From the beloved Ultimate Winery Guide series, we bring you the first and only illustrated guide to the wine countries of Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia, a region increasingly known not only for its popularity as a tourist destination, but for its maverick winemakers and award-winningwines. Essential for the millions who tour and taste each year, the book features detailed profiles of 30 wineries, extensive resource and directory information, and over 100 gorgeous color photographs, making it equally compelling for locals and visitors.

Superbly balanced pinot noirs; crisp rieslings; rich, heady syrahs: these are only a fraction of the expertly crafted wines being produced in the Pacific Northwest's diverse and distinctive wine countries. Second only to California in production, the Pacific Northwest is the largest wine region in North America, home to more than 1,000 wineries. What was once a young wine-growing area with a reputation for eccentricity is today recognized as a dynamic region producing world-class wines, with a focus on ecologically sound practices. This definitive volume profiles the wines, the people who make them, and the wine countries of Washington, Oregon, British Columbia, and Idaho. The journey begins with the region's climates and geology, which create a fascinating tapestry of wine-growing areas. Next, the book focuses on the unique qualities of each wine region, with profiles of more than 160 representative wineries to visit. Included are legacy wineries that helped to build the region’s reputation, prestige wineries with a national presence, under-the-radar artisan wineries that embody the pioneering spirit of the Northwest, and promising new wineries. Each profile lists the winery's signature, premium, value, and estate wines. Beautifully illustrated with photographs and helpful maps, this in-depth guide is a milestone in the North American literature on wine. It will enable wine lovers everywhere to plan their touring, select their wines, and explore and discover the riches of the Northwest's wine country.

During the thirty-five years wine critic and writer Paul Gregutt has lived in the state of Washington, its wine industry has ballooned from a mere half dozen wineries to nearly five hundred. Washington Wines and Wineries offers a comprehensive, critical, and accessible account of the nation's second largest wine-producing region.

Praise for North American Pinot Noir: "Every religion needs its scripture. Now pinot noir worshipers have theirs."—Carol Emert, San Francisco Chronicle "A great resource . . . . Exciting, thought-provoking reading."—Tara Q. Thomas, Wine & Spirits magazine

It's no surprise to many wine experts that Northwest wines remain one of the hottest things in a very hot market. After all the Pacific Northwest wins more medals for the total amount of wines produced than any other region in the world. Now the definitive guide to Northwest wines has been updated and expanded with ratings of 1,000 wines and 250 wineries, making this book a must for wine connoisseur's bookshelf.

"Oregon is a wine lover's paradise." " Wineopolis Citizen's Guide is your passport to exploration and discovery of some of the best wine regions in the world." In the past few years, Oregon wines have become known for their quality and distinction. With its diverse appellations, Oregon is a top producer of the eccentric Pinot Noir grape, as well as many other European varietals. You haven't lived until you've tasted a Pinot Noir from Oregon! Travelers to Oregon Wine Country are sure to find new wine discoveries suited for many tastes. Whether it's the down-home country hospitality of the Umpqua, Rogue and Applegate Valleys, the prestige of the Pinot Noir vineyards in the lush Willamette Valley, or the rugged beauty of the Columbia Gorge ... Oregon's many wineries await! A travel guide written from a wine-lover's perspective Inside you'll find practical information about how to make the most of your time in Wine Country: Highlights of Oregon's winemaking heritage A complete guide to the Applegate, Umpqua, Rogue and Willamette Valleys A guide to the Columbia Gorge region in Oregon Tips on wine-tasting, food pairing and 'wine lingo' glossary Straightforward area maps and descriptions on featured wineries Suggested wineries, activities, dining & lodging establishments throughout Oregon So much more... Wineopolis is more than a travel guidebook. It is also a growing interactive online community, uniting aspiring and life-long wine lovers at Wineopolis.com

The Pacific Northwest has been trasformed into a heavenly playground for the connoisseur, thanks to a band of ingenious folks who have managed to turn the region's diverse terrain and bountiful produce into a host of distinctive beverages. Industry insider Neil Ratliff serves as your tour guide for this exhilarating journey through the booming craft beverage industry in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and British Columbia, uncovering the best of the regions's breweries wineries, cideries, and distilleries. From back cover.