Later, as we talked endlessly about the wine, we asked ourselves: Why don't we drink more wine from Washington?
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Great NW Wine - Shoup Leaves Long Shadow Across WA Wine Industry
The late Allen Shoup, a man of élan and prescience worthy of an autobiography, was too modest for that.
Wine Spectator - It's a New Day in Woodinville
When Woodinville's flagship winery, Chateau Ste. Michelle, was put up for sale this summer, many in the Washington wine community were puzzled. But in this time of transition there are now more that 1...
The Seattle Times Editorial - Raise a glass of Washington Wine for Allen Shoup
Anyone in Washington with a broad taste for the finer things in life owes Allen Shoup a heartfelt toast of appreciation.
The Seattle Times - Visionary Allen Shoup
"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.
Wine Spectator - Guiding Force Allen Shoup
"He was to Washington wines what his friend and mentor Robert Mondavi was to Napa Valley," said his friend and Napa Valley vintner Agustin Huneeus, Sr. "Allen was a brilliant and tireless champion of ...
NW Wine Report - Allen Shoup's Legacy
"It is impossible to overstate the impact Allen had on Washington wine, from the creating of the Columbia Valley appellation to forming key partnerships that have dramatically expanded the awareness o...
The Seattle Times - The 20 Best NW Wines of 2022
The Seattle Times lists the top twenty wines of 2022, including our 2020 Poet's Leap riesling.
"Gilles Nicault’s elegant expression with this noble white wine offers classic tones of lime, grapefruit...
KVEW - Wine Wednesday #2
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.
Owen Bargreen - Fall Wine Reviews
Long Shadows has made their name by crafting outstanding red wines with a superstar cast of winemaking talent that spans the globe. Gilles Nicault serves as Long Shadows head winemaker. A great dude w...