Duane Wollmuth, Walla Walla Valley Wine Alliance
This spring, Duane Wollmuth was named executive director of the Walla Walla Valley Wine Alliance. His background includes managing partner of Three Rivers Winery in Walla Walla and most recently executive director of the Southeast Washington Economic Development Association. He and his wife, Mary, still own Biscuit Ridge Vineyard near Dixie, Wash., which produces some of the Northwest most delicious late harvest Gewurztraminer. In this Wine Press Northwest WineCast, we caught up with Wollmuth during a trade event at Ash Hollow Winery.
WINERAM USA Episode 1: Woodinville Wine Country
WINERAM USA is a TV series from WINERAM Productions that goes into detailed discussions and interviews with key players from some of the United States top wineries and wine regions. Episode 1 begins in Washington State with Long Shadows Vintners, a winery that brings together 7 extremely talented Vintners from around the worlds famous wine regions to make wine in Washington State. Together these Vintners alongside wine extraordinaire Allen Shoup work to produce the best wines possible out of Washington State’s top wine regions. Watch as one of their head winemakers Gilles Nicault and presenter Colin West explore what winemaking procedures go on in the middle of winter. They top off the series by going alpine touring in the Cascade Mountains to check out one of the most influential geographical features in WA state and how it affects the vineyards out east A bit of adventure and a bit of wine is back with WINERAM Productions.
Whitman Mission Preserve near Walla Walla, Washington
A pastoral preserve in modern times, the Whitman Mission site was the scene of sometimes troubled interactions between native Americans and the white missionaries. This historic site is a must-see part of any trip to southeast Washington state.
Ep 263: Oregon Overview
We finally cover Oregon State in the United States -- home of much Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and lots of other great emerging varietals. The state has some challenges, but it's a fascinating place and an essential part of the American wine landscape.
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Here are the show notes:
Oregon Overview:
4th in production after, CA, WA, NY. (third if you only consider vitis vinifera!) Oregon produces more than 39 different varietals, grows 82 The number of vineyards in Oregon has nearly doubled since 2005 70% of Oregon wineries produce fewer than 5,000 cases a year Location, Soils:
Most winegrowing is at 45˚ north latitude – same as Beaujolais, “Burgundy”, Côte d'Or is at 47˚N Soil is important: Marine Sedimentary: Willakenzie Volcanic (Basalt): Jory, Nekia Windblown Loess (Silts): Laurelwood Wine Types:
Pinot Noir is 58% of all plantings, 59% of production Other major varieties: Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon
Regions
Willamette Valley AVA
71% of wine production Largest AVA, nearly 600 wineries Grapes: Pinot, Pinot Gris, Chard, Pinot Blanc, Riesling, Cab, Gewurz, etc. Sub AVAs: Chehalem Mtns, Dundee Hills, Eola-Amity Hills, McMinnville, Yamhill-Carlton District, Ribbon Ridge (in Chehalem Mtns)
Southern Oregon AVA = Rogue Valley + Umpqua Valley
Umpqua Valley AVA: drainage basin of Umpqua River, not mtns
Warmer than Willamette, cooler than Rogue Tempranillo, Pinot, Pinot Gris, Cab, Chard, Riesling, Gruner Rogue Valley AVA Warmest, driest region Three valleys – different terroir
Columbia Gorge AVA
Straddles Columbia River of Oregon and Washington Wide variety of grapes: Syrah, Pinot, Chard, Gewurz, Zin, Cab, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Sangiovese
Columbia Valley AVA
Portions of northeastern Oregon Columbia Valley and Walla Walla Valley AVAs are within Washington state. - The Rocks District of Milton-Freewater is in both states Syrah, Merlot, Cab, Sangiovese, some Rhône stuff
Snake River Valley AVA
Principally located in Idaho, encompasses two large counties Eastern OR Different climate – cool, low rainfall, short growing season Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Chardonnay
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Visit Tri-Cities: The Heart of Washington Wine Country
The Tri-Cities, made up of the cities of Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland, lies at the heart of Washington States Wine Country. We are located in the hub of the Columbia Valley AVA (American Viticultural Area) where 99% of all of Washingtons wine grapes are grown. In fact, Benton County (home to Kennewick, Richland, Benton City, and Prosser) was recently named the largest grape growing region in the state of Washington. We truly offer visitors the opportunity to sample wines made from grapes grown in the area, a chance to roam through vineyards, and meet the winemakers and owners at more than 160 wineries within an hours drive. We have a number of wineries that offer eco-friendly wines, the first vineyard to be Certified Organic by Washington State Department of Agriculture, the oldest family-owned winery in the state sits in Pasco (also home to the Pacific Northwests largest corkscrew collection), and Washingtons first barrel caves were built on Red Mountain, just five minutes from Richland. There are great opportunities to experience the wineries during festivals throughout the year. Local wineries open up their doors to pair dark chocolate with their favorite red wine during Red Wine & Chocolate in February; visitors can preview and sample wineries straight from the barrels during Spring Barrel Tasting in April; and its always an experience to celebrate the bounty of harvest, see how wines are made, and participate in your very own grape stomp during Catch the Crush weekend in September. Most wineries are open year-round, offering free tastings to their visitors. And if they dont, most will waive the tasting fee with the purchase of wine.
Visit Tri-Cities: Sip, Chip, Take a Trip in the Heart of Washington Wine Country
The Tri-Cities, made up of the cities of Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland, lies at the heart of Washington States Wine Country. We are located in the hub of the Columbia Valley AVA (American Viticultural Area) where 99% of all of Washingtons wine grapes are grown. In fact, Benton County (home to Kennewick, Richland, Benton City, and Prosser) was recently named the largest grape growing region in the state of Washington. We truly offer visitors the opportunity to sample wines made from grapes grown in the area, a chance to roam through vineyards, and meet the winemakers and owners at more than 160 wineries within an hours drive. We have a number of wineries that offer eco-friendly wines, the first vineyard to be Certified Organic by Washington State Department of Agriculture, the oldest family-owned winery in the state sits in Pasco (also home to the Pacific Northwests largest corkscrew collection), and Washingtons first barrel caves were built on Red Mountain, just five minutes from Richland. There are great opportunities to experience the wineries during festivals throughout the year. Local wineries open up their doors to pair dark chocolate with their favorite red wine during Red Wine & Chocolate in February; visitors can preview and sample wineries straight from the barrels during Spring Barrel Tasting in April; and its always an experience to celebrate the bounty of harvest, see how wines are made, and participate in your very own grape stomp during Catch the Crush weekend in September. Most wineries are open year-round, offering free tastings to their visitors. And if they dont, most will waive the tasting fee with the purchase of wine.
The Wines of Washington
Updated January 2020. Originally published May 2014.
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5-Year-Old Accidentally Kills Brother In Walla Walla
5-Year-Old Accidentally Kills Brother In Walla Walla
Review of the State Allocation Model
This was recorded at Tacoma Community College on October 23, 2019.
Day 2 Welcome To Oregon
We will be passing through 4 states today. This was our early morning stop in Milton Freewater, Oregon.
Oregon Pinot Noir Tasting at Wine Watch
I remember my trip to Oregon in the summer of 1994 for the IPNC (International Pinot Noir Celebration) this is one of the best wine parties that I have ever attended. The festival is limited to 500 attendees as it is hosted by McMinnville College and that is all they can accommodate in their lecture facilities. I remember not only were the quality of the wines at the highest level but the people in attendance were some of the most passionate Pinot Noir lovers that I had ever come across. And although winemaking began in the 19th century in this state it is only recently that its potential has been recognized by the rest of the world.
It was in 1979 when serious wine producers started to look at the potential of this area as Eyrie Vineyards' 1975 South Block Pinot Noir placed in the top 10 of Burgundy-style wines at the Gault-Millau French Wine Olympiades, and was rated the top Pinot Noir. This send the news around the wine world and shortly after Robert Drouhin, head of Burgundy's legendary Maison Joseph Drouhin, was visiting America's west coast promoting the Drouhin Burgundies. The California wine industry was just starting to receive its first recognition back then, but there was little if anything going on in Oregon. Robert's first visit to the Northwest and its earliest vineyards left him with the impression that it quite possibly would be Oregon, not California, that would ultimately prove to be the best place to grow the great grape of Burgundy - Pinot noir.
Inspired by his trip to Oregon and the results of 1979 tasting that was held in Paris, where, for the first time, the best new Oregon Pinot noirs were tasted in competition with the finest Burgundies. Robert decided to hold his own blind tasting in 1980 at the Drouhin cellars in France, with several of the best Oregon Pinot noirs going up against the finest Drouhin Grand Crus. It was a Drouhin Grand Cru that took first place this time, but an Oregon wine (the now legendary 1975 Eyrie Vineyards South Block) placed 2nd by a very narrow margin with the French experts. News of this tasting brought the first widespread international attention to Oregon Pinot noir.
After a few years time Robert's daughter Véronique just graduated with an advanced degree in enology from the University of Dijon, and wanted to expand her experience by working in Oregon. Véronique interned with Adelsheim Vineyards, Bethel Heights, and Eyrie for the 1986 vintage. Later on, Robert mentioned to David Adelsheim that it might be interesting to buy a piece of land in Oregon, to see what it might produce. What started as a passing thought began its transformation into reality when Adelsheim phoned the Drouhins in Beaune not long thereafter to tell them of a property that was for sale that they might be interested in. The rest is history and with one of Burgundies foremost wine producing families moving to Oregon the writing was on the wall that this wine producing region would soon get its much deserved recognition as one of the world's premier Pinot Noir growing regions.
Today, the state of Oregon in the United States has established an international reputation for its production of wine. Oregon has several different growing regions within the state's borders which are well-suited to the cultivation of grapes; additional regions straddle the border between Oregon and the states of Washington and Idaho. Wine making dates back to pioneer times in the 1840s, with commercial production beginning in the 1960s.
American Viticultural Areas entirely within the state include the Willamette Valley, Southern Oregon, Umpqua Valley, and Rogue Valley AVAs. Parts of the Columbia Gorge, Walla Walla Valley, and Snake River Valley AVAs lie within Oregon. Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris are the top two grapes grown, with over 16,000 tons (14,515 metric tons) harvested in 2005. As of 2005, Oregon wine makers produced over 1.5 million cases combined.
Currently there are over 300 wineries in Oregon and a bustling tourism industry has developed around wine tasting. Much of the tourism focuses on the wineries and tasting rooms in and around the Yamhill Valley southwest of Portland.
You don't have to travel to Oregon to see some of the top wines being made here as we have brought the wines to you. Tonight we will taste over 30 of this state's top wines and Wine Watch Catering's Toni Lampasone is making a few tasty treats to accompany the tasting wines and the fee for this event is $35 + tax, for reservations call 954-523-9463.
Oregon Pinot Noir tasting at Wine Watch
Friday, April 19th
7pm
Best Places to Visit in Washington State
Best Places to Visit in Washington State
The Evergreen State, rounding out the northwest corner of the contiguous U.S., offers incredible opportunities in business, art, and the outdoors. For those who are just visiting, Washington State can be overwhelming to tackle. A good place to start is with the state’s top attractions, offering views, natural and man-made guaranteed to impress.
From famous sights in Seattle to undiscovered islands, bays and parks, Washington State is home to many beautiful places to visit. Plan a weekend trip to Spokane, Vancouver, Leavenworth, Ellensburg, Walla Walla and other unique towns surrounded by vineyards and stunning scenery. Here are the best places to visit in Washington State.
#1.Olympic National Park
#2.Seattle
#3.Mount Rainier National Park
#4.Mount Baker Highway
#5.The Coulee Corridor National Scenic Byway
#6. North Cascades Scenic Highway
#7.Mount St. Helens National Monument
#8.Spokane
#9.Walla Walla
#10.Friday Harbor, San Juan Island
Visit Tri-Cities: Endless Discoveries
The Tri-Cities is centrally located among all of the metropolitan areas of the Pacific Northwest.
We encourage you to take advantage of our ten premier golf courses, dozens of award winning wineries, museums, first-class shopping and abundant water recreation. The Tri-Cities average over 300 sunshine filled days per year making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts.
The Science of Good Taste -- Geology, Wine and Food
November public lecture, presented by Larry Meinert, Ph.D.
The Wines of Oregon
The Wines of Oregon by GuildSomm.
Spirit of the Inland Northwest
From the Rocky Mountains to the Cascades; from the Snake River to the headwaters of the mighty Columbia,Spirit of the Inland Northwest captures the stunning natural beauty of this immense landscape. Wildlife, famous landscape, a smattering of history --- this program brings it to you!
Hampton Inn Richland-Tri Cities - Richland Hotels, Washington
Hampton Inn Richland-Tri Cities 3 Stars Hotel in Richland, Washington Within US Travel Directory Set along the Columbia River in Richland, Washington and close to attractions including local wineries, this hotel features a free daily hot breakfast buffet along with a 24-hour indoor pool.
Thoughtful amenities at the Hampton Inn Richland-Tri Cities include in-room microwaves, mini-refrigerators and coffeemakers.
Guests can also take advantage of the on-site fitness centre as well as free in-room HBO film channels.
The Hanford Science Center and the Columbia Point Golf Course are located only a short distance from the Richland-Tri Cities Hampton Inn.
Columbia Point Marina Park is also nearby.
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Hampton Inn Richland-Tri Cities, Richland (Washington), USA HD review
Set along the Columbia River in Richland, Washington and close to attractions including local wineries, this hotel features a free daily hot breakfast buffet along with a 24-hour indoor pool.
Thoughtful amenities at the Hampton Inn Richland-Tri Cities include in-room microwaves, mini-refrigerators and coffeemakers. Guests can also take advantage of the on-site fitness center as well as free in-room HBO movie channels.
The Hanford Science Center and the Columbia Point Golf Course are located only a short distance from the Richland-Tri Cities Hampton Inn. Columbia Point Marina Park is also nearby.
Wine Valley golf trip 1
July 2011 golf trip
Zetetic Cosmogony; Earth A Static Plane
Conclusive Evidence That The World Is Not A Rotating Revolving Globe, But A Stationary Plane Circle.
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