LamontCranston · M
It is entirely true. The hero of Washington winemaking was Dr. Walter Clore.
"Walter J. Clore (July 1, 1911 – February 3, 2003) was a pioneer in wine growing and agricultural research in Washington state and has been formally recognized by the Washington State Legislature as the "Father of Washington Wine".[1] Among his contributions to wine growing in Washington state was his extensive research into what areas of the state that premium wine grapes (particularly Vitis vinifera) would most thrive in."(from intro to Wikipedia article.)
"Walter J. Clore (July 1, 1911 – February 3, 2003) was a pioneer in wine growing and agricultural research in Washington state and has been formally recognized by the Washington State Legislature as the "Father of Washington Wine".[1] Among his contributions to wine growing in Washington state was his extensive research into what areas of the state that premium wine grapes (particularly Vitis vinifera) would most thrive in."(from intro to Wikipedia article.)
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DavidT8899 · 22-25, M
@LamontCranston So ,you think the state will eventually be " discovered" as the hot ,new " place to go " and before it happens ,stock up on as much of the wine as you can.
LamontCranston · M
@DavidT8899 As one know for my savoir faire, except for the occasional Bordeaux and the Oregon pinots noir and gris (a Washingtonian's concept of "imported wines:) I exclusively drink the WA products.
When I'm back east I raise an eyebrow when some benighted fellow serves a California wine.
When I'm back east I raise an eyebrow when some benighted fellow serves a California wine.
DavidT8899 · 22-25, M
@LamontCranston I've always suspected that the California wines were somewhat overrated.
Shybutwilling2bfriends · 61-69
I thinkid heard that before too
RedBaron · M
If you enjoy drinking them, they’re good.
LeopoldBloom · M
Wines from Oregon and Washington are outstanding.
Ferric67 · M
Considered the best terroir (mixed with weather) on the planet for grapes