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Visitors to Washington state wineries have something new to toast. WineTrails of Washington makes it both easy and fun to experience the many tasting rooms throughout the state. Trekking from tasting rooms housed in romantic châteaux to those occupying lovingly restored barns, you will learn firsthand why Washington wines get rave reviews.
Local author Steve Roberts (and founder of WineTrailsNW.com) guides you through memorable wine tours, from Woodinville to Walla Walla. This book features 32 unique WineTrails, most of which can be experienced in a day or two. Profiles of each winery include a winery description, the winemaker’s philosophy, photos, contact information, hours, maps, and driving directions. You’ll also find tips on tasting room etiquette and lessons from Wine Tasting 101. Take along this guide and read aloud as you uncork, swirl, and sip your way along the WineTrails!
WineTrails of Washington reveals the best destination wineries for
- Staying overnight
- Dining
- Purchasing wine-related merchandise
- Viewing dramatic scenery
- Picnicking
- Hosting the perfect wedding
Uniquely comprehensive and easy to navigate, WineTrails of Washington is designed by celebrated Northwest artist Lisa Pettit. At only $19.95 this 600-page, full-color guidebook is the perfect gift for a friend, a loved one and yourself!
Reviews
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“A few challenges must be addressed before launching a quality, full-palate assault on any wine region. Do you have an updated map of the region, and is it legible? I know that, for me, stopping for directions is a genetic impossibility. These and a multitude of other tried-and-true remedies to any Washington wine touring challenges have been expertly addressed in a new book by Steve Roberts, "Wine Trails Of Washington: A Guide for Uncorking Your Memorable Wine Tour." This delightful, cohesive, lyrical consolidation of Washington winery touring is one of the best insurance policies I've come across against the dreaded debacle of poorly planned grape juice galloping.”
—Jeff Wicklund, The Everett Herald
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“Roberts managed to write a completely utilitarian wine book, and for that I salute him. I also appreciate anyone taking a plucky "knowing any better would have stopped me" approach to life. Keep it in the car, next to your 100 Hikes books, and never be thirsty on the road again.”
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“Roberts did the research, came up with the itineraries, took the photos, wrote the text and produced this thick (608 pp) book. A ton of work went into this book, and it is loaded with information, including suggestions on where to stay and directions to each winery. Those who spend free weekends touring Washington wine country will want to have a copy of this in their glove box.”
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“Steve Roberts…has written what I think is the best guide to touring Washington wine country to date. It's called "WineTrails of Washington" and it isn't so much a book about Washington wines as it is about discovering them. Roberts stays clear of ranking and rating wines and instead leads you around the state so you can come to your own conclusions. He is evenhanded in his coverage and seems to understand that wineries, just like wines, should be enjoyed on their own merits. It's great to marvel at the extravagance of Basel Cellars or Chateau Ste. Michelle but it's also good to appreciate the rustic charm of the Quonset hut-cum-winery at Steppe Cellars in Sunnyside. He does have favorite winery visits, though, which he breaks out for views, picnics, dining and gift shops.”
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