Malbec is poised to become the state’s next breakout grape Copyright 6.29.15 Harvey Steiman, Wine Spectator Through the 2008 vintage, I reviewed a grand total of two dozen Washington Malbecs. Early successes included outstanding ratings (90 points or higher on the Wine Spectator 100-point scale) for a 2005 from Barnard Griffin and 2006s from Novelty …
Each year the Seattle Times publishes its cherished roster of what its tasting panel merits the best wines in the Northwest. Price aside, all wines vie for a coveted spot on the Top 50 list. This year, 2014, Waterbrook 2012 Malbec, found nationwide for $14 or less, made #16 on the list. Critic Andy Perdue …
“Best Buy! Two of Precept Wine’s stalwart sites — Canyon Vineyard Ranch in the Yakima Valley and Doval Vineyard on the Wahluke Slope — pave the way for winemaker John Freeman to produce a stunning wine from a dream vintage with a buzzworthy variety and offered at an utterly remarkable price. The nose offers hints …
Ready to try something different? That was the takeaway from Wine Spectator’s Jan. 31-Feb. 28, 2014 issue, which compelled its readers to discover wines from unexpected places in its Editors’ Picks 2014. In the mix was a rally cry for Malbec from outside of Argentina, including the 91-point-scoring Waterbrook 2010 Reserve Malbec ($24). Washington Editor …
Waterbrook 30th Anniversary Winemaker Dinner January 18 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm WALLA WALLA, Wash. — Waterbrook will celebrate its 30th anniversary with a winemaker dinner featuring executive chef Jose Gutierrez and winemaker John Freeman. The Waterbrook Tasting Room provides the backdrop while our culinary team presents an elegant five-course menu paired with …