Fall 2016
Video: Bottling Day for Cougar III wine
Follow Cougar III wine through its bottling day at Bergevin Lane Winery.
Read more about Cougar III in “Three’s a charm.”
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Wine
Fall 2016
Three’s a charm
It’s easy to find the Cougar wine along the row of stainless steel tanks at Bergevin Lane Winery in Walla Walla. The WSU logo gives it away. But what’s inside really distinguishes Cougar III wine.
“The idea that what’s in the bottle comes first is the predominant feeling around here,” says winemaker Dave Harvey ’88. “But what’s most unique about this vintage of the Coug wines is that everybody is Coug: vineyard owners, winery owner, winemaker.”
Winery owner and manager Annette Bergevin ’86 laughs at the synchronicity as she, Harvey, and winery dog Paco walk past the tanks.
Cougar III wine also has three … » More …
Summer 2015
Gallery: Wine Science Center at WSU Tri-Cities
Scenes from the Ste. Michelle Wine Estates WSU Wine Science Center at the Tri-Cities.
Read more in “A perfect vessel for wine research.”
Photos by Zach Mazur
Fall 2015
Cougar II wine—Tradition and innovation
A new WSU-themed wine blends history with a twist » More ...
Summer 2015
A perfect vessel for wine research
The new Wine Science Center at WSU Tri-Cities covers the needs of viticulture and enology researchers, students, and industry, down to the smallest details.
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Fall 2014
Cougar I
A promising pairing of alumni and wine lands this October when the WSU Alumni Association unveils its limited edition Cougar I (pronounced Cougar One) wine.
Joining up with Gordon Estates Winery, the Alumni Association is offering bottles of a rich red blend to members of the Wine-By-Cougars club, those who attend a special release event in the Tri-Cities, and the lucky few who can find it at their grocery stores and wine shops.
Only about 300 cases are available, and the WSUAA expects the wine will go fast.
Gordon Estates is a Washington-rooted, Cougar-run operation. Founder/owners Jeff ’71 and Vicki Gordon, and their daughter Katie … » More …
Summer 2014
Allison Helfen ’89—A crush on local wine
While sweet Riesling and Merlot were once the foundation of Washington’s wine, you can tell, just by cruising the wood racks of The Wine Alley shop in Renton, that this is a whole new scene.
Our state’s offerings were already intriguing when Allison Helfen ’89 and her husband Scott started the shop nine years ago. “When we first opened, the hot thing was viognier. And Syrahs were everywhere,” says Allison Helfen. Today the shelves are even more diverse. “They have to be. People get bored,” she says. That’s why her stock has shifted to include inky Malbecs, sprightly Sangioveses, and rich Barberas.
The Helfens’ shop … » More …
Summer 2012
Doing good through blending
About three years ago, Monte Regier returned to Seattle from a year working on the hospital ship Anastasis off the coast of Liberia. Suffering from culture shock, remembering friends who go to bed hungry every night, he sat with his friend Martin Barrett over a glass of wine and mused on what a dollar would buy.
And then came the Idea.
“You know, Monte,” said Barrett, “I think this glass of wine could feed a kid for a day.”
One can imagine Regier’s skeptical smile.
“Give me 90 days,” said Barrett.
So Barrett started researching this idea of selling wine to feed kids and convinced … » More …
Spring 2012
Thank you: Our 10-year event
The following wineries graciously contributed wine to Washington State Magazine’s 10-year celebration:
Bergevin Lane Vineyards, Walla Walla
bergevinlane.com
Colter’s Creek Vineyard and Winery, Juliaetta, Idaho
colterscreek.com
DeLille Cellars Incorporated, Woodinville
delillecellars.com
Doubleback Winery, Walla Walla
doubleback.com
Gordon Brothers Cellars, Pasco
gordonwines.com
Kestrel Vintners Winery, Prosser
kestrelwines.com
Kiona Vineyards Winery, Benton City
kionawine.com
Maryhill Winery, Goldendale
maryhillwinery.com
Milbrandt Vineyards, Prosser
milbrandtvineyards.com
… » More …
Winter 2009
Doubling back
Drew Bledsoe may be best remembered by Washington State fans for what he accomplished on a snowy day in November 1992.
And while visions of Bledsoe, receiver Phillip Bobo, and a snow bank are foremost in their memories, these days, Bledsoe wants Cougar fans to know him not only for great plays but for making great wine.
“It is very important for me that people know that this is a true passion of mine,” he says. “We are very committed to producing only the best wine that we can.”
On a sweltering July day in Walla Walla, Bledsoe’s passion is on display.
This day … » More …