After trying tequila for the first time, 16th century Spanish conquistador Bernal Díaz del Castillo wrote in his journal that the spirit was the “nectar of the Aztec gods, a beverage so lovely it...
Angela Prosper
Recipe: Columbia Crest H3 Raspberry Cabernet Torte
For the last six years, Juan Muñoz-Oca has been heading the 1.2 million-case production of Columbia Crest's Paterson, Washington, winery. As the third largest producer in the state, the collection —...
Washington Winemaker Profile: Dan Brink of Pomeroy Cellars
Along the North Clark County Scenic Drive, on the grounds of a 117-year-old homestead, the next Pomeroy generation is busy adding his mark to the family legacy. Winemaker Dan Brink is the...
5 Fast Facts: Washington State Wine
If you haven't heard the good news, it's Washington State Wine Month. To celebrate the season and fit in with the pros, we've compiled some basic knowledge and five fast facts* for you to tout when...
The Effect of Wildfires on a Vintage
If you’ve been almost anywhere in the Pacific Northwest over the last week, you’ve noticed a persistent and unpleasant haze, the highly visible effect of massive wildfires in British Columbia. While...
A Seattle Take on Tales of the Cocktail
It was the 15th anniversary of Tales of the Cocktail this year and there was a lot to celebrate! Founded in 2002 by Ann Tuennerman, this gathering of cocktail lovers has grown into the world’s...