Royal Slope is Washington’s 15th and Newest American Viticultural Area
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As reported by the Washington State Wine Commission: Royal Slope is the newest American Viticultural Area (AVA) in Washington. The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) published the final rule for Royal Slope on September 2, 2020, to officially define it as a designated wine grape-growing region. “Many of our wineries and grape […]
August is Washington State Wine Month!
August is Washington State Wine Month, and now more than ever, the State’s 1,000+ wineries need your support. If you can’t visit a Washington winery because of travel restrictions, please take the time to order on line or purchase wine from your local retail wine shop or grocer. And remember, when you buy Washington wine […]
Hosting a Wine Tasting Party is a Perfect Small-Group Activity
This article originally appeared, in part, in the July/August, 2020 issue of Bellingham Alive Magazine Looking for a little social activity that’s low-cost, informative, and fun? Consider hosting a wine tasting party for a small group of friends; it’s a great way to stimulate conversation and lift your spirits while getting a fresh perspective on […]
Segura Viudas: Top-Quality Cavas From an Area Rich in Tradition
Located in Spains’ Penedes region, Segura Viudas was founded in an area with winemaking roots that have been traced back over 800 years. The winery itself was established in 1959, and those familiar with the Segura Viudas label have come to appreciate the winery’s reputation for producing consistently good sparkling wines at very affordable prices. […]
Washington Wine of the Week – Selections for Spring, 2020
For the week of June 14, 2020: Succession Wines 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon – Lawrence Vineyards is the starting point for this stunning Cab, and if you haven’t tried anything from this overachieving, underappreciated wine region you’re truly missing out on some stellar fruit. The vineyards are located, quite literally, in the middle of nowhere in […]