Wine is much more than just a beverage. It evokes passion, emotion, and curiosity. But it is often the story behind the label that offers such fascination - every wine has a story. David’s Block, a red...
Thanksgiving in Yakima Valley's Wine Country is a Northwest tradition dating back to the 1980's. It’s hard to imagine a more customary activity for your Thanksgiving weekend. But like so many things this year, the...
The end of summer is always a little sad. The sun sets earlier, and the kids are either back to school (or, this year, gearing up for online school). Although it has been an unconventional...
Gatherings may be smaller this year, but you definitely don’t want to miss out on celebrating America’s Independence Day. Whether your plans involve a leisurely weekend in the backyard, a small group of friends on...
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....
This article originally ran in the Yakima Herald Republic, May 2, 2019. It’s inevitable, when talking wine with a wine lover, that the topic of “cellaring or aging wine” comes up. Cellaring a wine means that you...
■ 2015 Red Blend, Elephant Mountain Vineyard, Yakima Valley, $65: At an elevation of 1,466 feet, the south-facing slope is among the highest vineyards in the Yakima Valley. This wine — 58 percent cabernet sauvignon,...
In general, Americans don't pay much attention to holiday-themed wines. They have limited appeal and quit honestly, they usually aren’t very good. Halloween is just around the corner, which means parties, gatherings and ghouling decorations are...