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Re: Michael Savage Is Pushing Local Wine in Wild, Accessible Directions

PaulGWine — Fri, 27 Sep 2019 17:59:17 -0000

I just drank a Savage Grace 2012 Sauvignon Blanc. Stunningly good! As close to old school Cotat Sancerre as any New World wine can get. At 7years old it was remarkably fresh and alive.

Re: Tim Atkin MW | Articles | Ageing wine critics

PaulGWine — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 12:26:01 -0000

Señor Hose - I can't argue with any of this. But even a tart young wine critic can suffer from TCA - reviews that are tossed off, conceited and ambiguous. Age may not bring wisdom, but it does bring perspective. Just sayin'...

Re: The Bar Code: Is Washington the New Rhone

PaulGWine — Fri, 25 Oct 2013 13:03:37 -0000

Great question, and one which I have addressed at length in my book. In my view, there is no going back at this point. WA can't magically pick one or two grapes to focus on, except in terms of specific promotions/events (such as Riesling Renaissance). Those are valuable and educational, but will not, I believe, dissuade winemakers and the trade from exploring the many interesting viticultural trails to explore in this most-blessed wine region.

Re: The Bar Code: Is Washington the New Rhone

PaulGWine — Wed, 23 Oct 2013 20:56:20 -0000

Yo Zach - what grape "defines" the region of France? Or Italy? Or Spain? Or California? Washington is long past the experimenting phase. It's proven. Yes, experimentation continues, as it should in a developing wine country. Let it be what it is - a unique place that can make brilliant wines from a wide variety of grapes.

Re: Pre Conf

PaulGWine — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 19:59:33 -0000

Sorry, not true. Walla Walla has plenty of inexpensive motels, and they are only crowded during specific weekends when the college is having a graduation or reunion, or on a handful of wine-event weekends.

Re: Pre Conf

PaulGWine — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 13:48:17 -0000

Hot Poop is definitely one of the many stellar surprises that await the unsuspecting visitor to W2. But I return to my original point - Woodinville is mostly suburban housing, clogged roads, and tiny tasting rooms in warehouses. Sure there are some great wines and fun people, along with the heavy hitters (Ste. Michelle, Columbia, DeLille, etc.) But Walla Walla is truly beautiful, walkable AND driveable, loaded with lifestyle and charm, exciting vineyard projects, and well over 100 wineries. Unless, as some bloggers claim, all you are going to do is sit in a conference room and chat about - well, chatting - then Walla Walla is clearly the right destination. I have never known or heard from anyone who made the trek east who didn't love the place.

Re: Pre Conf

PaulGWine — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:14:33 -0000

Actually I think it's maybe even a little quicker drive from Portland, especially from the Portland airport. And the trip thru the Gorge is beyond spectacular. There would be plenty of opportunity to set up a visit to some wineries on the way, and still get to Walla2 in good time. I can also help set up some special tasting opportunities; with the help of the Wine Alliance and the College of course. Exciting stuff!

Re: Pre Conf

PaulGWine — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 18:17:20 -0000

I am the author of "Washington Wines & Wineries - the Essential Guide (UC Press) and also have a blog (currently under revision) at www.paulgregutt.com. I've been writing about wine with a NW focus since the mid-1980s. So, a little crispy for your demographic, but hey, I also play guitar!

Also, since I live half time in Seattle and half just outside of Walla Walla, both locations work for me. Either location would be an excellent choice for a good overview of the industry, but Walla Walla is far more charming and has the vineyards also. The traffic in Seattle is horrible, and you'd be dealing with it. Walla Walla is a pleasure to drive around, and there's good food too. Anyway, thanks for choosing Washington state for your confernce. I'd be happy to participate as a panelist since you are coming to my home turf. Let me know what works for you.
Cheers,
PaulG
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