Winemakers Quotes

(Some winemakers have doubts about Sisson`s plan.) If you`re talking about a transaction that involves a consumer in Florida and a producer in Saratoga, Calif., where is the value-add in inserting this middleman? ... The only thing it accomplishes is for wholesalers to participate in the profits of that transaction.

Taste Washington is one of the largest wine events in the nation highlighting a single wine region, providing connoisseurs and novices alike with the opportunity to mingle with Washington winemakers, sample hundreds of award winning wines and learn from leading experts in the field. We are introducing some changes to Taste Washington this year to bring the focus back to wine and create a more relaxed, intimate tasting experience for attendees. With more than 380 wineries located in virtually every corner of the state, our `Ultimate Wine Tour` theme shines a spotlight on the many touring regions wine enthusiasts can visit, and reinforces the message that Washington state truly is wine country.

Now in its fifth year, Taste Washington Spokane has grown to be one of the largest, most popular wine tasting events in Eastern Washington. Taste Washington provides the public with an opportunity to try new Washington wines, meet winemakers and chefs, and celebrate our state`s booming wine industry.