Wine Class at BTC
2:00 to 4:30 pm – Beginning Wine Tasting. The perfect class for those just getting started with wines. The format will be relaxed, yet informative, with plenty of wines to sample. No wine snob attitudes permitted! Click on the Wine Classes Page for more information.
Chardonnay Still the King of White Wines
Although varietals such as Pinot Gris and Viognier continue to grow in popularity, Chardonnay is still the undisputed king of white wines among Americans. One of the reasons for Chardonnay’s success is its versatility. It can be made in a light, crisp style, oaked or unoaked, fruit-forward, or rich and buttery, to name just a […]
greatwines.biz Launches Web Site for Wine Lovers
There are hundreds of web sites on the internet that allow you to puchase wine for home delivery. But greatwines.biz has a local flavor worth noting…and the web site it pretty slick to boot. Tony Race, who was born and raised in Whatcom County, Washington, is responsible for getting the web site underway. He currently […]
Critics, Consumers Love Fidelitas Wines
Winemaker Charlie Hoppes has contributed to the success of a number of Northwest wineries including Canon de Sol, Goose Ridge and Zefina, to name a few. He’s also the owner of Fideltas Wines, which has several outstanding current releases that come highly recommended by wine critics and consumers alike. Earlier this month, I visited with […]
Barrister ’04 Cab Franc Earns Best of Show Honors at Tri-Cities Wine Festival
Earlier this month I attended the 28th Annual Tri-Cities Wine Festival in Pasco. This year’s festival featured over 60 wineries and nearly 200 wines from the Pacific Northwest. As a regular participant in the festival for the past 22 years, I think it’s always interesting to look for trends in the wines that are presented. […]