The last day of the 2022 harvest at Long Shadows Vintners was marked by both the completion of our 20th harvest and our founder Allen Shoup's passing.
Allen was a humble gentleman; compassionate, dedicated and passionate. Allen was not only my boss, but an incredible mentor and father-figure.
Anyone in Washington with a broad taste for the finer things in life owes Allen Shoup a heartfelt toast of appreciation.
"I've contributed a series of stories for The Seattle Times in the past few weeks. Alas, writing this tribute to the great Allen Shoup came many years too soon. A true gentleman." - Eric Degerman
Eric's full article on the life and legacy of Allen can be found here.
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our founder, father and friend, Allen Shoup.
Allen Shoup played a leading role in developing Washington's wine industry as the head of the state's biggest winery, Chateau Ste. Michelle, and later as the owner of his own acclaimed winery, Walla Walla's Long Shadows Vintners.
Thank you to HistoryLink.org for this incredible interview with our founder, Allen Shoup. Read the full interview here!
What does the future look like for Long Shadows? Watch Part 2 of this interview with Gilles Nicault from local Tri-City and Yakima favorite KAPP-KVEW television to find out.
Washington state makes some darn good Riesling, and Poet's Leap's flavors of ripe peaches and apricots had me instinctively reaching for a napkin to wipe fresh fruit from my chin.
What makes our Chihuly Tasting Room so special? Watch this interview with Gilles Nicault from local Tri-City and Yakima favorite KAPP-KVEW television.
