Archive for Announcements

Massive Merlot Tasting March 25

by: Bean March 2, 2010

Join wine makers, wine retailers and wine lovers as they drink to Washington Merlot on March 25th!
Once upon a time, Merlot was a popular wine in its native France and here in the US. Unfortunately, Merlot has become much maligned in recent years, thanks to the movie Sideways and other factors.  Don’t let a movie [...]

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Good things come to beer lovers who wait!

by: Bean February 26, 2010

It has been a long haul but Foggy Noggin Brewing will have their grand opening on March 20, 2010 from 1-4 pm.
So what is so special about another brewery opening in Washington state? Foggy Noggin Brewery is one of the world’s smallest production breweries. Their 1/2 BBL system gives them tight control over their crafted [...]

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Home Brewers Rejoice! 14th Annual Cascade Brewers Competition

by: Bean February 25, 2010

Does your home brew stand up to the test? Does your IPA knock the socks off of even the biggest hop head? What about that winter brew that your friends fought over at Christmas time? Show off your best home brew at the Annual Cascade Brewer’s Competition!
How to Enter
Home brew submissions will be accepted between [...]

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Learn Wine and Cheese Pairing at NW Wine Academy

by: Bean February 21, 2010

This spring, the Northwest Wine Academy is pleased to offer a Wine and Cheese pairing class with Chef Instructor Leonard Redé.
Just in time for springtime patio parties and summer picnics, learn how to create cheese pairings to delight the senses. Wine and cheese are a classical pairing but not every cheese is destined to [...]

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Seattle Food and Wine (and BEER and CIDER) Experience

by: Bean February 19, 2010

Sometimes you have to read between the lines to find what you are looking for. Are you a wine lover looking for a fun event that you and your beer buddies can all enjoy? The Seattle Food and Wine Experience on February 28 is really a BEVERAGE and food experience providing opportunities to sample beer, [...]

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Quilceda Creek gains more recognition of excellence

by: Bean February 19, 2010

The recognition and acclaim of Washington wines continue! Alex Golitzin, of Quilceda Creek Vintners, is a semi-finalist for the prestigious James Beard Foundation’s annual award for Outstanding Wine and Spirits Professional. Only three other winery professionals were nominated in this group of 20 semi-finalists. The winner will be awarded on May 3rd.
Alex Golitzin and his [...]

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Taste of Washington Preview

by: Bean February 18, 2010

El Gaucho- Seattle, was the amazing host  for the Washington Wine Commission’s Taste Washington media preview last night. Taste Washington is a premier Washington Wine event, providing opportunities to interact with wine makers, attend wine education seminars,and sample exquisite wines from all over the state during the grand tasting. In addition, you can savor delicious [...]

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Chocolate, Red Wine and BEER!

by: Bean February 11, 2010

February brings a multitude of red wine and chocolate events, just in time for Valentine’s Day! Check out our wine events page for red wine and chocolate events all over the state. But what if you are more of a hop head? Are you looking for something a little bit different for your valentine? Or [...]

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Are you Washington Wine’s Super Fan?

by: Bean February 11, 2010

The Super Bowl is over but the contest for the Washington Wine Super Fan has just begun!
Wine Press Northwest and the Washington Wine Commission are sponsoring a contest to find out who is the biggest fan of Washington wines. Are YOU Washington’s Wine Super Fan? Show the world how much you love Washington wines by [...]

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Pike Brewing Chocofest: Valentine Day Foreplay

by: Bean February 5, 2010

Pike’s Chocofest, billed as “foreplay before the big day” is a romantic and informative way to discover a wide variety of chocolate treats, local and from around the world. Throughout the Pike Brewery Micro Brewery Museum and Naughty Nellie Room, chocolate stations will feature different chocolate treats, each presented by an expert (usually the chocolate [...]

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