Wine Class at BTC
1:30 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.
Food & Wine Class at the Harborside Bistro
7:00 to 9:00 pm – Join Dan and Harborside Bistro Chef Joe Merkling for an evening of Pacific Northwest food and wines. This event will be held at the Hotel Bellwether on the Bellingham waterfront. Click on the Wine Classes Page for more information.
Semillon
Northstar Winery 2004 (about $20): Taking a cue from public demand, Northstar Winery in Walla Walla has now begun producing small quantities of Semillon under its “Stella Blanca” label. This is one of the better Semillons I’ve tried as of late, and barrel fermentation in new French oak is part of the reason. This process […]
Barossa Valley is Australia’s Premiere Growing Region
I had the privilege of meeting with Stuart Bourne, winemaker for Barossa Valley Estate, during his visit to Bellingham last month. The Barossa Valley is home to about 25,000 acres of vineyards and is recognized as the premium grape growing region of Australia. Highly personable, Bourne has the wonderful, playful air of an old college […]
Coeur d’Alene Cellars Has Local Ties
Most people like to hear a “local boy makes good” story. I think a “local boy makes good wine” story sounds even better. Let me fill you in on the details. Bob Harris, a graduate of Sehome High School, is co-owner of newcomer Coeur d’Alene Cellars, located about 45 minutes east of Spokane. Along with […]