Mark Ryan Winery: The Vincent Rosé Release

Board Track Racer Releases The Vincent Rosé

From Mark Ryan Winery

 

SEATTLE, March 26, 2018 — Board Track Racer announces the release of The Vincent Rosé. The 2017 vintage boasts 60% Merlot, 18% Syrah, 13% Cab Franc, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 2% Grenache and is made using the Saignée method.

The Vincent Rosé offers delightful citrus and floral aromas that mirror on the palate. Soft fruit flavors include cranberries, salmon berries, melon, and pear. Bright acidity and honeysuckle combine and linger on the finish. This wine screams summer!

Production of The Vincent Rosé is limited. It is currently available at the Board Track Racer tasting room, Mark Ryan tasting rooms in Woodinville and Walla Walla, as well as select wholesale shops, and online at www.markryanwinery.com.

 

Board Track Racer Tasting Room

19501 144th Ave F-900  

Woodinville, WA 98072

425.415.3865

 

Mark Ryan Tasting Room, Woodinville

14475 Woodinville-Redmond Road

Woodinville, WA 98072

425.415.3865

 

Mark Ryan Tasting Room, Walla Walla

26 E. Main Street, Suite 1

Walla Walla, WA 99362

509.876.4577

 

Board Track Racer, one of Mark Ryan Winery’s sister projects, produced its first vintage in 2008 and is named for the wild wood track motorcycle races of the 1920s. The labels for all the wines are inspired by the same era, with great motorcycle-centric graphics—owner and winemaker, Mark McNeilly is a big fan of vintage motorcycles and the freewheeling spirit they convey.

 

Opened in February 2018, the Board Track Racer tasting room is located at 19501 144th Ave F-900 in Woodinville’s Warehouse District. The tasting room is open Saturday and Sunday from 12pm – 6pm, pouring tastes of the Board Track Racer wines, as well as select bottles from both Megan Anne Cellars and Mark Ryan Winery. For more information, call 425.415.3865.

 

Established in 1999 by Mark Ryan McNeilly, Mark Ryan Winery is an acclaimed Washington winery based in Woodinville, just north of Seattle. A largely self-taught winemaker, the first vintages were crushed and produced in garages of friends and family—in the years since, the winery has grown in size, earning respect and acclaim from wine lovers and critics alike along the way. The goal has always been to make delicious wines that stand as true representations of the vineyard from which they come. For more information, visit www.markryanwinery.com.

 

 

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Willows Lodge: Spa Renovation and Brief Closure

Willows Lodge’s spa is getting a facelift. The spa at Willows Lodge recently completed Phase I of an extensive spa renovation including a gorgeous new relaxation room and women’s locker room to better serve the needs of hotel guests. The Spa at Willows Lodge will begin Phase II February 26, 2018 and the spa will be completely closed from February 26 – March 5, 2018, including the outdoor relaxation pool. Beginning on March 6th, the full spa treatments will be available and will be conducted in converted guest rooms in the Davidson building (where the spa is located) while the remainder of the work is being done in the spa. The relaxation room and women’s locker room will reopen March 6. The outdoor relaxation pool will reopen on March 9. The newly refurbished spa will include updated treatment rooms, a couples massage room, and a small men’s locker room. The spa remodel is expected to be finished and reopen the weekend of April 6th.
“We’ve received great feedback on our new relaxation room and adjacent women’s locker room and can’t wait for the big reveal of Phase II of the spa renovation,” said Marsha Blacknell, Spa Director. “This newly designed space will enable us to better serve the growing needs of our hotel guests and spa regulars.”
As with many materials used at Willows Lodge, the spa renovation design will bring a balance of natural materials and colors of the Pacific Northwest with a base of cool hues, white quartz and warm American walnut wood accents. The floor tile used at each spa entry, a through-body porcelain tile reminiscent of the cross-section of a tree trunk, is a reference to Washington State’s lumber and timber history. The new reception desk, crafted in a fusion of calacatta-style quartz with warm veining and walnut wood emphasizes the richness and beauty of natural materials found in the PNW.
“The new and improved Willows Spa will mix elegant and warm natural PNW inspired materials with thoughtful and timeless design, furniture and artwork,” said Fanny Idoux, Weber Thompson, the architect leading the spa remodel. “With its grand entry, relocated reception desk and new massage rooms, the spa will offer a more luxurious and tailored guest experience.”
WHAT: Willows Lodge Spa Renovation
WHO: The Spa at Willows Lodge
WHEN: February 26 – March 5, 2018 (complete closure) March 6 —April 6, 2018. The renovation will be complete April 6.
WHERE: Call The Spa at Willows Lodge to book your appointment: (425) 424-2900
About Willows Lodge
Willows Lodge, a Northwest style lodge located in Woodinville Wine Country just outside of Seattle, features 84 luxury guestrooms, a full-service spa and high-tech equipped meeting space. Executive Chef Bobby Moore’s American regional cuisine at Barking Frog reflects the seasonal and organic produce found in Puget Sound, and is artfully paired with an extensive list of Washington wines. Willows Lodge also boasts Fireside Lounge, offering a casual and sophisticated atmosphere tucked away in the lobby with an outdoor patio overlooking the expansive surrounding landscape. www.willowslodge.com
For more information contact Anne Taylor Hartzell anne@hiptravelmedia.com

Barking Frog: Renovation Planned Early 2018

BARKING FROG KITCHEN RENOVATION SET TO SUPPORT 17 YEARS OF EXPANSIVE GROWTH

Barking Frog house kitchen to get an extensive remodel to keep pace with guest demand

 

Woodinville, Wash (December 6, 2017) – After more than seventeen years, the Barking Frog restaurant at Willows Lodge is set to undergo an extensive kitchen remodel in January 2018 to better serve the growing needs of culinary and hotel guests. The restaurant will close on January 2, 2018, and plans to reopen on February 6th, 2018. During the Barking Frog closure, Willow Lodge will be serving a limited menu in Fireside Lounge for breakfast/brunch, lunch, and dinner and the Barking Frog Mobile Kitchen food truck will be parked onsite, serving hotel guests and visitors a fun, mixed menu on weekends.

“We’ve seen tremendous growth in our food and beverage demands over the last 17 years at Barking Frog and Willows Lodge,” said Denny Fitzpatrick, General Manager, Willows Lodge. “It is our goal to continue to offer an excellent guest experience and we’re excited to reveal a more modern and efficient kitchen to meet the rapidly growing culinary needs of our valued guests in 2018.”

Willows Lodge will continue to offer Happier Hour daily from 4-6pm in Fireside Lounge. In addition, hotel guests will still have access to a limited room service menu for in-room dining. On Saturday and Sunday, the Barking Frog Mobile Kitchen (BFMK) food truck will be parked out front of the hotel serving brunch items such as warm Beignets, Chorizo Burritos, and Grand Mariner Prawns from 9am-2pm. 

Executive Chef Bobby Moore will be overseeing the Barking Frog renovation. Both Chef Bobby and Chef de Cuisine, Chris Smith, will continue to manage operations at Fireside and BFMK during the renovation, as well share behind the scenes of the remodel in January on social media. 

“We are taking the Barking Frog back of the house to a whole new level and I could not be more excited for the big reveal in February 2018,” said Barking Frog Executive Chef Bobby Moore. “This new work space will allow us to continue to innovate and bring guests the best culinary experience.” 

During the kitchen remodel, the banquette along the windows will get a new, updated look to go along with the remainder of the interior which was redecorated in the past year. An expanded pass shelf and kitchen entry will provide a more open experience for guests to get closer to the action in the kitchen. 

Be sure to follow @BarkingFrogWoodinville and @WillowslodgeWA on Instagram for behind the scenes photos of the renovation, as well as Chef Bobby and Chef Chris around town.  

 

January 2018 Willows Lodge Fireside Lounge Modified Service Schedule

During the Barking Frog closure, Willows Lodge guests will have access to daily food and beverage service in Fireside Lounge:

·       Breakfast: Continental buffet breakfast in Fireside MondayFriday 7am-11am and Saturday/Sunday 7am-12pm ($20 per person).

·      Lunch and Dinner will be served daily on a first-come-first-served (no reservations) in Fireside Lounge. Lunch service from 11:00am-3pm, with a condensed menu including items such as Dungeness Crab Cobb Salad, and Tillamook White Cheddar Cheese Mac and Cheese. Dinner service is from Monday-Sunday 3pm-10pm and will include items such as Braised Lamb Shank Tacos, Beef Tenderloin and Seared Scallops and more. A full modified menu is available upon request and will be available on the hotel website.

·       Fireside Entertainment: Acoustic music and guest musicians on Friday and Saturday only

·       Happier Hour: Daily in Fireside Lounge from 4-6pm

·       Guests may also make reservations at The Herbfarm on property and open Thursdays-Sundays.

 

Be one of the first guests to dine in the newly renovated Barking Frog in 2018. Make your February 2018 reservation on Open Table or by calling 425-424-2999.

 

There is still time to countdown and celebrate the New Year with Chef Bobby and team. Check out all of the great holiday and New Year’s Eve plans and hotel packages at WillowsLodge.com.

 

About Willows Lodge

Willows Lodge, a Northwest style lodge located in Woodinville Wine Country just outside of Seattle, features 84 luxury guestrooms, a full-service spa and high-tech equipped meeting space.  Executive Chef Bobby Moore’s American regional cuisine at Barking Frog reflects the seasonal and organic produce found in Puget Sound, and is artfully paired with an extensive list of Washington wines.  Willows Lodge also boasts Fireside Lounge, offering a casual and sophisticated atmosphere tucked away in the lobby with an outdoor patio overlooking the expansive surrounding landscape.  www.willowslodge.com

 

Contact:

 

Rhanda Rosselot
Marketing Manager
rhanda.rosselot@willowslodge.com
(425) 424-2966

 


Anne Taylor Hartzell

For Willows Lodge

anne@hiptravelmedia.com

(206) 850-6501

Castillo de Feliciana: Pet Pictures with Santa

 

Join us for Pet Pictures with Santa! 
Saturday December 16th 
1 p.m. – 5 p.m. 

 

Castillo de Feliciana-  Woodinville Tasting Room
Suggested donation of $5 (or more if you are in the giving mood!)

All donations go to

Digital Pictures will be available online for download.
2 for 1 tastings and 10% off bottle purchases.
We encourage both pets and owners to dress up in their “ugliest” Christmas gear!
*please have pets on leash
For questions please call 425-949-5088
Castillo de Feliciana – Woodinville Tasting Room
www.castillodefeliciana.com
Castillo de Feliciana: Pet Pictures with Santa
Castillo de Feliciana: Pet Pictures with Santa
Castillo de Feliciana: Pet Pictures with Santa
Castillo de Feliciana: Pet Pictures with Santa
Castillo de Feliciana: Pet Pictures with Santa
Castillo de Feliciana Woodinville Tasting Room,15114 148th Ave NE, Woodinville, WA 98072

Woodinville Winterfest: 1st Annual Celebration

Join us for the 1st Annual Celebrate Woodinville Winterfest

 Invite your family, friends, and neighbors and join in the joy of this great community celebration of Woodinville’s 1st annual Celebrate Woodinville Winterfest on Friday, December 1st and Saturday, December 2nd.

December 1, 2017 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Tree Lighting Ceremony | DeYoung Park
Join the Woodinville community for a Procession of Santa and his Elves to welcome in the Holiday Season! Then, grab your hot cocoa or UrbanUs Coffee and mix & mingle with community members as we await the lighting of the Woodinville Community Christmas Tree! We hope you’ll join us for a festive night in Downtown Woodinville, complete with special musical performances!

 

December 2, 2017 | 7:30am On-Site Registration | 9:00am Race Start

Celebrate Woodinville Winterfest 5k | DeYoung Park
Runners, walkers, joggers, strollers too! All are welcome to participate. Just come dressed in your Winterfest best and ready to enjoy our community!
All 5k participants will receive a finisher’s medal, courtesy of NW Trophy & Award and the first 150 runners to finish will receive a swag bag, courtesy of Woodin Creek Village! Every participant over the age of 21 will receive a ticket for a complimentary beer after the 5k.

For DETAILS and to REGISTER, please visit: https://woodinvillewinterfest5k.org/

December 2, 2017 | 10:00am – 4:00pm

Winterfest Santa Photos & Street Fair and the Woodinville Rotary 0k
Windermere Real Estate Woodinville

Join the Woodinville community for local bites from The Pizza Coop & Ale House, Zoup and Daddy’s Donuts. Come thirsty – beverages for the 21+ crowd from Triplehorn Brewing, Dirty Bucket Brewing Company, Warr-King Wines and Belle & Bottle Wine Club. We’ll also have UrbanUs Coffee, hot cocoa, and more for the kiddos to partake in too!

No need to leave our hometown! Head inside Windermere Real Estate Woodinville for photos with Santa Claus, himself, courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Woodinville & Luna Anne. #WhyLeaveWoodinville

Lots of fun in store with activities from the Sammamish Valley Alliance and the Woodinville Farmer’s Market and our supportive sponsors! We’ll see you December 2nd for the Winterfest Street Fair – a full day of holiday fun!

 

We celebrate and thank our Winterfest sponsors:

 

Winterfest Sponsors: Westhill, Inc, Fairwinds Brittany Park, The Everett Clinic, Waste Management, Imprint Church, Voya Financial Advisors, Creekside MBK Senior Living, Windermere Real Estate Woodinville, Molbak’s Garden & Home, The Red-Wood Reserve, Woodinville Wine Country, Rotary Club of Woodinville, Photography by Carol Hook, and TRF Property Management.

Winterfest 5k Sponsors: 9Round 30 Minute Kickboxing, IRG Physical Therapy, NW Trophy & Award, Sierra Construction and Woodin Creek Village.

About Celebrate Woodinville Winterfest

 

Celebrate Woodinville Winterfest is presented by the Woodinville Chamber, as an extension of our seasonal events for the Woodinville community. The mission of Celebrate Woodinville is to bring Woodinville residents together for family-oriented events, encourage a sense of community, and promote Woodinville’s wineries, breweries, local businesses, agriculture, and unique character to visitors from throughout the Puget Sound Region. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/celebratewoodinville and visit our website at https://woodinvillechamber.org/events/winterfest/ for more information.

St. Nick’s Holiday Food & Wine: 15th Annual Event

WOODINVILLE WINE COUNTRY HOSTS 15TH ANNUAL ST. NICK’S HOLIDAY FOOD AND WINE EVENT, NOV. 30 TO DEC. 3

Annual tradition features acclaimed, award-winning top chef, elevated culinary experiences and the best pours from Woodinville’s winemakers

 

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Woodinville, Wash. (October 31, 2017) — Woodinville Wine Country’s annual St. Nick’s holiday celebration welcomes wine lovers from around the Northwest to celebrate 15 years of holiday fun with a premier food and wine experience, kicking off on Thursday, Nov. 30, and ending with the St. Nick’s Annual Open House Celebration on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 2-3.

St. Nick’s Holiday Weekend Events include:

·         Private Dinner w/Chef Justin Severino
Thursday, Nov. 30, 6:30 p.m., $195/ticket
Betz Family Winery
Buy tickets here: 
https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3116425

·         “Cure-ated” Food and Wine Experience
Friday, Dec. 1, 7-9:30 p.m., $95
Novelty Hill Januik Winery
Buy tickets here: 
https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3084927

·         St. Nick’s Annual Open House Celebration 
Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 2-3, 1-5 p.m. $65/weekend, $50/single day
Participating Woodinville wineries and tasting rooms
Buy tickets here: 
https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3084972

This year, St. Nick’s welcomes nationally acclaimed and award-winning guest chef, Justin Severino. Severino is a four-time James Beard Foundation award nominee for “Best Chef Mid-Atlantic,” the 2014 and 2015 winner of Food & Wine magazine’s “The People’s Best New Chef Mid-Atlantic” and is the chef and co-owner of Cure and Morcilla, two premier restaurants in Pittsburgh, PA. Severino teams up with Chef Seth Fernald, executive chef at Novelty Hill Januik winery, for this special event where they will highlight their passion for small plates. On Thursday, Nov. 30, a private dinner featuring Chef Severino will be held at Betz Family Winery. Tickets are $195 per seat.

            “As this is our 15th year hosting St. Nicks, we wanted to provide an enhanced experience to give new and returning guests an expanded culinary experience that truly highlights the incredible caliber of wines found here in Woodinville,” said Sandra Lee, executive director of Woodinville Wine Country. “Having Chef Fernald and Chef Severino’s collaboration as a central part of this year’s St. Nick’s festivities is the perfect way to celebrate the event’s 15th anniversary.”

            This year’s St. Nick’s menu highlights Chef Severino’s extensive charcuterie experience and Italian influence while showcasing Chef Fernald’s flair for Pacific Northwest cuisine and local ingredients. Dishes include duck rillette, poached shrimp, ciccioli and oyster escabeche“It’s always exciting bringing guest chefs from around the world to Woodinville Wine Country,” said Chef Seth Fernald of Novelty Hill Januik. “We had a fun time planning the menu and bringing together our culinary points of view. The menu truly plays to both of our strengths and pairs well with the spectacular Washington wine featured at the event.”

            While sampling bites from this collaborative menu, guests will get the opportunity to mingle with the chefs and sample wines from more than 30 Washington wineries including DeLille Cellars, Matthews Winery, J. Bookwalter and Patterson Cellars.

            For more information on St. Nick’s Holiday Wine Weekend events including full menus and a list of participating wineries, please visit https://woodinvillewinecountry.com/st-nicks-holiday-wine-tasting/.

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About Woodinville Wine Country

Conveniently located 25 minutes northeast of downtown Seattle, Woodinville is home to nearly 100 Washington wineries and tasting rooms, featuring award-winning wines and first-in-class tasting room experiences. For more information and to plan your next tasting experience, visit woodinvillewinecountry.com or follow us on Facebook at Woodinville Wine Country.

 

 

 

Media Contact:

Rachael Brister

Public Relations, GreenRubino for Woodinville Wine Country

P: 206.957.4266

E: rachaelb@greenrubino.com

Convergence Zone: Closing Woodinville Tasting Room

Sad to see Convergence Zone close their Woodinville location but you can visit them in North Bend. Their last day open in Woodinville will be Saturday, September 30th.

 

Woodinville Tasting Room Closing

Our last day in Woodinville will be September 30.  After 7-1/2 years being part of the Woodinville wine community, we have decided to focus resources on our winery, which moved to North Bend last year.  We will be open in both locations on September 23 and 30 from Noon-5:00 pm for tasting, picking up wine club orders, enjoying a glass of wine or purchasing a case of your favorites.  Beginning October 7, please visit us at 10808 428th Ave. SE, North Bend 98045.

We want to thank our Woodinville customers and community for 7-1/2 years of support.  Although North Bend is now our home, we will always have fond memories of the Warehouse District, where we started our journey.  We invite you to make the drive to North Bend (it’s really not that far) to visit our winery and experience the natural beauty of the valley.

Thank you for your support,

Scott and Monica Greenberg (Winemaker and Owners)

 

Happy Tails Wine Walk: Homeward Pet Fundraiser

 

Happy Tails Wine Walk: Homeward Pet Fundraiser

 

Drink Wine. Save a Canine. Raise your glass and make a toast to saving lives with Homeward Pet! Grab your furry friends and walk, wag and wine with us on Sunday, September 17th for our 5th Annual Happy Tails Wine Walk.

Taste some of Woodinville’s finest wines (and beer!), enjoy activities, raffles and shopping in the Dog Zone and celebrate summer while supporting the dogs and cats of Homeward Pet.

Happy Tails Wine Walk: Homeward Pet Fundraiser

New this year! Want to skip the check in line? We are providing an advance check in option where you can pick up your glass, tasting tickets and swag ahead of time, which will allow you to simply park and hit the pavement on Sunday, September 17th without the hassle of checking in!  Take advantage of advance check in and receive 2 additional tasting tickets! Advance check in will be available at Homeward Pet Adoption Center on Thursday, September 14th 4-7pm and Saturday, September 16th 10am-12pm. 

Chateau Ste. Michelle: Number One Wine Brand

Chateau Ste. Michelle Becomes Number One Wine Brand Sold in Food Stores Nationally

by Press Release
August 03, 2017

Woodinville, Wash. — Washington’s founding winery, Chateau Ste. Michelle has come out on top as the number one premium table wine brand sold in food stores nationwide.

Chateau Ste. Michelle received the ranking of the highest-selling wine brand in the premium category by data and ratings company Nielsen, which tracked the volume of sales in the U.S. across 52 weeks ending on June 17th, 2017.

Ted Baseler, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates president and CEO, marvels at the remarkable growth of Chateau Ste. Michelle and credits the pioneering spirit of the region, and continued investment in the winery and its Washington vineyards.

“Who would have known half a century ago that a wine from Washington state would be the #1 in food stores?” remarks Baseler. “It is a testament to decades of hard work, research and constantly striving for enhanced quality in the vineyard and cellar.”

Fifty years ago—in 1967—a small winery called Ste. Michelle Vintners introduced its first vintage of a European-style premium wine, a Cabernet Sauvignon from the Yakima Valley.

It was this release that marked the beginning of today’s thriving Washington wine industry. Washington is now the nation’s number two producer of premium wine with more than 50,000 planted acres, nearly 1,000 wineries and 14 American Viticultural Areas (AVAs).

Today, Chateau Ste. Michelle wines are available in all 50 states and more than 100 countries. Located outside of Seattle in Woodinville, Washington, Chateau Ste. Michelle hosts more than 300,000 visitors annually.

Further elevating the state and country’s wine industry, the winery was the first to introduce international wine partners to Washington: Piero Antinori of Tuscany (Col Solare), Ernst Loosen of Germany (Eroica) and Michel Gassier and Philippe Cambie of France (Tenet).

This year, Chateau Ste. Michelle is celebrating its 50th Anniversary with commemorative Cabernet and Chardonnay bottlings, special events, library wine releases, the visitor center expansion, its famous Summer Concert Series and other programs throughout 2017.

Please visit ste-michelle.com for event information and updates. Follow Chateau Ste. Michelle on Instagram: @chateaustemichelle, Facebook: Ste. Michelle, Twitter: @stemichelle and the conversation at #CSM50.

About Chateau Ste. Michelle

Founded in 1934, Chateau Ste. Michelle pioneered vinifera grape growing in Washington State and has been producing classic European varietal wines under the Ste. Michelle label since 1967. The winery combines an ongoing dedication to research with a commitment to classic winemaking traditions. The winery owns 3,900 acres of vineyards in the Columbia Valley of Eastern Washington, including Canoe Ridge Estate and Cold Creek, which are LIVE and Salmon Safe certified. Chateau Ste. Michelle enjoys winemaking partnerships with some of the world’s most distinguished vintners. Col Solare is an alliance with Tuscany’s Piero Antinori, Eroica Riesling is a partnership with the Mosel’s Ernst Loosen and Tenet is a collaboration with Michel Gassier and Philippe Cambie of France. Chateau Ste. Michelle has received a long list of awards including 22 “Top 100 Wineries of The Year” honors (Wine & Spirits) and 18 “Top 100 Wines” designations (Wine Spectator). Chateau Ste. Michelle also has a long history of giving back to the industry and community. The net proceeds from its popular Summer Concert Series helps fund its charitable giving program, which supports some 400 non-profit organizations annually, has provided more than $3 million for scholarships for high-achieving, low-income students at Washington universities, and supports the Viticulture & Enology Program at Washington State University.

Woodinville Wine Country: Artisan Hill Wine Walk

Here’s a fun wine walk in Artisan Hill.  You get 14 tasting tickets and two (2) $5.00 purchase vouchers good for food, wine and spirits.  Ticket price is $25 for early bird purchasers or $30 day of event.  Over $100 value !

THIS IS A BRING YOUR OWN GLASS EVENT (BYOG).  FOOD IS AVAILABLE AT “THE PICNIC TABLE”.

ORDER TICKETS HERE:  https://woodinvillewinecountry.com/artisan-hill-wine-walk/