What are the best soils for wine grapes? This is a frequent topic of discussion while out tasting wine. So much so, that displays of rocks, gravel or soils are common in tasting rooms or...
Superior hillside sites shine in years like this. The finale of the 2019 wine grape harvest resulted in last-minute changes sending winemakers and grape growers scurrying to get ahead of the unseasonal weather. Although some acreage remains...
It’s here. America’s day of thanks, and the eve of the largest shopping day of the year. How will you celebrate? Are you heading out to shop after the big meal or getting up for the...
One of the most important and most challenging aspects of any holiday meal is the wine choice. Finding a wine that pleases the palates of your guests and pairs well with the food can be...
Halloween is here. It’s time to don your long-anticipated, carefully crafted costume for this year’s epic extravaganza. But what will you take to accompany your glorious attire? This is not the night to dig into your...
Keeping a well-stocked cupboard of delicious, great value wines doesn’t have to be a difficult task. Drinking well shouldn’t be a luxury, nor should you have to sacrifice good taste to avoid breaking the bank....
Harvest is underway in the Yakima Valley, and with it is the anticipation of the next vintage. Celebrate the season with the experts during Catch the Crush weekend, October 12, 13. Nearly 40 wineries invite guests to tour...
Autumn is a vibrant time in the Yakima Valley. Days are getting shorter and leaves are turning red and orange, dotting the horizon with beautiful warm colors, a sure sign that fall is in the...
The 2019 winter started out with a mild December and January that abruptly changed in early February when snow began to fall. Throughout the month of February and into early March, it snowed twice a...
Yakima Valley Grape Growers Excited About 2019 Vintage Veraison in Wine Country Yakima, Wash., — Aug 9, 2019 — The home stretch to harvest has begun, and there are happy faces all around Yakima Valley’s wine country. Not to...