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Wine Tasting while visiting White Horse Vale
Goldendale is at the center of unparalleled outdoor recreation and natural attractions. Whether its hiking trails winding through scenic Dalles Mountain Ranch, enjoying the profusion of wild flowers while cycling the back roads of Klickitat County, landing a world-class steelhead or simply passing a warm summer day beneath the shade of a giant elm, Goldendale and the surrounding area has something for the serious sportsman or for family fun. Choices abound with hiking, fishing, stargazing, horseback riding, biking, hunting, rafting, golfing, motor cross, and camping.
ALEXANDRIA NICOLE CELLARS AND ESTATE VINEYARD DESTINY RIDGE: 158442 Sonova Rd, Prosser WA 99350. 509.832-3497.
Email: info@alexandrianicolecellars.com. Tours and Tasting by appointment only. 232-acre estate vineyard is located high on the bluffs overlooking the majestic Columbia River, in the Horse Heaven Hills Appellation.
ART AND WINE FUSION: July 15, 2006. Sponsored by: White Salmon Arts Council. Downtown White Salmon, White Salmon, WA, 98672. PHONE: 509-493-4418. Join with White Salmon businesses as they feature art by local artists and local wines throughout downtown White Salmon.
BAD SEED CIDER: 415 West Steuben St., Bingen, WA 98605. 509.493.3881. www.BadSeedCider.com. Call for winter hours (generally 11am to 6pm).
CASCADE CLIFFS VINEYARD & WINERY: Mile Marker 88.6 Hwy 14, Wishram, WA, 98673. 509 767-1100. Website: www.CascadeCliffs.com. Open daily 10am-6pm Majestic riverfront scenery, towering 400 foot basalt cliffs, and luscious sun-soaked vineyards host a petite winery's distinctive estate varietals. Ask questions, stick your nose in a glass, hike the vineyards, or choose a chore. Family picnicking is welcome. Approximately 10 miles west of Maryhill Museum on WA 14.
CATHEDRAL RIDGE WINERY: Website: www.cathedralridgewinery.com. 4200 Post Canyon Drive, Hood River, Oregon 97031 crw@cathedralridgewinery.com.
CHATEAU CHAMOUX: 524 Alderdale Road, Prosser, WA, 99350; (509) 894-5005. Email: - Website: www.chateauchampoux.com. By appointment only. Chateau Champoux,5 miles from the Columbia River atop the "Horseheaven Hills AVA",specializes in tours of Champoux Vineyards-one of Washington's premier vineyards-and tastings of wines crafted from Champoux Vineyard's grapes. Also offers meeting rooms and event space.
COLUMBIA GORGE WINERIES: Resource Website: < AHREF="http://www.columbiagorgewine.com/home.htm" TARGET="_blank" class="bodylink10">www.columbiagorgewine.com
COR CELLARS: 151 Old Hwy 8, Lyle, WA; 509.365.2744. Open Friday to Sunday 11 to 6 Memorial Day to Labor Day. Website: www.corcellars.com.
DRY HOLLOW VINEYARDS: Featuring locally grown wines. Nestled among cherry and pear orchards, our tasting room is located next to the High Valley Vineyard. Take I-84 exit #85, turn right toward The Dalles, take the first left onto Brewery Grade, then right onto Dry Hollow Road for 2.5 miles and turn right onto Dry Hollow Lane. Come enjoy the view with a picnic and some wine.541-296-2953. 3410 Dry Hollow Lane The Dalles, Oregon. Website: www.dryhollowvineyards.com.
FLAMENCO MUSIC LIVE AT THE LYLE HOTEL: Website: www.lylehotel.com. 100 Seventh Street, Lyle, WA; 509.365.5953 or 1.800.447.6310 - Email: stay@lylehotel.com. *FLAMENCO GUITAR...LIVE! The first Saturday of every month enjoy rhythmic Flamenco music performed by world-renowned artist Joel Kabakov in the Lyle Hotel dining room. No cover charge, reservations recommended. Next performance Saturday, August 5th, 2006.
GORGE WINE MERCHANTS: Website: http://gorgewinemerchants.com.
GORGE WINE TOURS: Website: www.hoodrivertours.com. Two wine-tasting routes to choose from featuring the best wines in the region. Treat yourself! 914 Court Street, The Dalles, Oregon 97058. 541-350-9850 - Email: info@hoodrivertours.com.
GRAPE STOMP AT CHATEAU CHAMPOUX: September 16, 2006: 11am-2 pm. Sponsored by: Chateau Champoux. 524 Alderdale Rd., Alderdale, Wa. PHONE: 509-894-5005. Email: chateaucr@bentonrea.com. Website : www.chateauchampoux.com. BBQ, Wine Tasting, Complimentary "Support Crow Butte Park" T-shirt and entry into stomp contest for $45 per person. Grape Stomp 11am, BBQ at noon. Prizes trophies at 2pm. 3 person teams sign up by 9/11. Come support Crow Butte Park, keep it a viable recreational area.
KLICKITAT WINE ALLIANCE: The Klickitat area boasts some of the best vineyards and wineries in Washington State. Now is your chance to discover this backroad adventure and enjoy spectacular beauty and spectacular wines.
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KLICKITAT WINE COUNTRY: As the gateway to the Columbia River Gorge, the Cascade Mountains, the Gifford-Pinchot National Forest, and the majestic beauty of Mt. Adams, the Klickitat area boasts some of the best vineyards and wineries in Washington State. Now is your chance to discover this backroad adventure where you may enjoy spectacular beauty and spectacular wines. Online map of area wineries and information about them: click here.
LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH PARTY: Bingen, WA. Friday July 28 from 6:00 - 10:00 pm; Live music by Joanie's Jazz Trio
(21 and older). Information at the Gorge Wine Merchants Website: http://gorgewinemerchants.com.
MARSHAL'S WINERY: 9am to 6pm Marshal's winery is a small, but growing Mom and Pop operation with a wide range of mouth-watering wines to satisfy everyone's tasting pleasure. Varieties exclusive only to Marshal's Vineyard round out a menu of great wine, atmosphere, and fresh local treats. Marshal's Winery is approximately 13 miles west of Maryhill Museum just off WA 14. 150 Oak Creek Road, Dallesport, WA, 98617. 509 767-4633. Website: www.MarshalsWinery.com
MARYHILL VINTNERS: 2 Maryhill Hwy, Goldendale, WA, 98620, (509)773-6552. Email: atkins@gorge.net. Open Daily 9am-5pm Memorial Day to Labor Day or by Appointment. Maryhill Vintners is located in the log cabin across from Maryhill State Park of US 97 just north of the Biggs Bridge. Wines produced include: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Fran, Sangiovese, Barbera, Grenache, Syrah, and Viognier.
MARYHILL WINERY: Maryhill Winery is 0.7 miles west of Maryhill Museum on WA 14 and has a large tasting room with scenic vistas plus an outdoor amphitheater for concerts. 509-773-1976
MT. HOOD WINERY: Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir. 3189 Hwy 35, Hood River, Oregon . 541-386-8333. Website: www.mthoodwinery.com
MULTNOMAH FALLS LODGE: Plummeting 620 feet from its origins on Larch Mountain, Multnomah Falls is the second highest year-round waterfall in the nation. Here, all your senses will come alive as you experience the sights and sounds of these magnificent falls.At the base of the falls lays historic Multnomah Falls Lodge. Built in 1925 the lodge provides fine northwest cuisine with a panoramic view from your table. Sunday Champagne Brunch available. Telephone & Dining Reservations : (503) 695-2376. Website: www.multnomahfallslodge.com.
PHEASANT VALLEY VINEYARD & WINERY: 3890 Acree Dr, Hood River, OR. 866.357.WINE. Open 11 to 6 daily in summer, 11 to 5 daily in winter. Located in the heart of the Hood River Valley, beautiful tasting room features a view of Mt. Hood, historic backbar, cozy fireplace and picnic areas. Free wine tasting, gift items and snacks are available for your enjoyment. Wine varieties include Merlot, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Riesling and Pear wine. Website: www.pheasantvalleywinery.com.
PHELPS CREEK VINEYARD: 1850 Country Club Rd, Hood River, OR; 541.386.2607. Open Wednesday to Sunday 11 to 5 May to October. Phelps Creek's beautiful new tasting room is now open! It beckons with acclaimed Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Handcrafted, boutique production wines reflect the best of the Columbia River Gorge region. The adjoining Hood River Golf Clubhouse Restaurant is the perfect place for a wine-country lunch. Enjoy special events and wine dinners throughout the year.
QUENETT WINERY: 2nd & Oak St, Downtown Hood River, OR. 541.386.2229. Open 10 to 6 daily, special eveningsWebsite: www.quenett.com.
SHADY GROVE WINERY: Mile Marker 82.3, Hwy 14, Dallesport, WA. 509.767.1400. Open Friday to Sunday 11 to 6.
SUNSET AT THE CHATEAU - FRENCH CUISINE - COUPLES NIGHT: August 26, 2006: 7pm-10pm. Sponsored by: Chateau Champoux
524 Alderdale Rd., Alderdale, WA. PHONE: 509-894-5005. Email: chateaucr@bentonrea.com. Website : www.chateauchampoux.com. Hors d'oeuvres 7pm Dinner 8pm-10pm French inspired dinner while tasting top Cabernet wines produced from Champoux grapes. As always, Chocolate surprise with our special Port at evenings end. $150 per couple.
SUNSHINE MILL ARTISAN PLAZA & WINERY: 901 East 2nd St, The Dalles, OR. 541.298.8900. Open summer holiday and event weekends. Website: www.sunshinemill.com
SYNCLINE WINE CELLARS: 307 W. Humboldt St., Bingen, WA, 98605, (509) 493-4705. Website: www.SynclineWine.com. Open Thurs-Sun 10am-6pm Working with some of Washington State's most sought after vineyards, Syncline Wine Cellars' dedicated winemaking offers a distinctive tasting experience of terrior driven wines. Cabernet and Merlot.
THE PINES TASTING ROOM AT WESTWIND GALLERY: 202 State St. Hood River, OR. Grand Opening September 1, 2006.
Open Thursday-Friday 3-7pm; Saturday 12-7pm; Sunday 12-5pm; 541.993.8300. Lonnie and Linda Wright are owners of The Pines Vineyard, one of the oldest vineyards in the Northwest. Its Old Vine Zinfandel planting has been traced to 1914 or earlier. These original plants are still producing today. Lonnie and Linda invite you to enjoy our Old Vine Zin, Merlot and Zinfandel available at fine restaurants and wine shops throughout the Gorge and coming soon at their new tasting room.
WAVING TREE VINEYARDS: Waving Tree Vineyards is 5 miles east off US 97. 509-773-4605
WHEATRIDGE IN THE NOOK VINEYARD & WINERY: Arlington, OR. 541.454.2585. Open 11-6 daily. Hidden in the gentle folds of “The Nook” between the John Day and Columbia rivers, Wheatridge has been in the Bartlemay family for over 100 years. Originally a wheat farm, now the golden rows of wheat lay next to acres of lush green grape vines. Handcrafted wine created by talented artists, Wheatridge in the Nook offers a taste of Eastern Oregon from unexpected territory. Located six miles off Interstate 84 at exit 123. Website: www.wheatridgeinthenook.com.
WIND RIVER CELLARS: 196 Spring Creek Road, 215; Husum, WA, 98623. 509 493-2324, fax:509-493-2887; Email: windrivercellars@gorge.net - Website: www.WindRiverCellers.com. Open daily 10am-6pm Nestled in the terraced hills and overlooked by Mt. Hood, Wind River Cellars offers beautiful views and award-winning wines.
WINE & BREW TOURS: Raised in the rich volcanic soil and sharing the same latitude as Bordeaux, France, the wines of Washington win more awards proportional to production than any other wine region in the world. There are many excellent wineries and breweries in the Puget Sound and other areas of Washington.
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