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Jackson Family Wines’ Washington Gambit: A Strategic Shift in Cabernet

Dec

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Jackson Family Wines’ Washington Gambit: A Strategic Shift in Cabernet

Here’s what you need to know: Jackson Family Wines didn’t just stumble into Washington. For three decades, the Napa-based label has built its reputation on calculated moves—starting with Oregon’s Pinot Noir boom, then pivoting to Cabernet Sauvignon. When climate change and wildfires forced a rethink, the family’s answer wasn’t panic but precision. Their 2022 acquisition of Skysill Vineyard in Walla Walla Valley wasn’t a gamble; it was a masterstroke. The decision wasn’t born of hype. “We didn’t make any wine in 2020,” explains Chris Carpenter, JFW’s Napa Cabernet lead. “That’s when we started seriously considering alternatives.” The Blue Mountains’ cooling…

Seattle’s 10 Best Restaurants for Wine Enthusiasts

Dec

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Seattle’s 10 Best Restaurants for Wine Enthusiasts

Seattle’s wine scene is thriving, blending Pacific Northwest terroir with global influences. Here are 10 spots where the city’s culinary and viticultural excellence collide. Canlis, a Grand Award winner since 1950, remains a benchmark for fine dining. Its prix fixe menu, overseen by chef James Huffman, pairs Pacific Northwest ingredients with verticals of Burgundy and Rhône classics. The Canlis Salad, prepared tableside, is a must-try. Wine director Ally Lanoue’s 2,600-label list includes rare vintages from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti and Salon, proving the city’s depth. Across town, Metropolitan Grill elevates steakhouse classics with rare cuts like Japanese snow beef and…