The French term “terroir” claims that vineyard location is key to wine character and quality. So this in-depth look at one of Washington State’s most established vineyards will provide the chance to taste – and test – that idea. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery will pilot Dick Boushey, owner of Yakima Valley’s famed Boushey Vineyards, alongside leading national wine authorities and local winemakers who utilize Boushey grapes—all to see how one patch of ground shows in the glass!
Moderator: Bob Betz, MW (Betz Family Winery)
Panelists: Dick Boushey (Boushey Vineyards), Joshua Greene (Wine and Spirits Magazine), Dr. Kevin Pogue (Whitman College), Sara Schneider (Sunset Magazine)
Wines:
- Betz Family Winery 2008 “La Serenne”Syrah, YV $55
- Betz Family Winery 2008 “La Côte Rousse” Syrah, RM $55
- The Bunnell Family Cellar 2007 “Boushey-McPherson” Syrah, YV $43
- Forgeron Cellars 2008 “La Serenne Block” Syrah – Barrel Sample, YV $45
- JM Cellars 2007 “Boushey Vineyard” Syrah, YV $40
- Maison Bleue 2008 “Liberté” Syrah, YV $40
- Sparkman Cellars 2007 “The Darkness” Syrah, YV $50