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.

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!

 

 

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.

 

 

Sourced from the establish Rose Bud Vineyard in the Wahluke Slope AVA. This lush complex wine introduces itself with a fruity berry rush of flavors coating the palate gracefully as the integrated French and Hungarian oak accents linger with subtle mocha and truffle on the finish. The naturally bright acidity of this wine pairs nicely with the dinner menu- Enjoy this wine with your favorite Saucy dinners!