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Join us for Taste WA March 25th-26th

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Find more info at http://tastewashington.org/grand-tasting-2016/

This two-day tasting event gathers over 235 Washington wineries, 65 top restaurants, renowned local and national chefs, and more – all for the enjoyment of your taste buds.Watch celebrity chefs flaunt their skills on the Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan Chef’s Stage, slurp freshly-shucked oysters at AQUA by El Gaucho’s oyster bar, and of course, sip and savor tastes from the region’s best wineries and restaurants.

It’s near impossible to sample everything at the Grand Tasting, but the most determined wine- and food-lovers will certainly try. Thank goodness we give you two days to enjoy the very best Washington State has to offer.

And don’t forget! Grand Tasting VIP ticketholders receive early access, with a special VIP-only hour from 1pm – 2pm on both Saturday and Sunday.

Victor Palencia Named in Americas Top 40 under 40!

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Born in Mexico and raised in Prosser, Washington, Palencia felt it was his destiny to craft wine, working with grapes starting at age 13. After he made millions of gallons of wine for other companies, Palencia launched his own venture in 2013. “Producing wines with site distinction is my obsession,” he says, although he’s also creating eco-friendly wine pouches and working to save the monarch butterfly. “I come from humble beginnings, so, in a way, the butterfly’s migration is my family legacy. I want to work with growers to create butterfly-friendly vineyards, too.”

Palencia Tops Largest Northwest Wine Competition 2nd year in a row

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BY ANDY PERDUE AND ERIC DEGERMAN

For the second straight year, a young Walla Walla Valley winemaker has taken home the top prize from the largest judging of Northwest wines.

Palencia Wine Co.’s 2015 Albariño won best of show at the fourth annual Cascadia Wine Competition, which took place March 15-17 at the historic Columbia Gorge Hotel in Hood River.

Read more here: http://www.tri-cityherald.com/living/food-drink/wine/article67656857.html#storylink=cpy

Palencia 2013 Albarino

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The aromas of lemon twist and tropical fruit intensify in this wine as the floral attractive notes invigorate the senses with its exotic appeal. A predominant white varietal in the Northwestern region of Spain. This aromatic white winegrape shines in the renowned caliche soils of Washington Ancient Lakes AVA. A 30 day fermentation in Hungarian oak gave this Albarino is golden yellow color and supple mouthfeel and texture,. The flavors of apple, peach, pear and lemon zest are framed with bright minerality that coats and refreshing the palate. Enjoy the lingering mineral notes chilled with your favorite seafood and salads. Salud!

 

 

March Madness!! Two Releases!

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Vino la Monarcha- 2013 Pinot Grigio
$14.99 Columbia Valley / 100 cases produced

The fresh evening breeze and cool summer nights gives the Frenchman Hills Vineyards Pinot Grigio the naturally refreshing acidity. Aromas of Granny smith Apples, pears and tasty acid sweets smack the palate with a rush of summertime fun!! Enjoy chilled with anything fish, green or grilled.

 

Palencia 2013 Sauvignon Blanc
$18.00 Columbia Valley / 70 cases produce

This Aromatic wine invites you into juicy flavor gush with flavors of grapefruit, peaches and pears and citrus. A delicate combination of Hungarian oak 500L puncheons & tank fermentation brings richness and balance to the palate. Invigorate the palate and pair with your favorite seafood & field green favorites.