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2020 ANNUAL REPORT Dear Washington State Wine Industry Colleagues and Friends
2020 ANNUAL REPORT Dear Washington State wine industry colleagues and friends, Fiscal Year 2020 (July 2019-June 2020) was on track to be one of our busiest years ever. From July through February, our team was laser-focused on executing programs and events all over the country that engaged high level trade and media in order to drive opportunity and growth for Washington wineries. In March 2020, COVID-19 put a halt to travel, yet our team has taken on the challenge to innovate and market Washington wine in new, creative ways. We’ve significantly enhanced our presence and activity on social media, and increased our digital marketing efforts tenfold. We worked collaboratively with our partners to plan and execute virtual media tours, online seminars, and even Zoom winemaker dinners. We created two different digital conversation series to engage our network of wine professionals both nationally and internationally. Constituent communications became an even higher priority, to keep our wineries and vineyards well informed about the many changes and adjustments coming from the Governor’s office. We launched a new brand logo and a new marketing campaign, Drink. For WA., to support Washington wineries as well as our neighbors and friends in the restaurant and hospitality industries. We are thoughtfully addressing the social justice movements, and our board formed a Diversity & Inclusion Task Force to help lead the industry in ongoing learning and dialogue. Our research program continues to soar, and the online seminar format allows more of our industry to engage and give input on the future of Washington wine. -
Washington Division of Geology and Earth Resources Open File Report
RECONNAISSANCE SURFICIAL GEOLOGIC MAPPING OF THE LATE CENOZOIC SEDIMENTS OF THE COLUMBIA BASIN, WASHINGTON by James G. Rigby and Kurt Othberg with contributions from Newell Campbell Larry Hanson Eugene Kiver Dale Stradling Gary Webster Open File Report 79-3 September 1979 State of Washington Department of Natural Resources Division of Geology and Earth Resources Olympia, Washington CONTENTS Introduction Objectives Study Area Regional Setting 1 Mapping Procedure 4 Sample Collection 8 Description of Map Units 8 Pre-Miocene Rocks 8 Columbia River Basalt, Yakima Basalt Subgroup 9 Ellensburg Formation 9 Gravels of the Ancestral Columbia River 13 Ringold Formation 15 Thorp Gravel 17 Gravel of Terrace Remnants 19 Tieton Andesite 23 Palouse Formation and Other Loess Deposits 23 Glacial Deposits 25 Catastrophic Flood Deposits 28 Background and previous work 30 Description and interpretation of flood deposits 35 Distinctive geomorphic features 38 Terraces and other features of undetermined origin 40 Post-Pleistocene Deposits 43 Landslide Deposits 44 Alluvium 45 Alluvial Fan Deposits 45 Older Alluvial Fan Deposits 45 Colluvium 46 Sand Dunes 46 Mirna Mounds and Other Periglacial(?) Patterned Ground 47 Structural Geology 48 Southwest Quadrant 48 Toppenish Ridge 49 Ah tanum Ridge 52 Horse Heaven Hills 52 East Selah Fault 53 Northern Saddle Mountains and Smyrna Bench 54 Selah Butte Area 57 Miscellaneous Areas 58 Northwest Quadrant 58 Kittitas Valley 58 Beebe Terrace Disturbance 59 Winesap Lineament 60 Northeast Quadrant 60 Southeast Quadrant 61 Recommendations 62 Stratigraphy 62 Structure 63 Summary 64 References Cited 66 Appendix A - Tephrochronology and identification of collected datable materials 82 Appendix B - Description of field mapping units 88 Northeast Quadrant 89 Northwest Quadrant 90 Southwest Quadrant 91 Southeast Quadrant 92 ii ILLUSTRATIONS Figure 1. -
Horse Heaven Hills, OR135-02
Year 2009 Inventory Unit Number/Name: Horse Heaven Hills, OR135-02 FORM I DOCUMENTATION OF BLM WILDERNESS INVENTORY FINDINGS ON RECORD: 1. Is there existing BLM wilderness inventory information on all or part of this area? No X (Go to Form 2) Yes (if more than one unit is within the area, list the names/numbers ofthose units.): a) Inventory Source:-------- b) Inventory Unit Name(s)INumber(s): _________ c) Map Name(s)INumber(s):_________ d) BLM District(s)/Field Office(s): ________ 2. BLM Inventory Findings on Record: Existing inventory information regarding wilderness characteristics (if more than one BLM inventory unit is associated with the area, list each unit and answer each question individually for each inventory unit): 1 Existing inventory information regarding wilderness characteristics : Inventory Source: ______________ Unit#/ Size Natural Outstanding Outstanding Supplemental Name (historic Condition? Solitude? Primitive & Values? acres) YIN YIN Unconfined YIN Recreation? YIN FORM2 Use additional pages as necessary DOCUMENTATION OF CURRENT WILDERNESS INVENTORY CONDITIONS a. Unit Number/Name: Horse Heaven Hills, OR135-02 (1) Is the unit of sufficient size? Yes ____ No_~x~-- The lands are approximately 6,557 acres of public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management, Spokane District, Border Field Office. The lands are located in Benton County, Washington and are approximately 1 mile south ofthe community of Benton City. The public lands are adjacent to several small parcels of lands owned by the State of Washington. The remainder of the boundary is private land parcels. There are no private lands in-holdings. The lands are broken in smaller subunits by the roads and the powerline. -
Periodically Spaced Anticlines of the Columbia Plateau
Geological Society of America Special Paper 239 1989 Periodically spaced anticlines of the Columbia Plateau Thomas R. Watters Center for Earth and Planetary Studies, National Air and Space Museum, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D. C. 20560 ABSTRACT Deformation of the continental flood-basalt in the westernmost portion of the Columbia Plateau has resulted in regularly spaced anticlinal ridges. The periodic nature of the anticlines is characterized by dividing the Yakima fold belt into three domains on the basis of spacings and orientations: (1) the northern domain, made up of the eastern segments of Umtanum Ridge, the Saddle Mountains, and the Frenchman Hills; (2) the central domain, made up of segments of Rattlesnake Ridge, the eastern segments of Horse Heaven Hills, Yakima Ridge, the western segments of Umtanum Ridge, Cleman Mountain, Bethel Ridge, and Manastash Ridge; and (3) the southern domain, made up of Gordon Ridge, the Columbia Hills, the western segment of Horse Heaven Hills, Toppenish Ridge, and Ahtanum Ridge. The northern, central, and southern domains have mean spacings of 19.6,11.6, and 27.6 km, respectively, with a total range of 4 to 36 km and a mean of 20.4 km (n = 203). The basalts are modeled as a multilayer of thin linear elastic plates with frictionless contacts, resting on a mechanically weak elastic substrate of finite thickness, that has buckled at a critical wavelength of folding. Free slip between layers is assumed, based on the presence of thin sedimentary interbeds in the Grande Ronde Basalt separating groups of flows with an average thickness of roughly 280 m. -
THE WINES of WASHINGTON 2019 Andrew Will Winery Defining the Terroir of Washington State
THE WINES OF WASHINGTON 2019 Andrew Will Winery Defining the Terroir of Washington State “I am not interested in the similarities of my wines but the differences. The different identities of our vineyards and varietals which explore the identity of Washington State as distinct from California or Bordeaux.” Chris Camarda, Owner & Winemaker "[Chris Camarda] makes a bevy of incredible wines that will stand toe to toe with Bordeaux's 3-4+ times their going rates.” - Jeb Dunnick, The Wine Advocate "...These single vineyard bottlings are amongst the most superb wines made in the US today and are built to age long and gracefully in the cellars and only reveal their entire complement of aromatic and flavor complexities in the fullness of time." John Gilman, View From The Cellar Working out of a humble 60’ by 10’ winery, winemaker Chris Camarda launched Andrew Will Winery (Named after Chris’s son Will and Nephew Andrew) with his inaugural 1989 vintage. He has spent the last two decades producing some of Washington’s most well respected wines. Structured, elegant, and age worthy, they are a singular voice that has never adjusted in an attempt to chase scores or suit trends. Although always a focus, Chris’ attention to terroir has only intensified over time. Since 2001 he almost exclusively produces single vineyard blends as he feels this shows the terroir more clearly than a single varietal bottling. Currently he only sources from four vineyards that he feels provide the finest fruit: Champoux, Discovery, Two Blondes, and Ciel du Cheval. All Andrew Will wines are treated more or less the same in the cellar; 25-35% new oak barrels, aged for around 21 months, followed by a year of aging in bottle. -
2018 RESEARCH ANNUAL REPORT Dear Washington State Wine Industry Colleagues and Friends
2018 RESEARCH ANNUAL REPORT Dear Washington State Wine Industry Colleagues and Friends, In three short years, Washington State Wine has taken our viticulture and enology research program to new heights. We’re proud to share the 2018 program highlights with you in this annual report and hope you will take a few moments to learn more about the industry’s wine research program. The research program is guided by a well-defined strategic plan that was developed with broad industry input. It is one of a few in the nation funded by all wine grape growers and wineries in the state. In a nutshell, the program is: • Industry driven – research priorities are established by growers and wineries • Industry guided – funding recommendations are approved by industry • Accessible to all – winemakers and growers, regardless of size, have access to research results Washington State Wine Board members who sit on its Research Committee and volunteer industry mem- bers of the Wine Research Advisory Committee (WRAC), a subcommittee of Washington State Wine, play a crucial role for the wine research program. The Research Committee has fiduciary oversight and drives the Washington State Wine research program; WRAC works to keep the statewide viticulture and enology research program impactful and relevant to the wine industry. The ultimate goal is to help Washington wine producers—both growers and winemakers—grow even better grapes and make even better wine by providing science-based tools to help them improve. Research is a stra- tegic imperative for the industry’s continued health and long-term growth, and one of four pillars of Washing- ton State Wine’s overall strategic plan. -
Hanford Reach National Monument Planning Workshop I
Hanford Reach National Monument Planning Workshop I November 4 - 7, 2002 Richland, WA FINAL REPORT A Collaborative Workshop: United States Fish & Wildlife Service The Conservation Breeding Specialist Group (SSC/IUCN) Hanford Reach National Monument 1 Planning Workshop I, November 2002 A contribution of the IUCN/SSC Conservation Breeding Specialist Group in collaboration with the United States Fish & Wildlife Service. CBSG. 2002. Hanford Reach National Monument Planning Workshop I. FINAL REPORT. IUCN/SSC Conservation Breeding Specialist Group: Apple Valley, MN. 2 Hanford Reach National Monument Planning Workshop I, November 2002 Hanford Reach National Monument Planning Workshop I November 4-7, 2002 Richland, WA TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Page 1. Executive Summary 1 A. Introduction and Workshop Process B. Draft Vision C. Draft Goals 2. Understanding the Past 11 A. Personal, Local and National Timelines B. Timeline Summary Reports 3. Focus on the Present 31 A. Prouds and Sorries 4. Exploring the Future 39 A. An Ideal Future for Hanford Reach National Monument B. Goals Appendix I: Plenary Notes 67 Appendix II: Participant Introduction questions 79 Appendix III: List of Participants 87 Appendix IV: Workshop Invitation and Invitation List 93 Appendix V: About CBSG 103 Hanford Reach National Monument 3 Planning Workshop I, November 2002 4 Hanford Reach National Monument Planning Workshop I, November 2002 Hanford Reach National Monument Planning Workshop I November 4-7, 2002 Richland, WA Section 1 Executive Summary Hanford Reach National Monument 5 Planning Workshop I, November 2002 6 Hanford Reach National Monument Planning Workshop I, November 2002 Executive Summary A. Introduction and Workshop Process Introduction to Comprehensive Conservation Planning This workshop is the first of three designed to contribute to the Comprehensive Conservation Plan (CCP) of Hanford Reach National Monument. -
Washington Wine
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Wine Grape Variety Trial for Maritime Western Washington 2000-2008
Summary of Results: Wine Grape Variety Trial for Maritime Western Washington 2000-2008 Wine Grape Cultivar Trials 2000-2008 in the Cool Maritime Climate of Western WA Gary Moulton, Carol Miles, Jacqueline King, and Charla Echlin WSU Mount Vernon NWREC 16650 State Route 536, Mount Vernon, WA 98273 Tel. 360-848-6150 Email [email protected] http://extension.wsu.edu/maritimefruit/Pages/default.aspx Wines produced from grapes grown in cool climate regions have generally low alcohol content, low viscosity, and high fruit aromas and flavor (Casteel, 1992; Jackson and Schuster, 1977; Zoecklein, 1998). Certain varietals from Germany, Austria Russia, Hungary, and Armenia, as well as some common French varieties such as Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris can produce excellent fruity wines in western Washington. Selection of the right clone is important and knowing the heat units of your site will greatly aid in the selection of which varieties to grow. The cool maritime region of western Washington is on the very low end of the spectrum with respect to the number of growing degree days (GDD) needed for ripening the more common wine grape cultivars. Although the Puget Sound region has a long growing season in terms of frost free days, mesoclimates within the area range from below 1200 GDD to 2200 GDD. The Washington State University Mount Vernon Northwestern Washington Research and Extension Center (WSU Mount Vernon NWREC) research site is located at 12 feet above sea level in the Skagit Valley floodplain, 3 miles from the Puget Sound. Since 2002, annual GDD averaged 1693; in 2003 there was a spike in GDD of 1965. -
HHH Appraisal Study Phasei
PHASE 1 REPORT: HORSE HEAVEN WATER STORAGE APPRAISAL ASSESSMENT WRIA 31 Prepared for: WRIA 31 Planning and Advisory Committee Project No. 090045-009-01 August 15, 2012 Final Funded by Ecology Grant No. G1100215 + Prepared in collaboration with e a r t h w a t e r pect CONSULTING e a r t h + w a t e r Aspect Consulting, LLC 401 2nd Avenue S. Suite 201 Seattle, WA 98104 206.328.7443 www.aspectconsulting.com ASPECT CONSULTING Contents Executive Summary ...................................................................................... ES-1 1 Introduction .............................................................................................. 1-1 1.1 Phased Appraisal Approach .......................................................................1-2 1.2 Organization of Phase 1 Report .................................................................1-3 2 Assessment of Pumped Storage Potential (Alder and Switzler Reservoirs) ................................................................................................ 2-1 2.1 Description of Pumped Storage .................................................................2-1 2.2 Hydroelectric Potential ................................................................................2-2 2.2.1 Alder Reservoir .................................................................................. 2-3 2.2.2 Switzler Reservoir .............................................................................. 2-3 2.2.3 Potential Annual Power Production ................................................... -
Yakima Valley Sr Appellation 823 Exit 26 Selah
A B C D E F G H I J 1 1 SR WINERIES AND VINEYARDS OF THE 821 WASHINGTON Seattle Harrison 150 miles YAKIMA VALLEY SR APPELLATION 823 EXIT 26 SELAH N. Wenas YAKIMA VALLEY 82 YAKIMA Yakima Valley Wineries & Vineyards: Wilridge Selah Rd WINE COMMUNITY Vineyard, US EXIT Ackley Rd Gilbert EXIT 30 Yakima Wine Community Wineries Winery 12 Cellars WINERY LOCATION KEY 2 & Distillery W Powerhouse Rd EXIT 31 2 Zillah Wine Community Wineries 14 Hands Winery...........................G6 Dineen Vineyards............................ C4 Maison de Padgett Winery ............. C4 Tapteil Vineyard Winery...................I5 Naches Heights Rd AntoLin Wine Yakima Valley N 40th N Cellars Mon–Fri, 8:30a–5:00p Prosser Wine Community Wineries Airfield Estates.................................F6 Domanico Cellars .................. G6 & F6 Masset Winery.................................B3 Terra Blanca Winery.........................I5 2nd St 2nd Ehler Rd Ehler AntoLin Cellars............................... A2 Fortuity Cellars ................................F6 Milbrandt Vineyards.........................F6 Thurston Wolfe Winery..................F6 EXIT 33 Wilridge Summitview Yakima Red Mountain & Vicinity Wine Community Wineries Barrel Springs Winery.....................F5 Gilbert Cellars........................A2 & A3 Owen Roe .......................................B3 Treveri Sparkling Cellars..................B3 Vineyard Southard 9th St 9th 2nd Ave 2nd Chandler Reach Vineyards..............H6 Hightower Cellars.............................I5 Paradisos del Sol............................ -
Cabernet Sauvignon
���� Cabernet Sauvignon The vineyard sources for our Cabernet Sauvignon come Harvest began early morning on September 10th, 2015 and con- from three distinct AVAs. In the Columbia Valley, 2015 was a tinued through October 20th. We did the majority of our cluster very early and extremely warm year. Hot days were accompa- sorting in the vineyard, which allowed the fruit to arrive at the nied by warm nights, but luckily much of the heat caused the winery chilled and without need for much additional sorting. plants to slow respiration to survive the heat. In Red Mountain, 2015 was also warm, and as a result of the heat, acid levels in the This wine was fermented mostly in concrete tanks with a very wines were low, but the heat created photosynthetic stall in the small amount fermented in stainless steel and aged in 80% vineyards, balancing lower acids with lower alcohols. Wahluke new French oak for 21 months. The addition of 6% Cabernet Slope, which is typically a more moderate growing area for Franc adds aromatic complexity and a touch dryer tannin that Washington, had better acid levels than Red Mountain to help helps with length and persistence. keep the wines fresh and ripe. CANADA ������ ��������� Bellingham Port Angeles 1 Columbia Valley AVA Stillwater Creek Vineyard, LAKE CHELAN I Woodinville COLUMBIA VALLEY Seattle D Dionysus Vineyard, Spokane A Wenatchee Bacchus Vineyard H OLYMPICS ANCIENT LAKES O Olympia CASCADES 2 Red Mountain AVA Canyons Vineyard NACHES HEIGHTS WAHLUKE SLOPE 3 Pullman Yakima LEWIS-CLARK SNIPES MOUNTAIN 1 VALLEY RATTLESNAKE HILLS RED MOUNTAIN 3 Wahluke Slope AVA Weinbau Vineyard Prosser Tri-Cities YAKIMA VALLEY 2 WALLA WALLA HORSE Walla Walla VALLEY HEAVEN HILLS COLUMBIA GORGE OREGON PACIFIC OCEAN PACIFIC Vancouver Portland N W E S Production 235 Cases Release Date April 2018 Blend 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc Vinification Mostly Concrete Tanks Aging 80% New French Oak Barrels Alcohol 14.1% Retail $57 �������� ������ ����� ����� �� ��, �����������, �� ����� ��������������.���.