A Little Taste of The Grape
The Taste of Walla Walla wine tasting rolls into Seattle on Monday, March 12th, giving me an opportunity to support one of my favorite causes (FareStart) and to drink one of my favorite beverages (red wine). How can you go wrong with a combination like that?!
The Walla Walla Valley, home to more than 60 wineries and vineyards, has favorable climate, soil, and conditions to have produced some nationally and internationally acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah. Other grape varieties coming from the Walla Walla Valley include Chardonnay, Semillon, Cabernet Franc, and Sangiovese.
Chalk it up to the northerly latitude, and the long days of sunshine, balanced with colder nights. It is, evidently, just what the grapes need to develop their flavor and complexity. All good things that go into the making of wine.
Although a trip to Walla Walla gives you the full experience of the beautiful valley, the historic architecture, and feel of community, you can have a small taste of that experience at the Taste of Walla Walla. You can sample wines from over 40 wineries, meet and mingle with the winemakers, learn about wines and discover what you like best, AND, this may be the best part – support the wonderful efforts of FareStart.
Location: Columbia Tower Club, 701 Fifth Avenue, 75th floor (downtown). Directions here.
Date & Time: Monday, March 12th, 2007, 5-7:30 pm. An option educational session precedes the events, 4:30-5 pm.
Admission: $65, plus tax, per person. Available online or by calling (509) 526-3117.
What are you waiting for? Get your tickets today.
Photo credit: SXC
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February 27th, 2007 at 6:54 pm
Oh, I love tasting events. My dream is to drive the California wine trail in my RV.
We do have some acceptable grapes in Texas. In fact, grapes are replacing oil in our economy.
Here from the Carnival of Cities.
February 27th, 2007 at 7:20 pm
I’ve spent some time in California wine country, but am hoping to make it back there before another year passes.
I have some favorites to go back to, as well as some places that I haven’t managed to get to yet.
Although I’m a big fan of red wine, there’s also some great champagne-style wine options to check out.