Tag Archives: Wine tasting

Balboa Winery Walla Walla, WA

Posted on July 26, 2023 by notjustgrapes_co83cy

One of my favorite areas in Walla Walla is the Pepper Bridge area. We often will taste at North Star, Pepper Bridge, Sleight of Hand or Saviah Cellars. So I was very excited to try Balboa Winery. Even though this … Continue reading →

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Dumas Station

Posted on July 18, 2023 by notjustgrapes_co83cy

Dayton, WA On a recent trip from Montana, we came from the east and discovered Dumas Station approximately 20 miles from Walla Walla in Dayton, WA. This former apple packing plant and train station is now a charming family-owned winery … Continue reading →

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Maison Bleue Winery

Posted on July 6, 2023 by notjustgrapes_co83cy

Walla Walla, WA Last week we were in Walla Walla and wanted to try some new wineries that we had never tasted. This turned out to be an excellent idea. We discovered Maison Bleue on Second Avenue right downtown. We … Continue reading →

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Figgins Family Wine October Release Party

Posted on October 7, 2015 by notjustgrapes_co83cy

On Saturday, October 3rd Figgins held their annual Fall Release Party and they did not disappoint. This was our third year attending (we have begun to reschedule our October trip to Maui around it) and I believe this was their … Continue reading →

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One Wine – Exceptional Wine

Posted on September 25, 2015 by notjustgrapes_co83cy

Last weekend was my second visit to One Wine in Chelan. This visit was just as terrific as the previous one. The tasting room is very different than most tasting rooms. Located in downtown Chelan (I think they are the … Continue reading →

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Ventimiglia Cellars – A Hidden Gem in Walla Walla

Posted on July 27, 2015 by notjustgrapes_co83cy

We are always looking for that hidden gem of a winery that most people don’t know about yet. Must be our pioneer spirit. On a recent visit to Lake Chelan, our friends, Leslie and Chip, took us off the beaten … Continue reading →

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Efeste was a “Final Final” Visit for Me

Posted on September 29, 2014 by notjustgrapes_co83cy

A good friend of mine recently discovered a reasonably priced wine that she really liked. It is called “Final Final” from Efeste. Since we were heading to her home for dinner, we made a quick stop by the Woodinville tasting … Continue reading →

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Waterbrook is a “sure thing” for wine tasters

Posted on October 1, 2011 by notjustgrapes_co83cy

If you are out tasting and want a “sure thing”one of the nicest tasting rooms in the Walla Walla area can be found at Waterbrook. It is a gorgeous facility that is always fun to visit for a tasting. Personally, … Continue reading →

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Chateau Ste Michelle’s Druthers

Posted on October 1, 2011 by notjustgrapes_co83cy

I had the opportunity to attend the Chateau Ste Michelle members release last week (Thank you Steve). I  am big fan  of the Chateau Ste Michelle concert series, but have not tasted their wines recently. The winery is gorgeous and they have … Continue reading →

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Obelisco Scores 91 Points!

Posted on October 1, 2011 by notjustgrapes_co83cy

Congratulations to Obelisco on their pick of the day: May. 26, 2011 OBELISCO Red Mountain 2008 Red Wine (90 points, $30) (91 points Enthusiast) Vibrant, supple and distinctive for its meaty, creamy overtones around a core of gentle plum and spice, … Continue reading →

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