United Kingdom writer, Suzanne Taylor of the Daily Express, took a look at some of the big trends heading over the pond. One trend followed the growth of chocolate and wine pairings, bringing specific attention to Chocolate Shop brand wines when saying, “wine and chocolate aren’t natural bedfellows. Until now, that is. Chocolate Shop wine …
Chuck Byers, wine writer and consultant for Oshawa This Week claims that “Washington State produces excellent wine.” In a recent dinner for Washington wine-pairings held in Toronto, Canada, a Washington Hills Late Harvest Riesling was served to accompany the dessert course! Read the full article here. http://www.durhamregion.com/opinion-story/5813384-washington-state-produces-excellent-wine/
In his article “Wines for Oysters and Mussels” that was released online through Wines Northwest, Chuck Hill wrote: “By now, you have decided if you are an oyster lover or if you prefer steamed mussels – maybe you like both! There are hundreds of great white wines to enjoy with these ‘fruits de mer’ offering …
Eric Degerman, writer for Great Northwest Wine, recently took a look at The Daily Meal’s list of the “101 Best Wineries in America.” According to the numbers, out of the “approximately 8,500 wineries in America (including 750+ in Washington alone),” 9 of the top 101 wineries in the country come from Washington. Two other wineries …
Copyright 7.13.15 M. Shanken Communications Washington state wines have made impressive progress in the U.S. market lately, with the category now accounting for more than 12.5 million cases overall. The state’s easy-drinking red blends are gaining traction, including brands like Composition ($14 a 750-ml. bottle) from E.&J. Gallo’s Columbia Winery and Pendulum ($18) from Precept …