Bartholomew Winery is located in Seattle, WA in the Old Rainier Brewery. There is a South Seattle Artisan Wine movement and part of me wanted to experience artisan wine and part of me wanted to check out the historic landmark. The tasting room is open every Saturday and Sunday from Noon - 5pm, and was… Continue reading Bartholomew Winery Visit and Tasting
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Swirl with Your Girls at Columbia Winery, Enjoying Great Wine and Great Company
On Friday night, I went to Swirl with your Girls at Columbia Winery. A friend of mine, Kim Brunskill, is a member of their wine club and was able to score the tickets. Not knowing what to expect, I made sure to where my gold glitter "barbie" shoes (platform stillettos), downplayed by black jeans and… Continue reading Swirl with Your Girls at Columbia Winery, Enjoying Great Wine and Great Company
Abel Clement Rose: Let Rosé Season Commence!
Rosé is a good warm weather wine. Since it is served cold, it is refreshing, but not too sweet. A nice combination of red and white wines. This summer, I have decided to make a point of trying many different Rosé's. Mother's Day weekend in Seattle was beautiful and warm. It was the perfect excuse… Continue reading Abel Clement Rose: Let Rosé Season Commence!
Winery Advertising, Social Media and the FTC
The FTC has decided to review its policy in regards to alcoholic beverage company advertising and social media. OK, makes sense - I am sure it is antiquated, as-are most government policies and regulations. However, it looks like the government may be taking it a bit too far - in an article by Michael Doyle,… Continue reading Winery Advertising, Social Media and the FTC
Barrister Winery Tour and Tasting – A Wonderful Experience Part 2
And finally - Part 2, the tour of Barrister Winery. Our tour guide was winemaker/owner Greg Lipsker, an excellent guide and teacher. We started the tour in the area where they press the wine every fall. Greg explained that Barrister Winery leases rows of grapes from various vineyards in the Columbia Valley. They decide both… Continue reading Barrister Winery Tour and Tasting – A Wonderful Experience Part 2
Maison Blueu Granache – a Delicious and Smooth Red Wine
I read a review of Maison Bleue by Paul Gregutt. Gregutt's description of the wine sounded so wonderful, that I had to give it a try: They are distinctive, immaculate, fragrant, complex, evocative, one might even say definitive wines – and they sell for a fraction of what competitors of comparable quality generally charge. When… Continue reading Maison Blueu Granache – a Delicious and Smooth Red Wine
Barrister Winery Tour and Tasting – A Wonderful Experience Part 1
Over Easter weekend, my brothers, sister-in-law and I went on a tour of Barrister Winery in Spokane, WA. I was very excited to go tour a winery - the last time I toured a winery, it didn't mean much to me. Now, I had a little bit better understanding of the industry and was looking… Continue reading Barrister Winery Tour and Tasting – A Wonderful Experience Part 1
Wine Tasting Experts vs the Average Wine Consumer – Is there Hope for the Rest of Us?
There has been quite a bit of discussion surrounding (and bashing) wine experts. There is a feeling of hostility towards the experts, and I am sure there is a suspicion that these experts are being bought off by wineries, especially the more expensive ones. I am neutral when it comes to this issue. Maybe it… Continue reading Wine Tasting Experts vs the Average Wine Consumer – Is there Hope for the Rest of Us?
What Does It Mean When a Wine is Corked?
"Corked" I have heard the term a few times and I really don't know what that means. I have asked and have been told it means the wine has been tainted by the cork, making the wine bad and undrinkable. I have also been told that I will know when the wine is "corked". But… Continue reading What Does It Mean When a Wine is Corked?
Columbia Winery 2001 Otis Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon and Other Tasting Notes
Our second stop on my recent Woodinville tasting trip was to the Columbia Winery. As I mentioned in my earlier post, I went with my brother Seth, who also did an excellent summary of our tastings. Pulling into the parking lot, the winery was exactly what one would expect when tasting wine - a large… Continue reading Columbia Winery 2001 Otis Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon and Other Tasting Notes
The Splendid Grape 