Apr 11, 2012 Posted by Nancy

Wineries Open Kirkland Warehouse District

This weekend marks the opening of a collection of tasting rooms declared the Kirkland Warehouse District, the name probably taking inspiration from the Woodinville Warehouse Wineries. When the hubby and I were in Kirkland last month we decided to check things out. As we drove past a strip mall, we came upon what bore a strong resemblance to the office park I worked in right after college. Then there were... read more

Apr 10, 2012 Posted by Bean

Sexy Syrah at Saltys

Got your tickets yet for Sexy Syrah? This popular wine event ALWAYS sells out but there are a few tickets left for the 11th annual Sexy Syrah at Salty’s on Alki on April 11. 2012. Every year, Seattle Uncorked invites wine makers to come and pour their Syrah to raise funds for Fare Start. Come  sample Syrah and Syrah blended wines from 40 different Northwestern wineries. Northwestern... read more

Mar 30, 2012 Posted by Ed

5 Reasons to go to Taste Washington

I am excited to be attending my first Taste Washington this weekend. As a wine lover, I am excited to taste such  great diversity of high quality Washington wines under one roof. These grand tasting events, like Taste Washington, are a not-to-be-missed opportunity because: 1) First and foremost this event will enable participants to meet the warm community of wine makers, winery owners and vineyard... read more

Mar 27, 2012 Posted by Bean

Washington Wine Restaurant Awards 2012

The 10th annual Washington Wine Restaurant awards were held in the Crystal ballroom at the Washington Athletic Club on March 26, 2012. The restaurant awards are selected by Committee that looks at restaurant wine list, staff service and training, and Washington wine events when making their choices. The selection committee is composed of members from the Washington wine Commission, Professional Wine... read more

Mar 21, 2012 Posted by Nancy

Revisiting Kiona Vineyards and Winery

Sitting down to a multi course meal with Scott and Vicky Williams of Kiona Vineyards and Winery remains one of my favorite memories from the 2010 Wine Bloggers Conference. The dinner was part of a post-conference excursion that took place on Red Mountain, one of Washington state’s renowned AVAs. After a day of activities, we ended up at Terra Blanca Winery and Estate Vineyards. Member wineries and grape... read more