Washington State makes mark with top DWWA trophy
Washington State's rising reputation for Cabernet Sauvignon has been enhanced by a local winery winning one of the most prestigious prizes at the 2014 Decanter World Wine Awards.
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Cabernet rises to fore in record Washington grape crush
Wineries in Washington state saw a record grape harvest in 2013, with Cabernet Sauvignon the most popular variety, offering more evidence of the wine region's rise to prominence.
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Canadian firm buys Washington vineyard land for US$16m
A Canadian investment group has beaten off competition from several wineries to secure 670 acres of prime vineyard land in Washington State for more than US$16m.
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Duckhorn to launch Washington State Cabernet
Duckhorn has become the latest Napa Valley winery to invest in Washington State and is preparing to launch a Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from the Red Mountain area.
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Decanter travel guide: Washington State
The Walla Walla AVA in the eastern part of this state offers superb festivals, dining and touring options, says Paul Gregutt. Read the full guide to Washington State, including the best wineries to visit, plus top places to stay, eat, shop and relax. As published in the Decanter April 2013 issue.
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E&J Gallo Winery holds high hopes for Washington
E&J Gallo has purchased the Columbia and Covey Run wineries in Washington State.
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Washington ends liquor monopoly
The end of the state-controlled sale of spirits in Washington State took place at the end of May, and has many retailers worried about the impact on wine sales.
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Stephen Brook's 10 best Washington State Bordeaux blends plus others not available in the UK
Decanter's contributing editor Stephen Brook reveals his top 10 Washington State Bordeaux Blends in this month's issue of the magazine. In addition are six others not currently available in the UK.
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Washington yields down, Oregon up as harvest finishes
As harvest finishes in the Pacific northwest, vintners are pondering a season of opposites.
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Washington wine boss quits
Washington State Wine Commission boss Robin Pollard is to quit – less than four months after the head of neighbouring Oregon's generic wine body also stood down.
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VIDEO: Chateau Palmer tasting in Washington DC
Château Palmer massive verticale in Washington.
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Pacific Northwest - Washington and Oregon wine regions
As winemakers worldwide strive to emphasise regionality, the Pacific Northwest is dealing in wine regions with a foot in both Oregon and Washington. Don’t let the confusion put you off, says PAUL GREGUTT
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Washington State licenses 500th winery
Washington State has reached the 500-winery mark, consolidating its position as America’s No. 2 wine state.
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Randall Grahm to produce Riesling in Washington
Bonny Doon producer Randall Grahm has begun building an all-Riesling winery in Washington State.
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Washington winemaker launches state's first 'Euro-blend' winery
American winemaker Brian Carter has launched Washington State's first winery to focus exclusively on hand-crafted European-style blended wines.
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New AVA for Washington
Washington’s Rattlesnake Hills will soon become this Pacific Northwest state’s ninth federal appellation.
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Washington State Wineries: Great Wine Route:
Washington may be more famous for giving the world Jimi Hendrix, Bing Crosby and Starbucks coffee but, as GARY WERNER finds out, it’s also the source of some of the world’s finest wines
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Washington Wine Institute has new director
The Washington Wine Commission and the Washington Wine Institute have hired a new executive director.
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Baxter Lynn resigns as Washington wine chief
After serving as executive director of the Washington Wine Commission for six months, Jane Baxter Lynn has left the job.
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2005 vintage guide for Washington State Cabernet Sauvignon
2005 vintage guide for Washington State Cabernet Sauvignon. Winemakers report small grape clusters with intense color, balance and ripe flavors.
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New Washington wine head appointed
The Washington Wine Commission today named Jane Baxter Lynn as its new executive director.
