Washington Wine Events Calendar
Events for
July 2009
- Advanced WSET Course offered by Fine Vintage
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- Dates:
- April 6, 2009 - July 13, 2009
- Location:
- The Yarrow Bay Grill in Kirkland, WA
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The WSET courses are considered to be the gold standard in wine education. This advanced level is perfect for those who have completed the intermediate course. Come and learn from Master of Wine James Cluer and our expert team. We make learning about wine fun and educational. The wines are excellent - you will taste over 120 wines! Register today - our courses sell out fast!
- Contact:
- James Cluer
- Phone:
- 1.866.379.4915
- Full Event Details
- Dogs Invited to Yappy Hour at Wenatchee Valley Winery
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- Dates:
- May 29, 2009 - October 30, 2009
- Location:
- Chateau Faire Le Pont Winery
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Yappy Hour is being held every Friday from 5-8 PM through October and has a $5 cover charge with all proceeds benefitting the Wenatchee Humane Society. Yappetizer hors d’oeuvre specials and no-host wine bar are available for humans and dog treats are provided by Petco. Adoptable pets looking for a home are brought by the Wenatchee Humane Society to play and enjoy the festivities. An average of 60-70 dogs attend weekly and the winery has placed several dogs in loving homes as a result of these events.
- Contact:
- Chateau Faire Le Pont Winery
- Phone:
- 509-667-9463
- Full Event Details
- Vino e Cinema Alfresco Film Nights at Col Solare
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- Dates:
- May 30, 2009 - August 15, 2009
- Location:
- Col Solare Winery, 50207 Antinori Road, Benton City WA
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Col Solare presents four evenings of outdoor cinema under the stars at our Red Mountain winery. Enjoy fine wines, gourmet snacks by Picazo House Catering, and fresh air while taking in a feature film on our big screen: Like Water for Chocolate (May 30), Big Night (June 27), Big Fish (July 18), and A Good Year (August 15). Advance tickets recommended and available at 509-588-2200 or info@colsolare.com. Attendees must be 21 and over.
- Contact:
- Wendi Warner
- Phone:
- 509-588-2200
- Full Event Details
- Barnard Griffin Winery: 5 for $5 at 5 pm
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- Date:
- July 1, 2009
- Location:
- Richland, WA
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BARNARD GRIFFIN WINERY
5 for $5 at 5 pm
Every Wednesday
Join us from 5 PM to 7 PM every Wednesday in our Richland Tasting Room for a different selection of 5 wines each week for your review and enjoyment. Light snacks will be paired with the wines selected.
Tasting Fee: $ 5.00
Tasting is free to Barnard Griffin Wine Cub members
You will also receive a 5% discount on any wine purchases between 5-7 pm each week. Wine Club Members will receive an additional 5% discount on their purchases.
Treat yourself. You deserve it.
- Contact:
- Kim Gravenslund
- Phone:
- 509-627-0266
- Full Event Details
- Patit Creek Cellars 4th of July New Release Weekend - 2008 Semillon ICE WINE
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- Dates:
- July 3, 2009 - July 6, 2009
- Location:
- 325 A Street, Walla Walla, WA 99362
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Come join us for the release of our 2008 Semillon Ice Wine! Prepare for the summer heat with a bottle of PATIT CREEK ICE!
Tues-Sat 11-5, Sun 11-4, Closed Monday
- Contact:
- Patit Creek Cellars
- Phone:
- 509-522-4684
- Full Event Details
- 4th of July Release Celebration of 2007 Petit Verdot
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- Date:
- July 4, 2009
- Location:
- Olsen Estates
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Come and celebrate the release of our 2007 Olsen Estates Petit Verdot. Enjoy savory tapas from noon to 10pm and watch the city of Prosser's spectactular fireworks from our patios perfect view!
- Contact:
- MarLisa Lochrie
- Phone:
- 509.786.7007
- Full Event Details
- Washington Wines Festival Wine Weekend
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- Dates:
- July 10, 2009 - July 12, 2009
- Location:
- Camp Corey, Carnation Farm
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Join us for the 18th annual Wine Weekend to benefit Camp Korey. Held at Camp Korey, Carnation Farm, the weekend will feature a performance by legendary singer/songwriter, Carole King and amazing Winemaker dinners with celebrity chefs including Tom Douglas and Jason Wilson as well as participation by more than 50 premium Washington state wineries.
- Contact:
- Suzanne Hight
- Phone:
- (206) 236-6167
- Full Event Details
- WOODHOUSE Chef Night
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- Date:
- July 10, 2009
- Location:
- Woodhouse Family Cellars
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Missy Will continues her "Chef Night" cooking classes with "Travels Through Spain," featuring food and wine pairings and recipes for all the participants. $75 per person, 6:30 pm
- Contact:
- missy will
- Phone:
- 425-636-8833
- Full Event Details
- Lavender Celebration Tour of Wineries
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- Dates:
- July 11, 2009 - July 19, 2009
- Location:
- Olympic Peninsula, Washington
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new hidden gems - six award winning artisan wineries on the scenic North Olympic Peninsula.
Tickets for this self guided tour are available in advance or at the door for just $25.00 and entitle you to a special commemorative wine glass and complimentary wine tasting at each winery during this 10 day event. Ticket and glass packages sold at the participating wineries during the event are available on a first come basis. Tickets are not required and you may visit any winery and participate by paying a small fee at each establishment. Get your ticket stamped at all 6 wineries and be eligible to enter our gift basket drawing. While children are allowed in the tasting rooms, you must be 21 or over to purchase tickets and/or participate in wine tasting. All ticket sales are non-refundable.
Be sure and visit us at the Wine & Beer Garden at the Festival Street Fair during the Lavender Festival July 17, 18, & 19, 2009. The Street Fair is located in downtown Sequim at the south end of the food court, close to the performance stage and the buses for the farm tours. A selection of two wines from each winery will be available for tasting, by the glass or to purchase by the bottle.
- Contact:
- Vicki Corson
- Phone:
- (800)785-5495
- Full Event Details
- Ohme Gardens Wine Gala
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- Date:
- July 11, 2009
- Location:
- Ohme Gardens, Wenatchee, WA
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It's THE garden party of the summer! Enjoy award-winning wines from North Central Washington's premium estate-grown vintners, complimented by food from NCW's very best restaurants, held at Ohme Gardens, one of the most picturesque locations in Washington. Help celebrate Ohme Garden's 80th Anniversary with music, wine and food that will surely be an evening to remember. This gala event will be held July 11 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Ticket prices are $100 per couple, $75 singles. Order tickets online at www.columbiariverwine.com. Brought to you by Columbia River Wine Country and Cherry Creek Radio.
- Contact:
- Jan Lutz
- Phone:
- (509)669-5808
- Full Event Details
- Afternoon of Food & Wine
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- Date:
- July 11, 2009
- Location:
- DiStefano Winery
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Two of our wines are featured in the new 4th Edition of Eat & Drink book. Authors - Melissa Peterman and Marcus Pape, will be at the winery on July 11 to pair delicious summer appetizers with our wines. Check out the pairings:
~ Watercress Pesto and Summer Tomato Crostini paired with 2008 Sauvignon Blanc ~
~ Marinated Lamb Skewers on a bed of Caesar Salad paired with 2005 Syrah R ~
We will be offering the following packages at 15% discount:
1 bottle of each wine ~ 2008 Sauvignon Blanc and 2005 Syrah R and
1 Eat & Drink book of your choice of any of the 4 editions
Regular Price $58.94 Sale Price $50.10
RSVP for this event by sending an email with number of people in your group to alla@distefanowinery.com
- Contact:
- Alla Kostenko
- Phone:
- 425.487.1648
- Full Event Details
- Airfield Estates Winemaker's Dinner @ Bonefish Grill
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- Date:
- July 13, 2009
- Location:
- Bonefish Grill Restaurant, Richland, WA
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1ST COURSE
Sea Scallops on the Half Shell paired with Airfield Estates Riesling.
2ND COURSE
Vietnamese Pong paired with Airfield Estates 2008 Gewürztraminer.
3RD COURSE
Stone Fruit Salad paired with Airfield Estates Pinot Gris.
4TH COURSE
Coffee Rubbed Rib Eye with Blue Cheese paired with Airfield Estates 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon.
5TH COURSE
Decadent array of Select Chocolates paired with Airfield Estates 2007 Bombshell.
6TH COURSE
Chocolate Well with Raspberry paired with Airfield Estates 2007 Aviator Blend.
COST
$85 per person
TICKETS
Available online at www.airfieldwines.com.
- Contact:
- Amy Sonnichsen
- Phone:
- (509) 786-7401
- Full Event Details
- Wine Notes Wednesdays - July 15
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- Date:
- July 15, 2009
- Location:
- Columbia Winery
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Woodinville Wine Country invites you to taste world-class wines from Woodinville's top rated wineries. Wine Notes Wednesday will provide you with the perfect opportunity to identify wineries that you will want to visit throughout the summer. Wine Notes attendees will enjoy wines from over 20 wineries, light hors d' oeuvres and live music by "Nice Legs".
Tickets: $30 online, $40 walk-ins
Purchase tickets at www.woodinvillewinecountry.com
- Contact:
- Cynthia Daste
- Phone:
- 425.205.4394
- Full Event Details
- Italian Night at the Villa
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- Date:
- July 16, 2009
- Location:
- Chandler Reach Winery in Benton City, WA
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Italian Night at the Villa sells out quickly. Call now to make your reservations! Enjoy a gourmet four-course dinner with appetizers while sipping on award-winning Chandler Reach wine. 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Ciao!
- Contact:
- Shelbey Schatz
- Phone:
- 509.588.8800
- Full Event Details
- An Evening on Red Mountain - Food and Wine Pairing Night
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- Date:
- July 16, 2009
- Location:
- Fidelitas Visitor's Center, Red Mountain
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Join Chef Andy from Castle Catering at Fidelitas for an evening of food and wine pairing on Red Mountain. Enjoy live music from Eddy Manzanare's Band as you stroll between tasting tables of outstanding dishes paired with Fidelitas wines. Nibble on innovative, fresh summer foods and learn how they can pair with both white and red wines. Chat with Charlie, Andy and the other folks from Fidelitas and Castle for a fun, and educational, evening.
- Contact:
- Jess Affolter
- Phone:
- 509.628.6510
- Full Event Details
- Kirkland Uncorked
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- Dates:
- July 17, 2009 - July 19, 2009
- Location:
- 25 Lakeshore Plaza Drive, Kirkland, WA
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Guests will explore their passions and revel in the presence of true artisans at Kirkland Uncorked, a festival of art, style and taste July 17-19 at Marina Park.
Spend the weekend on the shores of Lake Washington tasting the best the Northwest has to offer in food and wine. Uncorked allows you to taste over 30 Washington wines from the comfort and luxury of Marina Park’s Tasting and Lifestyle Garden. Over 13 restaurants will serve over 7,000 free bite size feasts throughout the weekend. Sample the delectable flavors and see the preparation behind the delicious masterpieces with tips from the chefs themselves during Grilling Demonstrations by Russell Dean Lowell Catering, Tulalip Resort and Casino, Barking Frog, Emmer, and Trellis throughout the weekend. From a sip to a taste, uncorked will tantalize your senses.
The sun won’t be the only thing heating up Marina Park. Watch as Master Chefs Aaron Valimont of Oceanaire Seafood Room, Franz Junga of Il Fornaio, and Scott Lents of bin on the lake go head-to-head in quest of grilling glory during the third annual Grilling Competition Saturday at 5:00pm. Watch as the culinary masterminds turn up the heat and battle to hold the title of “Master of the Grill.”
For those looking for a break from the grape, or in need of more horsepower, both can be found at Kirkland Uncorked. Take a stroll down Kirkland Avenue to view over 60 plus artists. From jewelry to paintings, the street will be turned into an art lover’s paradise. The Seattle Boat Show makes port at Kirkland Uncorked’s Marina Park all weekend; these posh yachts welcome guests aboard for tours and a sneak peak into a floating life of luxury. Also sailing to the shores of Marina Park will be the Tall Ship Lady Washington, known as the official ship of the State of Washington. Guests can purchase Sunset and Adventure sails on the historical ship throughout the weekend. On Sunday, the Kirkland Classic Car Show will feature hundreds of classic hotrods painting their own pictures of style and power.
- Contact:
- Kelly Pflugrath
- Phone:
- 206.633.0422
- Full Event Details
- Horse Heaven Hills Wine Growers Trail Drive
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- Date:
- July 18, 2009
- Location:
- Alderdale/Paterson, WA
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Horse Heaven Hills Wine Growers 4th Annual Trail Drive & BBQ. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. BBQ from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Take a drive through the Horse Heaven Hills taste wonderful wines at our local wineries & tasting rooms. Participating stops include Columbia Crest Winery, Canoe Ridge Estate, Alexandria Nicole Cellars, Heaven's Cave, Canyon's Edge Winery, Chateau Champoux Tours & Tasting and McKinley Springs Winery. Enjoy a BBQ dinner, wine tasting (with Coyote Canyon Winery, Martinez & Martinez Winery and Robert Karl Cellars), music & prizes next to the mighty Columbia River at Crow Butte Park (Under the auspices of the Washington Wine Industry Foundation) Tickets for adults are $40 presale before July 11, 2009. $50 after July 11, 2009. For other ticket prices call 509-894-4528 or visit our website at
www.horseheavenhillswinegrowers.org
- Contact:
- Sandy Rowell
- Phone:
- 509-894-4528
- Full Event Details
- Cave B Estate Winery's Red Wine Release Event
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- Date:
- July 18, 2009
- Location:
- Cave B Estate Winery
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One of Cave B’s largest summer events, the Annual Red Wine Release event is a true wine country experience. This public event will feature the release of Winemaker Freddy Arredondo’s prized red wines, including the Bourdeaux blend Cuvee du Soleil, and a frequent top-scoring Syrah. Guests are invited to participate in any or all of the following activities:
The day will kick-off with the first-ever “Cave B People’s Choice Rating Event”: an opportunity for contestants to taste and rate different varietals.
Then, Tendrils Executive Chef Shauna Scriver will share some tricks of the trade with a cooking demonstration, followed-by a BBQ luncheon paired with newly-released Cave B Estate red wines—all enjoyed to the sound of live music.
The event also incluces Northwest Wining & Dining book signing by Braiden Rex-Johnson. Rex-Johnson is a cuisine and wine specialist and wine pairing columnist for Wine Press Northwest, former food editor at Seattle Homes & Lifestyles magazine and a bestselling cookbook author.
Tickets for the Annual Red Wine Release Event are $49 per person plus tax and include the People’s Choice Rating Event, cooking demonstration, live music and BBQ lunch with pairings. The Spa at SageCliffe will be offering special pricing on their “Vinotherapy” treatment. For information please call Cave B Inn at SageCliffe at 509.785.2283.
For event tickets, contact Cave B Estate Winery at (509) 785-3500 or visit www.caveb.com.
- Contact:
- Cave B Estate Winery
- Phone:
- (509) 785-3500
- Full Event Details
- After Hours at Terra Blanca
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- Date:
- July 18, 2009
- Location:
- Terra Blanca Winery & Estate Vineyard
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The first one we had in June packed the patio and rocked the house. Grab a few friends and come to our terrace for wine, food, and a picture perfect sunset. Local pianist Scott Stallings will be performing. Cheese and meat plates for purchase.
- Contact:
- Dawn Vargo
- Phone:
- 509-588-6082 ext. 105
- Full Event Details
- Wine Tour de France with Sommelier Dieter Schafer
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- Dates:
- July 21, 2009 - July 28, 2009
- Location:
- South Seattle Community College, 6000 - 16th Avenue SW, Seattle
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The bicycle Tour de France is in full swing! Join Francophile/Francophone Sommelier Dieter Schafer as your guide and tour through ten French regions and taste wine from ten grape varieties.
The French grape varieties are compared to the grapes grown in Washington and the Wines produced here.
Class includes "A Crush Course in Effective Wine Tasting," lots of wine vocabulary to help you describe what you see and smell and taste, a bit of history and geography of the regions, best wine-buying strategies, wine-and-food pairing guidelines, correct serving techniques and temperature, and hints for proper storing and aging. Tasting each session. For details please go to www.Hospitality-and-Wine-Education.com .
2 Tuesdays, July 21-28, 2009, 6-9 pm.
$74 per person.
Preregistration required 206-764-5339.
Info WineDieter@cs.com
- Contact:
- Dieter Schafer
- Phone:
- 425-865-9907
- Full Event Details
- "Washington Wines and Wineries" with Dieter Schafer
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- Dates:
- July 25, 2009 - August 15, 2009
- Location:
- South Seattle Community College. 6000 - 16th Avenue SW, Seattle
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Know the wines of Washington State! This 12-hour course is perfect for beginners. The course is taught by longtime Auction of Washington Wines Guest Sommelier Dieter Schafer and includes a visit to area wineries. Learn by tasting wines from all nine Washington viticultural areas. Course covers fundamentals of winemaking and includes wine buying, serving and enjoying. Recommended Book: "Washington Wines and Wineries" by Paul Gregutt. Tasting each session. For details please go to www.Hospitality-and-Wine-Education.com .
4 Saturdays, July 25-August 15, 2009, 12-3 pm.
$113 per person.
Preregistration required 206-764-5339.
Info WineDieter@cs.com
- Contact:
- Dieter Schafer
- Phone:
- 206-764-5339
- Full Event Details
- Jazz on the Deck
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- Date:
- July 25, 2009
- Location:
- DiStefano Winery
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July 25, Saturday, 5-8pm
The event will take place outside our tasting room, where you can enjoy jazz performed by amazingly talented local jazz musicians, lots of good wine and food! Bottle, glass pours and small appetizers will be available for purchase during the event.
The cost is $20 (tax included) per person and it includes two glasses of wine of your choice & cover fee for music. To make a reservation, email alla@distefanowinery.com or call 425.487.1648. The space is limited to 100 people, please make your reservation in advance as the event will book up fast.
- Contact:
- Alla Kostenko
- Phone:
- 425.487.1648
- Full Event Details
