Month: June 2015
Puffin wines excellent addition to an Oregon coast getaway
As inland temperatures continue to hover in the high 90's with three-digit numbers expected over Independence Weekend for much of the Northwest, the Oregon Coast is looking better than ever and […]
Merlot’s flavor profile a matter of preference
Attendees of last weeks’ Celebrate Walla Walla Valley Wine were treated to a thought-provoking presentation on merlot-growing in Walla Walla at the Power House Theatre—an historic power station that dates […]
June 25th: The weekly wine down for Clark County and beyond
Upcoming events/festival: Update on Ridgefield Roundabouts - For those of you who know (or don't), Ridgefield will be planting a couple roundabouts with wine vines to welcome visitors and residents alike […]
A taste of Red Mountain found in rural Clark County
Whoever said size matters limited their opportunity to experience some tantalizing possibilities not the least of which would be the Red Mountain AVA. At just over 4,000 acres it’s the […]
Happy Father’s Day Weekend, y’all
I'm at Celebrate Walla Walla all weekend but there's some not-to-be-missed winery stops for Father's Day Weekend I want to shared. Other wineries may be having specials, as well. If you're […]
Still time to enjoy Craft Winefest 2015
In less than one hour the Craft Winefest 2015 re-opens its doors for a full day of amazing wine, craft beers, spirits, terrific live music and a host of eateries to […]
Rosé embodies the best of both worlds for summertime sipping
Known for its food-friendly nature, rosé comes out of hibernation in the fall to play center stage on many a Thanksgiving table due to its ability to pair so nicely […]
June 11: The weekly wine down for Clark County and beyond
Upcoming events/festival: The Craft Winefest of Vancouver - Fri, Jun 12-Sun, Jun 14 marks the 3rd Annual with 150 wines and 25 hand-selected micro brews located at Esther Short Park. Proceeds […]
Reaching back to 1935 in Clark County’s wine history
Along Highway 99 in Vancouver stands a building whose walls could tell the history of wine in Clark County dating back to 1935 with ties to a sparkling wine house […]
June 4: The weekly wine down for Clark County and beyond
Upcoming events/festival: Fri, June 5 – It's First Friday once again in the downtown core of Vancouver, Camas, Battle Ground and Ridgefield. Stores stay open late, local art is featured, live music […]