A $40 Syrah That’s Worth Every Penny
When I pay $40 for a bottle of wine I want to be absolutely certain that I’m going to get my money’s worth. Why? Because it’s just as easy to take that same $40 and buy four decent $10 a bottle wines that will provide me with a good measure of enjoyment over a longer […]
Newcomer Winery Dakota Creek in Blaine is Off to a Great Start
I think it’s always a good idea to consider quality allowances for startup wineries. I usually give them at least two to three years to make adjustments before I raise my expectation level in terms of the style and taste of the wines they’re producing. This certainly isn’t the case with Blaine’s Dakota Creek Winery, […]
Workshop: Sensory Evaluation
8:30 am to 4:15 pm – Washington State University Learning Center at Skagit Valley College, Mt. Vernon. Featuring Dr. Ann Noble, Professor Emeritus of Enology at the University of California Davis. This class is designed for wine judges, media, sommeliers and winemakers who really want to take the wine tasting experience to the next level. […]
Workshop: Wine Aroma Wheel & Sensory Analysis
8:30 am to 4:15 pm – Washington State University Learning Center at Skagit Valley College, Mt. Vernon. Featuring Dr. Ann Noble, Professor Emeritus of Enology at the University of California Davis. This promises to be a terrific class for winery and restaurant staff, amateur winemakers and wine enthusiasts. The class will cover topics such as […]
Argentinean Wines Flavorful, Versatile and Affordable
If you’re curious about wines from Argentina, why not consider giving them a try? They’re generally fruit-forward, tasty wines and many are priced at under $20 a bottle. Here are a few recommendations that can be found at several local Haggen stores, The Vine wine shop and Gateway Wines: La Yunta 2006 Torrontes (about $10): […]