Across eastern Washington, vineyards and wineries are quietly evolving. After decades dominated by classic Bordeaux and Rhône white wines, a vibrant new star has arrived: Vermentino. Commonly linked with Mediterranean climates, this grape was first cultivated in Italy...
As you pass the Walla Walla Regional Airport and approach the boundary of the Airport District, you’ll notice a row of five identical buildings distinguished by their vibrant color schemes. While they might look like industrial barns from the outside, these...
Sara Higgins on transition, advocacy, sustainability — and what comes next The Washington Winegrowers Association is a nonprofit serving the Washington grape and wine industry. They assist approximately 1,100 members through public and political advocacy, supporting...
Even Johansen has a strong connection to his Norwegian roots through wine. His father, who moved to Washington from Norway to oversee his employer’s fishing operations in Chile, Argentina and Uruguay, introduced him to wine. When his father returned from business...
In the heart of downtown Walla Walla, a century-old rail freight storage building has been reborn as the Drayman House — a place that elevates the concept of a wine storage facility. Co-owner Chelsea Tennyson, who manages the space with her husband, Tyler, describes...
In a quiet residential area of south Walla Walla, something covert is happening. Behind an unassuming home, fluorescent-color string once traversed a backyard like tripwires, marking the future rows of what would become one of Walla Walla’s most unique...
The under-45 wine lover seeks more than just a great bottle of wine. They want stories, honesty and experiences that align with their values and lifestyles. By embracing these priorities, wineries like Grosgrain Vineyards in Walla Walla, Washington, are not just...
Looking for a fun and easy way to host a food and wine pairing party? Instead of laboring in the kitchen or defaulting to a charcuterie and cheese board — which in many instances won’t complement the wines — how about seasoned popcorn instead? Understanding how...
Cellarmasters are relatively unknown and unheralded members of a winemaking team. They are responsible for organizing and overseeing daily cellar operations. Cellarmasters are jacks-of-all-trades with a seemingly never-ending list of crucial tasks to accomplish...
Scott and Vicki Nokleby decided to make a mid-life career change and move to the Walla Walla Valley in 2020. Opening a winery was not part of the plan. After an exhaustive search they found the perfect spot and purchased a farm located in the Blue Mountain foothills...
