Washington wines

The U.S. West Coast produces over 90% of America’s wine, but it’s also prone to wildfires — a combustible combination that spelled disaster in 2020 for the industry and one that scientists are scrambling to neutralize.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates makes up around half of Washington’s wine industry. The company announced its cutting its contracted grapes by 40%, a move that may have far reaching effects.

In 2020, Western wildfires gave the grapes grown for wine in the region an ashy and smoky taste. This year, Washington is expecting a record harvest, but vintners are still figuring out the best way to deal with the impact of smoke.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates has been sold by its parent company, the tobacco company Altria, to Sycamore Partners, a private equity firm based in New York,…

Northwest farmers are getting a bit antsy to start spring prep. But they are tallying up damage from a harsh winter -- and they’re worried it’s not over...

Washington state is one of largest wine producers in the U.S., second only to California. As demand for Washington’s silky reds and crisp whites goes up,…

Washington state is setting traps to learn if four species of moths that attack wine grapes have moved into Washington.Washington is the second-largest…

Washington winemakers are hitting the road in an effort to court upwardly mobile city dwellers while they’re still developing their taste for wine. And…

Wine grapes throughout the Northwest are ripening faster this year because of the hot dry summer. Vineyard managers and winemakers are preparing for a…

Northwest winemakers are hoping to expand their customer base with a new sales venue: Amazon.com is now shipping wine.