What better holiday present to give your wine-loving friends than Taste WA 2026 tickets? Yes, that’s right, Taste Washington returns in March 2026. And, just in time for the holidays, you can soon purchase tickets for the Grand Tasting. Specifically, Nov. 12. In addition, tickets for remaining Taste Washington events go on sale in early December. What a great idea for a stocking stuffer (or even as a gift for yourself). Continue reading
Category Archives: Spokane
TOAST Honorees
Auction of Washington Wines (AWW) has announced an incredible lineup of TOAST honorees at a celebration on Aug. 14 at Sparkman Cellars in Woodville. The fourth annual TOAST Awards recognize leaders across Washington’s wine industry. Most important, we are absolutely delighted that our friend Mike Sauer of Red Willow Vineyard will receive the “Lifetime Achievement Award.” He is truly wine royalty in our state. Read on for details about other award recipients and the TOAST event in August. Continue reading
The Grand Tasting
Somehow, between the two of us, we tasted wines from 25 wineries at The Grand Tasting of Taste Washington! What an explosion of tastes and fun at the country’s largest single-region wine and food extravaganza. This year marked the 25th anniversary, and The Grand Tasting featured 200+ wineries and 75 restaurants all under one roof. So, it seemed rather fitting that we tasted 25 wines out of 200 to celebrate the milestone anniversary. There is so much amazing wine being crafted in this state. Read on for the list of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, other reds, whites and bubbles that we enjoyed.
Auction of Washington Wines 2025
Auction of Washington Wines (AWW) has announced an excellent 2025 event season to benefit the community. First, award-winning actor Kyle MacLachlan, who owns the WA winery Pursued by Bear, takes on the position of AWW’s Honorary Chair. You likely recognize his name from his acting roles on Twin Peaks, Desperate Housewives, or more recently Fallout. MacLachlan grew up in Yakima and studied acting at the University of Washington School of Drama. And his Cabernet Sauvignon is impressive, too!
Next, you can already purchase tickets for Wine Country Celebrations Vintner Dinners in May. Tickets are also now on sale for TOAST!, the Winemaker Picnic & Barrel Auction, and the Gala in August. AWW is one of the top five wine auctions in the U.S., offering incredible non-profit events. Since its inception in 1988, the organization has raised $68 million. Read on for more information.