Archive for February, 2010

 

Wine Word of the Week: Must

Saturday, February 27th, 2010

This week’s Wine Word of the Week is must. Official definition from Jancis Robinson’s The Oxford Companion to Wine: Must is the name used by winemakers for a thick liquid that is neither grape juice nor wine but the intermediate, a mixture of grape juice, stem fragments, grape skins, seeds, and pulp that comes from […]

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Washington State Cabernet Sauvignon: Among the World’s Best

Friday, February 26th, 2010

Before I started making regular visits to Washington State wine country, I had already visited the Napa Valley of California on multiple occasions and had taken a dream trip to the Bordeaux region of France. So I had a good base of knowledge about what many wine lovers consider the best Cabernet Sauvignon in the […]

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A Wine for Tonight: 2008 Columbia Crest Two Vines Vineyard 10 White Wine

Thursday, February 25th, 2010

Would you like a quick suggestion for a good wine to drink tonight (or this weekend) that won’t break your budget and is widely available? Many of our readers have said this is something they would like, so here is this week’s selection, the 2008 Columbia Crest Two Vines Vineyard 10 White Wine from Washington […]

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Wine Blogging Wednesday #66: Your Tender-est Twosome

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

Our host for the February edition of Wine Blogging Wednesday, the blogosphere’s monthly virtual wine tasting event, is Jennifer Hamilton of The Domestic Goddess. She selected Your Tender-est Twosome as this month’s theme and asked us to pair a wine with a dessert saying, “Every once in a while, dessert deserves the attention given to […]

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Taste Washington 2010 Preview

Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

Washington State ranks second nationally in wine production, has over 650 wineries, and is home to the Wine Spectator Wine of the Year for 2009. And as I’ve said numerous times before, Washington wines are perfectly positioned to thrive in our current economy. Washington State is producing outstanding wines that consistently deliver great bang for […]

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Women of Washington Wine: Sherrill Miller of E.B. Foote Winery

Monday, February 22nd, 2010

Today’s post is part of a series featuring the Women of Washington Wine. In an industry once dominated by men, more and more women are joining the ranks as winery owners, vineyard owners, and winemakers. Being a woman myself, I am fascinated by these women and what they have done and continue to do. Through […]

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Wine Word of the Week: Cot

Saturday, February 20th, 2010

This week’s Wine Word of the Week is cot. Official definition from Jancis Robinson’s The Oxford Companion to Wine: Cot is an important French synonym for the black grape variety of French origin also known as Malbec and, in Cahors, Auxerrois. Layman’s terms from Kori: Cot is another name for Malbec.

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Washington’s Signature Varietals: Syrah and Riesling

Friday, February 19th, 2010

The State of Washington has a unique position in the world of wine. It makes world-class wines of so many varietals that it dilutes its focus from just one “signature” varietal that has made so many wine regions almost legendary, such as Napa Cab and Oregon Pinot Noir. A good case can be made in […]

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A Wine for Tonight: 2008 FishEye Pinot Grigio

Thursday, February 18th, 2010

Would you like a quick suggestion for a good wine to drink tonight (or this weekend) that won’t break your budget and is widely available? Many of our readers have said this is something they would like, so here is this week’s selection, the 2008 FishEye Pinot Grigio from California. Our selection criteria include: A […]

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Wine Tasting Dinner: Washington Syrah 2007

Wednesday, February 17th, 2010

On Friday evening, we hosted our 80th wine tasting dinner. It was another fabulous evening of good wines, the company of wonderful friends, and Mom’s excellent food. This month’s dinner featured Washington Syrah from the 2007 vintage. I personally believe that the 2007 vintage may ultimately be considered the best ever in Washington State. All […]

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