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The Washington Wine Community continues to grow. On Friday, the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau published the final rule, establishing Rocky Reach as Washington’s 20th American Viticultural Area, better known as AVA. “We are extremely pleased to have the Rocky Reach AVA approved,” said David and Michelle Dufenhorst, who own Rocky Pond Winery and two vineyards located within the AVA. “Thi

The Washington State Wine Commission launched a New Website and mobile app just in time for Washington Wine Month. Digital Programs Manager Bretty Rawson said they are very excited about their latest venture. “It's essentially Washington wine country in your back pocket. It's the guide ...

Earlier this year, the state of Washington was awarded two additional AVAs, or American Vinicultural Areas. White Bluffs and The Burn of Columbia Valley are now officially defined as designated wine grape-growing regions. To qualify for this designation, a region must be unique and distinguishable by features like climate, soil, elevation and physical features to qualify as an AVA ...

What relationship do the environment and alcoholic drinks have? Oregon State University's Dustin Herb talks about the latest research trying to address that question? If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekmedia... Read More ...

For the second time this month, the state of Washington has been awarded another American Viticultural Area. It was made official Friday, as the Final Rule for the Candy Mountain AVA was published, buy the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau ...

The Washington wine industry hit a major milestone recently.  According to the Washington State liquor and Cannabis Board, the Evergreen state has surpassed the 1,000 active winery licenses mark.   “To think about where we started and where we are today is absolutely thrilling,” said Steve Warner, President of Washington State Wine. “From humble beginni...

The Washington wine industry hit a major milestone recently.  According to the Washington State liquor and Cannabis Board, the Evergreen state has surpassed the 1,000 active winery licenses mark.   “To think about where we started and where we are today is absolutely thrilling,” said Steve Warner, President of Washington State Wine. “From humble beginni...

Central Washington’s Dan Newhouse has been tapped to serve as co-chair of the Congressional Wine Caucus.  He’ll work alongside California Democrat Mike Thompson to “protect the interests of our vibrant wine community from grape to glass”.  Newhouse said it’s an hono...