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See the Beauty in the Madness: The Story Behind Maniq Wines
This is the story of Khrischen Alvarado, Founder for Maniq Wines. His wine tells a story not only through the beautiful wine that he makes, but through a label that invites you to look deeper—to see the art, the struggle, and the healing.
Wendy VanArsdale
May 264 min read
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Discovering the Best Tasting Rooms: Fidélitas Winery
Location: Benton City, WA ( directions ) / Tasting Fees: $20 - waived with qualifying purchase and for club members / Open: 7 days a...
Wendy VanArsdale
Oct 19, 20242 min read
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Bottles and Bonds: Purple Star and Crowe Wines in Benton City, WA
Some friendships develop slowly over time. Others seem to sprout from nowhere, blossoming into beautiful connections that feel like...
Wendy VanArsdale
Mar 29, 20242 min read
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Bottles and Bonds: Portrait Cellars and Red Mountain Trails
Working closely with winery owners and vineyard managers, you hear stories.  Lots and lots of stories.  The best ones are those that tell...
Wendy VanArsdale
Feb 2, 20242 min read
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Stroll through a wine village
Imagine parking your car for the day and strolling door-to-door to visit multiple wineries in one afternoon. Whether you are new to the...
Wendy VanArsdale
Apr 14, 20235 min read
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Why should I join a wine club?
Whether you are just starting your dive into the world of wine, or you have been experiencing this world for some time, you will...
Wendy VanArsdale
Oct 23, 20224 min read
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Learning from the masters
I am a nerd when it comes to wine - that is what my husband calls me, and he's right. You know, not the noun definition, but the verb...
Wendy VanArsdale
Oct 27, 20212 min read
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A one-day itinerary for Red Mountain AVA
"Which wineries should I visit if I only have one day?" This is a question I hear often. Living in Washington State wine country, with so...
Wendy VanArsdale
Sep 26, 20214 min read
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Wine Tasting by Bike Tour
( This post was last updated October 2024 ) Sunset road in Benton City, Washington is home to several wineries all located within a 2.5...
Wendy VanArsdale
Jun 2, 20212 min read
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