin Blanc. This wine retails for $14 and is fairly widely available.

What you need to do to participate is:

1. Buy this month’s wine from the winery or a local retailer

2. Tweet your comments about the wine on Twitter between 7 and 8pm Pacific tonight (May 28th) using the hashtag #lecole41. For those on Twitter, follow me @wawinereport.

Join us!

May Pic of the Vine

Spring abounds as this image from Corvus Cellars’ Red Mountain vineyard vividly illustrates. As resident Washington Wine Report photographer Richard Duval notes, “Wine lovers heading to Revelry at Red Mountain this weekend will be greeted by these green vineyards that blanket the mountain and surrounding areas. It’s time to take the wine outside!”

Northwest Wine Round-up May 8th to May 14th 2014

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

From around the country...

The St. Louis Dispatch writes that dry riesling and gewürztraminer are more food-friendly.

The Minneapolis Star Tribune writes about Washington whites.

Wine Enthusiast writes about Washington winemakers who are also mountain climbers.

The Winston-Salem Journal writes about Columbia Crest H3 Sauvignon Blanc.

The Washington Post writes that back to back vintages show subtle differences in Oregon.

Winona Daily News writes about the Snoqualmie Whistle Stop Red.

The Orange Coast writes about Willamette Valley wines.

Sunset writes about an Oregon wine country trip.


From around the blogosphere...

Great Northwest Wine writes that the Auction of Washington Wines honors Olsens, Hedges. They also write that Washington wine grape growers sail through frost season, and Adelsheim purchasing vineyards in the Chehalem Mountains.

Wild 4 Washington Wine writes about destination Woodinville Wine Country.

The Zinfandel Chronicles reviews the 2001 Leonetti Cabernet Sauvignon.

Northwest Wine Anthem writes about Northwest rosé.

Lucho Vino compares Barbera from the Oltrepo Pavese DOC vs. Washington State.

WineEyak writes about the balance of Yakima Valley wines.

AgInfo.net writes about Cuneo Cellars.

Vindulge interviews Kim Kramer of Kramer Vineyards.


From the locals...

The Seattle Post-Intelligencer writes that Powers Winery is one of the most improved wineries.

Oregon Live writes about Adelsheim purchasing additional vineyard acreage. They also write about a fire at Scott Paul.

The Capital Press writes that Oregon grape growers say drift taking toll on vineyards. They also write that Washington’s snowpack looks good.

The Seattle Times writes that mentor-winemaker André Tchelistcheff helped make Washington a major player 

The Everett Herald writes about Washington’s Mourvèdre.

The Mercer Island Herald writes about blending.

Portland Monthly Magazine writes about the science of Oregon wine.

The Bellingham Herald writes about value white wines for sunny days.

The Douglas County News Review writes about the cost of establishing small wineries in Washington.

Fox 12 writes about a fire at Scott Paul Winery.

The Register-Guard writes about Oregon Chardonnay.

KGW writes about a fire at Scott Paul Winery.

KOBI-TV writes about Oregon winegrowers taking action against herbicide drift.

KMTR writes about a grant to the Southern Oregon wine industry.


That's all folks!

May Virtual Tasting - L'Ecole Chenin Blanc 2013

The May Virtual Tasting wine is the L'Ecole No 41 2013 Columbia Valley Chenin Blanc. This wine retails for $14 and is fairly widely available. The tasting will take place on Wednesday May 28th from 7-8pm Pacific.

What you need to do to participate is:

1. Buy this month’s wine from the winery or a local retailer (see below)


2. Tweet your comments about the wine on Twitter between 7 and 8pm Pacific on the specified date using the hashtag #lecole41. For those on Twitter, follow me @wawinereport.

To make it more convenient for people to purchase the wines used in our Virtual Tastings, we are teaming up with a locally run, on-line wine shop, ImpulseWine.com. Instead of having to search for the wine you can order the wine from Impulse and, if you live in the King County area, have it delivered to you free of charge. Just click the link below and select the "Free Delivery Within King County" option in the shipping portion of the checkout process. Please note that King County residents must place orders by end of day on May 25th in order to have the wine delivered in time for the tasting.

Click here to order the L'Ecole Chenin Blanc from ImpulseWine.com

Note: Washington Wine Report does not have any financial relationship with Impulse Wine and does not receive any profits from sales.

Northwest Wine Round-up May 1st to 7th 2014

A round-up of stories on Northwest wine from May 1st to May 7th.  Read previous round-ups here.

From around the country...

The Minneapolis Star Tribune writes that wine-wise, Washington does right by whites.

The Santa Rosa Press Democrat writes about Chicken Tagine with (Chateau Ste. Michelle) viognier.

Wines & Vines writes about Washington State students releasing wines.

Wine Enthusiast writes that Union Wine Company acquires Amity Vineyards.


From around the blogosphere...

Vinography gives a Seven Hills Winery Retrospective. Alder also writes about wine Highlights from Taste Washington 2014.

Great Northwest Wine writes that Marcus Rafanelli learns down under. They also write about Gino Cuneo Cellars, Browne Family Vineyard opening a tasting room in Walla Walla, the Walla Walla wine program cutting its director positionSte. Michelle scoring big at San Diego wine judging, and Red Mountain Col Solare opening its tasting room to public.

Northwest Wine Anthem writes about Keeler Estate Vineyard.

Write for Wine writes about what’s in Our Glasses Lately.

Wine Peeps reviews the 2012 Columbia Crest H3 Cabernet Sauvignon.

The Zinfandel Chronicles writes about No Girls 

Vindulge pairs the Bombing Range Red with BBQ.

Wild 4 Washington Wine covers the Anelare Wines Spring Release. William also reviews the Double Canyon 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Horse Heaven Hills and AntoLin Cellars 2010 Estate Malbec.

Table Talk Northwest writes about the Iron Vintner Challenge. They also write about North of 95

Travel Oregon writes about seven beautiful vineyard views in the Willamette Valley.

Jenna & Wine writes about visiting Prosser tasting rooms.


From the locals...

The Seattle Times writes that petite sirahs are coming.

The Yakima Herald writes that reds rule at Great Northwest Wine Competition. They also write about Sangiovese.

The Union Bulletin writes that Walla Walla is abloom with new tasting rooms. They also write that Walla Walla Community College wine program cuts director job.

WSU News.com writes that science finds wines’ fruity flavors really do fade first.

The Oregonian writes that La Crema unveils its first Willamette Valley Pinot Noir.

KLEWTV writes that Washington wines make a splash world-wide.

Seattle Metropolitan writes about Ashan Cellars (article by yours truly).

Eugene Weekly writes about trailblazing wines.

KTVZ writes about the central Oregon wine trail.

OPB News does a Q&A with wine writer Katherine Cole.

Seattle Weekly writes about the Pomum Riesling.

The Sun Break writes that dining is slightly off the mark in Walla Walla.


That's all folks!

Old school! Recent print publications

The May-June issue of Vineyard & Winery Management has an article I wrote on recent investments in Washington titled "Northwest Tipping Point" (Note: downloads .pdf).

See a list of previous publications here.

Enjoy!

Northwest Wine Round-Up April 22nd to April 30th 2014

A round up of stories on Northwest wine from April 22nd to 30th. Read previous round-ups here.

From around the country...

The Wall Street Journal writes that Seattle is the land of serious sommeliers.

The Los Angeles Times writes that Washington wineries have fun with Recommendeuer. They also write about ‘An American Wine Story.’

The San Jose Mercury News writes about yours truly.

Shanken Daily News writes about V2 Wine Group.


From around the blogosphere...

Great Northwest Wine writes about Chateau Ste. Michelle’s summer concerts. They also write about the Washington State Wine Commission’s award-winning appWashington Sangiovese coming into its own and Winemaker Ray Einberger retiring from Ste. Michelle Wine Estates.

Wild 4 Washington Wine writes about the Bombing Range Red 2010 Horse Heavens Hills.

The Zinfandel Chronicles reviews the Quilceda Creek 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon.

Northwest Wine Anthem writes about Keeler Estate Vineyard (Eola Amity Hills AVA). They also write about unusual Washington wine varieties.

Lucha Vino compares Olsen Estates 2009 Malbec v. Bodega Goulart Classico 2011 Malbec.

Wineeyak writes about DuBrul Vineyard five vine cabernet bud break. They also write about what to look for in a barrel sample.

Write For Wine writes that spring is in the air at Six Seven Restaurant.

AgInfo.net writes about a resource for the wine industry. They also write that the wine industry is expanding.

BK Wine magazine writes about 21 Washington wines (barely readable but…).

Woodinville Wine Update writes about upcoming events.

Table Talk Northwest writes about Ste. Michelle’s upcoming concert series.


From the locals...

The News Register writes about the sale of Amity Vineyards.

The Seattle Times writes that former potato-chip maker goes for grapes.

The Seattle Weekly writes about Washington winemakers’ challenge.

The Oregonian writes about how today's rising-star Oregon winemakers are making it in a tough market. They also write that Feds back off and wine growlers are legal again in Oregon and write about Coopers Hall.

The News Tribune writes that Spring chinook pairings come naturally. They also write that a celebrated Ste. Michelle winemaker retires and white wines to savor.

Good Fruit Grower writes that a new approach needed for nematodes.

The Bellingham Herald writes that Matthews/Tenor serves up first-class wines. They also write about Taste Washington, and 14 Hands being named a hot brand by Impact Magazine.

The Mail Tribune writes about Southern Oregon.

The Yakima Herald writes about Spring Barrel Tasting.

Wenatchee World writes about Crayelle Cellars.


That’s all folks!

CORRECTION - Fresh Sheet April 30th 2014

Please note that on the April 30th Fresh Sheet there was a lack of congruence between the star ratings listed and the parenthetical definitions of these star ratings for several wines. Specifically, several wines showed a four star rating () but showed a parenthetical rating of "(Good)" which would equate to three stars. Each of these wines should have been displayed as (Good). This has been fixed and a corrected version can be seen here. My apologies for the error and any confusion it may have caused.