http://beyondthebottle.com/ A consumer's perspective on Oregon and Washington wine. en Copyright 2011 Mon, 02 May 2011 07:07:50 -0800 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/?v=3.2ysb5-20051201 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss < Four years ago today, I launched this site as a means to chronicle my experiences connecting with the people and places behind Oregon and Washington wine. In keeping with this site's name, I yearned to go beyond the bottle to learn more about the land, the growers, the vines, and the makers who craft some truly extraordinary wines here in the Pacific Northwest. Along the way, I wanted to share these experiences so other consumers could become more connected to our region's bounty. What an incredibly fulfilling and deeply satisfying journey it has been these last four years. During... http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/05/good-bye-beyond-the-bottle-thad-westhusing.html http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/05/good-bye-beyond-the-bottle-thad-westhusing.html Perspectives Mon, 02 May 2011 07:07:50 -0800 http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/04/maryhill-dry-riesling-2009.html http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/04/maryhill-dry-riesling-2009.html Tasting Notes Sat, 30 Apr 2011 15:19:36 -0800 http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/04/seven-hills-cabernet-sauvignon-klipsun-vineyard-2007.html http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/04/seven-hills-cabernet-sauvignon-klipsun-vineyard-2007.html Seven Hills Winery Wed, 13 Apr 2011 19:25:47 -0800 http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/04/brick-house-evelyns-pinot-noir-2008.html http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/04/brick-house-evelyns-pinot-noir-2008.html Brick House Vineyards Tue, 12 Apr 2011 19:51:44 -0800 < SlowFood USA is petitioning the Environmental Protection Agency to commission an objective study to identify the causes of bee colony collapse disorder (CCD). I signed this petition not only to express my support for the study, but also counter any undue pressure the EPA is receiving from chemical interests to not take action. But action is exactly what is needed on this important issue. To learn more about this growing problem, please visit the SlowFood USA site, where you can also sign the petition online. In addition, here's a recent article on the global reach of CCD. Thanks to... http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/03/help-save-the-bees.html http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/03/help-save-the-bees.html Perspectives Mon, 14 Mar 2011 21:03:05 -0800 < Over the last few months, I have been pulling a variety of Oregon and Washington wines from the cellar rather than buying new releases. I am doing this for a couple of reasons, one being the fact that my storage space had reached its capacity and another the sense that some older bottles might have passed their prime. It's been an interesting experience revisiting some of my favorite wines from the 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007 vintages, as well as bottles that had been given to me or were purchased during tasting room visits. In doing so, I have... http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/02/i-seek-wines-that-make-me-reach.html http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/02/i-seek-wines-that-make-me-reach.html Perspectives Wed, 23 Feb 2011 15:05:51 -0800 http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/02/the-hands-of-harvest-oregon-pinot-noir.html http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/02/the-hands-of-harvest-oregon-pinot-noir.html Photographs Mon, 07 Feb 2011 13:15:00 -0800 http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/02/cameron-winery-giuliano-2009.html http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/02/cameron-winery-giuliano-2009.html Cameron Winery Thu, 03 Feb 2011 11:51:18 -0800 http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/01/asimov-review-oregon-pinot-noir-2008-vintage.html http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/01/asimov-review-oregon-pinot-noir-2008-vintage.html Wine Fri, 21 Jan 2011 10:19:17 -0800 http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/01/brick-house-chardonnay-2008.html http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/01/brick-house-chardonnay-2008.html Brick House Vineyards Tue, 11 Jan 2011 13:10:11 -0800 < Here's a list of the most viewed (and implied read) posts from last year, along with my favorites published in 2010. One thing is clear about this site: most of those visiting seek wine reviews or tasting notes. Even still, a significant number of visitors read my "Perspective" posts, which focus on relevant topics that go beyond how a wine tastes. A heartfelt thanks to all of you who visited BeyondtheBottle.com in 2010. I hope you enjoyed reading about my experiences with Oregon and Washington wine. I also hope my coverage helped enhance your own enjoyment of a wine,... http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/01/most-popular-favorite-posts-from-2010.html http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2011/01/most-popular-favorite-posts-from-2010.html Perspectives Thu, 06 Jan 2011 14:29:37 -0800 http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2010/12/happy-holidays-from-beyond-the-bottle.html http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2010/12/happy-holidays-from-beyond-the-bottle.html Tue, 21 Dec 2010 19:40:11 -0800 http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2010/12/holiday-gift-ideas-wine-2010.html http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2010/12/holiday-gift-ideas-wine-2010.html Perspectives Sun, 05 Dec 2010 20:03:51 -0800 < As the image above shows, there are some incredible deals right now when shopping for Oregon pinot noir. Who could have imagined two years ago that $30 bottles from the 2007 and 2008 vintages would be marked down to a $17 price point? Some producers and négociants did, which is why a plethora of new labels have been filling retail shelves and endcaps with Oregon Pinot noir under $20. Rather than drop prices on existing brands, some have chosen to launch new bottlings of Pinot noir at price points as low as $15. At the same time, others have... http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2010/11/worst-best-of-times-oregon-pinot-noir.html http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2010/11/worst-best-of-times-oregon-pinot-noir.html Perspectives Tue, 30 Nov 2010 19:57:02 -0800 http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2010/11/seven-of-hearts-chardonnay-elvenglade-2008.html http://beyondthebottle.com/blog/2010/11/seven-of-hearts-chardonnay-elvenglade-2008.html Tasting Notes Sun, 21 Nov 2010 18:44:53 -0800