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Winners Announced in Oregon Coast Wine Competition

  

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02/17/08

Secrets of the Season

Winners Announced in Oregon Coast Wine Competition

(Newport, Oregon) - Oregonian's may think of northeastern Oregon and southeastern Washington as a vast sea of wheat, but two couples in Milton-Freewater planted a vineyard five years ago, and this month Zerba Cellars entered Newport's 31st Annual Seafood and Wine Festival Commercial Wine Competition. Zerba entered the maximum of three wines in the contest, competing against a record 156 entries from 54 wineries. Their Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah all won Gold Medals. The Cabernet was voted Best-Of-Show.

Owner/partners of Oregon's only winery in the Walla Walla Valley, Cecil and Marilyn Zerba and Mark and Dana Retz and their winemaker Doug Nierman, have been dazzling the wine world with award-winning wines since their earliest releases.

The 2008 Newport Seafood and Wine Festival awarded 25 gold Medals, 31 Silver and 43 Bronze. In addition to Zerba (not Zorba nor Zebra!) Cellars' three Golds, five other wineries each won two Gold Medals: Anthony Dell Cellars, Griffin Creek Vineyards, Sagelands Vineyards, Spangler Vineyards and Wine By Joe.

The panel of five expert judges, who have worked together for many years at Newport and other northwest competitions, noted that the overall quality of the wines entered was remarkably high compared to previous years. The judges were Brooks Tish, Georgia Ross, Lorn Razzano and Thomas "Mac" McLaren, as well as Gerry Warren, who said, "There was hardly a bad bottle in the bunch." All are food and wine writers, wine merchants, restaurateurs and/or wine competition organizers.

Newport's 2008 Seafood and Wine Festival opens Friday Feb. 22 and continues through Saturday and Sunday Feb. 23 and 24 at the Marina.

The complete list of awards for the 2008 Seafood & Wine Festival Commercial Wine Competition:

Best of Show: Zerba Cellars, Walla Walla Valley. 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon.

Gold Winners:

Anthony Dell Cellars, Willamette Valley. 2005 Pinot Noir.

Anthony Dell Cellars, Rogue Valley. 2005 Red Blend.

Chateau Ste. Michelle, Columbia Valley. 2006 Chardonnay.

Coleman Vineyards, Willamette Valley. 2006 Pinot Noir.

Columbia Crest, Washington State. 2005 Red Blend (Cab, Merlot)

David Hill Vineyards & Winery, Willamette Valley. 2006 Chardonnay Reserve

Griffin Creek Vineyards, Rogue Valley. 2005 Cabernet Franc.

Griffin Creek Vineyards, Rogue Valley. 2004 Syrah.

Henry Estate Winery, Umpqua Valley. 2006 Riesling (4.5% RS).

Honeywood Vinery, Willamette Valley. 2004 Pinot Noir.

Melrose Vineyards, Umpqua Valley. 2005 Merlot.

Sagelands Vineyard, Columbia Valley. 2005 Chardonnay.

Sagelands Vineyard, Columbia Valley. 2004 Red Blend, "Freddie's Blend."

Sienna Ridge Estate, Red Hill-Douglas Co. 2003 Pinot Blanc.

Breathtaking high panoramic beach views from oceanfront rooms, spacious family suites & fully equipped cottages. Known for gracious hospitality, the sparkling clean Sea Horse features a heated indoor pool, dramatic oceanfront spa, great whale watching, free deluxe continental breakfast, conference room, free casino shuttle & HBO. Fireplaces, private decks and spas are available in select rooms. Close to shops, golf, fishing & restaurants. Pets are welcome in select rooms. Senior discounts. Kids 18 and under stay free in their parent's room. Very attractive rates.

Sumptuous indoor pool heated year round. Lovely ocean views come with many rooms. All units big, extremely comfortable, w/ special touches. Each room contains a microwave, refrigerator, in-room coffee makers, cable TV, and larger kitchen units are available as well. Free parking, choice of smoking or non-smoking rooms. Within walking distance to all of Yachats’ various amenities; short walk to the beaches

20 gorgeous homes sleep up to 18; doubled that with some side-by-side homes. Some pet friendly. Cottages to massive homes; new oceanfront to renovated historic beach houses. All over central coast w/ Lincoln City, Otter Rock, Boiler Bay and Nye Beach. Long list of features, including barbecues, large decks, antique furnishings, wood stoves, gas fireplaces, hardwood floors, Jacuzzis and hot tubs. Most have movies, music, books. Gift basket w/ goodies in each

Silvan Ridge, Oregon. 2006 Pinot Gris.

Spangler Vineyards, Southern Oregon. 2006 Viognier.

Spangler Vineyards, Southern Oregon. 2006 Petite Sirah.

Troon Vineyards, Applegate Valley. 2005 Port-Style "Insomnia Port."

Tualatin Estate, Willamette Valley. 2005 Pinot Noir.

Willamette Valley Vineyards, Oregon. 2006 Riesling.

Wine by Joe, Oregon. 2006 Pinot Gris.

Wine by Joe, Oregon. 2006 Pinot Blanc.

Zerba Cellars, Columbia Valley. 2005 Syrah.

Zerba Cellars, Columbia Valley. 2005 Merlot.

Zerba Cellars, Walla Walla Valley. 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon.

Silver Medal Winners

12 Ranch Wines, Southern Oregon. 2004 Syrah.

Anthony Dell Cellars, Rogue Valley. 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon.

Canoe Ridge Vineyard, Columbia Valley. 2006 Gewurztraminer Snipes Vyd

Chateau Lorane Winery, Umpqua Valley. 2005 Tempranillo.

Chateau Ste. Michelle, Columbia Valley. 2006 Gewurztraminer

David Hill Vineyards & Winery, Willamette Valley. 2006 Pinot Noir Barrel Select.

17 lavish, beachfront suites feature Jacuzzi or outdoor hot tub, gas fireplace, luxury robes & linens, TV, two-headed showers. Three large suites have kitchens. Private deck w/ BBQ available. No smoking or pets. Perfect for romantic getaway, honeymoon.

Feed the seals! One of the oldest aquariums in the U.S. is here in Seaside, Oregon, right on the Promenade

Condo-hotel that offers the amenities of a fine hotel, but also includes ownership of a vacation home on the north Oregon coast. It is a unique opportunity, as condo owners have an opportunity to share in the revenues of their unit. All have either spectacular, nearly aerial views of the ocean and city, or they gaze out at the lush forests of the coast range mountains. There are private balconies in all rooms, which come as studios or units with one bedroom or two - as large as 850 square feet. Each is fully furnished. $189,000 to $449,000, (with most in the $300,000 range.) When owners are not using their units, they may be rented out as hotel rooms, and owners may share in those revenues.

Domaine Ste. Michelle, Columbia Valley. NV Sparkling Blanc De Noir, Methode Champenoise.

Domaine Ste. Michelle, Columbia Valley. NV Sparkling Brut, Methode Champenoise.

Domaine Ste. Michelle, Columbia Valley. NV Sparkling Spumante Frizzante, Methode Champenoise

Eola Hills Wine Cellars, Applegate Valley. 2005 Chardonnay "Mystery Block"

Eola Hills Wine Cellars, Applegate Valley. 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve

Griffin Creek Vineyards, Rogue Valley. 2004 Viognier.

Honeywood Vinery, Willamette Valley. 2006 Riesling.

Madrone Mountain Vineyard, Applegate Valley. 2003 Port-Style Red.

Madrone Mountain Vineyard, Oregon. 2004 Port-Style.

Melrose Vineyards, Umpqua Valley. 2004 Pinot Noir Barrel Select.

Noble Estate Vineyard & Winery, Willamette Valley. 2005 Pinot Noir Reserve.

Red Diamond Winery, Washington State. 2004 Merlot.

Ribera Vineyards, Willamette Valley. 2006 Pinot Gris.

Sagelands Vineyard, Columbia Valley. 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon "Four Corners"

Saginaw Vineyard, Willamette Valley. 2007 Pinot Noir Blanc

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Sea Mist Winery, Oregon. 2007 Dessert Cranberry/Raspberry

Snoqualmie Vineyards, Columbia Valley. 2003 Syrah

Spangler Vineyards, Southern Oregon. 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon.

Spindrift Cellars, Willamette Valley. 2005 Pinot Noir Reserve.

Spindrift Cellars, Willamette Valley. 2006 Pinot Noir.

Trinity Vineyards, Willamette Valley. 2005 Pinot Noir.

Vitis Ridge, Willamette Valley. 2006 Pinot Gris.

Vitis Ridge, Willamette Valley. 2006 Marechal Foch.

Willamette Valley Vineyards, Willamette Valley. 2006 Pinot Noir.

Wine by Joe, Oregon. 2006 Pinot Noir.

Bronze Winners

12 Ranch Wines, Southern Oregon. 2005 Merlot.

Airlie Winery, Willamette Valley. 2006 White Blend "7" (7 varietials).

Amity Vineyards, Willamette Valley. 2006 Pinot Blanc.

Amity Vineyards, Willamette Valley. 2006 Riesling "Wedding Dance."

Canoe Ridge Vineyard, Columbia Valley. 2006 Riesling.

Canoe Ridge Vineyard, Columbia Valley. 2004 Merlot.

Cardwell Hill Cellars, Willamette Valley. 2006 Pinot Gris

A famous little family eatery where the seafood practically gets shuffled from the sea straight into your mouth. Soups and salads include many seafood specialties, including cioppino, chowders, crab Louie and cheese breads. Fish 'n' chips come w/ various fish. Seafood sandwiches with shrimp, tuna or crab, as well as burgers. Dinners like pan fried oysters, fillets of salmon or halibut, sautéed scallops.

Lincoln City’s only resort hotel built right on the beach with all oceanfront rooms - nestled against a rugged cliffside overlooking a soft, sandy beach. Dine in penthouse restaurant and bar, for casual meal or candlelight dinner. An array of seafood specialties, juicy steaks and other Northwest favorites, including decadent Sunday buffet. Rooms range from bedrooms to studios to 1-bedroom suites with microwaves and refrigerators to full kitchens. Also, wi-fi, spa, saunas, exercise room and year-round heated swimming pool. Kids will love the game room and easy beach access. Full-service conference/meeting rooms for that inspirational retreat; extensive wedding possibilities.

Literally over 100 homes available as vacation rentals – all distinctive and carefully selected to be special. Find them in Yachats, Waldport, Newport, Nye Beach, Otter Rock, Depoe Bay, Gleneden Beach, Lincoln Beach, Lincoln City, Neskowin, Pacific City, Tierra Del Mar and Rockaway Beach. Some pet friendly.

Cardwell Hill Cellars, Willamette Valley. 2005 Pinot Noir, Estate Bottled.

Chateau Lorane Winery, Oregon. 2005 Huxelrebe.

Chateau Lorane Winery, Umpqua Valley. 2004 Baco Noir.

Chateau Ste. Michelle, Columbia Valley. 2004 Merlot.

Columbia Crest, Columbia Valley. 2006 Pinot Grigio Grand Estates.

Columbia Crest, Columbia Valley. 2005 Merlot Grand Estates.

Emerson Vineyards, Willamette Valley. 2006 Pinot Noir "Avelina."

Emerson Vineyards, Lodi, CA. 2005 Syrah.

Eola Hills Wine Cellars, Applegate Valley. 2001, Port Style.

Girardet Wine Cellars, Umpqua Valley. 2006 Baco Noir.

Girardet Wine Cellars, Southern Oregon. 2006 Red Blend.

Hauer Of The Dauen Winery, Willamette Valley. 2006 Pinot Gris.

Hip Chicks Do Wine, Columbia Valley. 2006 Syrah Windy Ridge Vineyards.

Hip Chicks Do Wine, Oregon/Wash. 2006 Red Blend Mer, Mal, Sandiovese, CabF, CabS

LaVelle Vineyards, Willamette Valley. 2006 Pinot Gris Vintage Select.

LaVelle Vineyards, Willamette Valley. 2006 Riesling.

Madrone Mountain Vineyard, Oregon. 2005 Dessert Spec Select, Lt Hvst Gewurz.

Newly renovated, 30 upscale rooms, on north end of Lincoln City, close to everything. Spa-like feeling, w/ luxury linens & robes, pillow top mattresses, flat screen TV's, granite counters and more all add to pampering. Oceanfront and ocean view units w/ gas fireplace. Hot Tub units. Romance packages. Luxury Room for every budget: meeting and wedding spaces too.

Free, fresh baked cookie upon check-in is just the start. All rooms beachfront and up against Lincoln City's most famous stretch of beach: the D River. Each room comes as a suite or mini-suite, and has a kitchen and balcony or patio. Some w/ gas fireplaces, while all have a DVD Players; movies to rent come with free popcorn. Heated indoor pool, a spa, and this fabulous beach is lit at night. Rooms sleep from two, four to six - including a deluxe fireplace suite. Gift certificates orspecial occasion packages

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Melrose Vineyards, Umpqua Valley. 2004 Syrah.

Namaste Vineyards, Willamette Valley. 2006 White Table Wine "Peace"

Namaste Vineyards, Willamette Valley. 2006 Riesling Dry.

Noble Estate Vineyard & Winery, Willamette Valley. 2006 Riesling.

Orchard Heights Winery, Willamette Valley. 2007 Riesling.

Paschal Winery & Vineyard, Rogue Valley. 2006 Pinot Gris.

Paschal Winery & Vineyard, Rogue Valley. 2004 Syrah.

Red Diamond Winery, Washington State. 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon.

Sea Mist Winery, Oregon. 2007 Dessert Cranberry

Sienna Ridge Estate Red, Hill-Douglas Co. 2005 Merlot

Silvan Ridge, Rogue Valley. 2006 Syrah.

Snoqualmie Vineyards, Columbia Valley. 2006 Sauvignon Blanc.

Snoqualmie Vineyards, Columbia Valley. 2006 Riesling.

Sweet Cheeks Winery, Willamette Valley. 2006 Riesling Dry.

Valley View Winery, Rogue Valley. 2006 Viognier "Anna Maria."

Valley View Winery, Rogue Valley. 2003 Syrah "Anna Maria."

Valley View Winery, Rogue Valley. 2006 Port

Whidbeys, Washington State. 2005 Port.

Willamette Valley Vineyards, Oregon. 2005 Chardonnay Dijon Clone.


Tradewinds Motel, Rockaway Beach. All rooms are immaculate and have TV’s, VCR’s and in-room phones w/ data ports. Oceanfronts have queen bed, a double hide-a-bed, kitchen, cozy firelog fireplace and private deck. Both types sleep up to four people. Others are appointed for a two-person romantic getaway, yet still perfect for those on a budget. Elaborate oceanfront Jacuzzi suite has two bedrooms, kitchen, double hide-a-bed, fireplace and private deck, sleeping as many as six. For family reunions or large gatherings such as weddings, some rooms can connect to create two-room and three-room suites. Some rooms pet friendly. 523 N. Pacific St., Rockaway Beach. (503) 355-2112 - 1-800-824-0938. www.tradewinds-motel.com

Inn at Cannon Beach. Beautifully wooded natural setting at quiet south end of Cannon Beach. Great during winter storms with a new book by the fireplace – or when the sun is out for family fun and beach strolling. Handsome beach cottage-style architecture. Lush flowering gardens and naturalized courtyard pond. Warm, inviting guest rooms. Continental buffet breakfast. Warm Cookies. Family and Pet Friendly. Welcome gifts. Smoke-free. Complimentary Wireless Connectivity. Wine and book signing events. 800-321-6304 or 503-436-9085. Hemlock At Surfcrest, Cannon Beach, Oregon. www.atcannonbeach.com.

The Ocean Lodge. There will not be another property built like this in Cannon Beach in our lifetimes. Rare, premiere ocean front location; handsome, dramatic architecture and tasteful, fun (nostalgic) beach interiors. Overlooks Haystack Rock. 100 percent smoke free. Imaginative special occasion packages. Massive wood burning lobby fireplace. Library w/ fireplace, stocked with impressive book collection. Pet and family friendly. Lavish continental buffet breakfast. In-room fireplaces, mini-kitchens. Jacuzzi tubs in select rooms. DVD players, complimentary movies. Morning paper. Warm cookies. 888-777-4047. 503-436-2241. 2864 Pacific Street. Cannon Beach, Oregon. www.theoceanlodge.com

Weiss' Paradise Suites & Vacation Rentals - Seaside

Unique Luxury Accommodations in Seaside. 1BR Suites, 1BR & 2BR Duplex Units and 3BR Houses, units for 2-8 people. Rent entire property for 20-26. Close to beach, river and Broadway St.
Suites are designed for two adults; vacation rental units for families. All units have kitchen and many have fireplace, deck and jetted tub. Comfy robes, slippers, luxury bath amenities, quality linens and more. 741 S. Downing St., Seaside. 800-738-6691. www.SeasideSuites.com



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A1 Beach Rentals, Lincoln City. Perfect for large family vacations all the way down to a getaway lodging for two - with over 25 vacation rental homes to choose from. A breathtaking collection of craftsman or traditional beachfront homes, or oceanview houses – from one to seven bedrooms. In various areas of Lincoln City and overlooking the beach, with some in Depoe Bay. All kinds of amenities are available, like hot tubs, decks, BBQ, rock fireplaces, beamed ceilings and more. Some are new, some are historic charmers. Lincoln City, Oregon. 1-(503)-232-5984. www.a1beachrentals.com.

 

For over 80 years a favorite of Seaside visitors. 51 oceanfront condos, individually owned and decorated. Suites for couples, small apartments with fireplaces and kitchenettes, one or two bed family units with fireplaces, kitchens and dining rooms. Oceanview cottages sleep anywhere from two to eight, w/ two bedrooms, some with lofts, fireplaces and kitchens. Heated outdoor pool, enormous grounds w/ picnic tables - all at quiet southern end of Seaside.

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Arch Cape Property Services. Dozens of homes in that dreamy, rugged stretch between Cannon Beach and Manzanita known as Arch Cape. Oceanfront and ocean view , or just a short walk from the sea.
All homes are immaculate and smoke free; some pet friendly (with a fee). Some with broadband, indoor or outdoor hot tubs, fireplaces, decks, and fire pits or barbecues. Call about tempting winter specials that go until March (not valid holidays, however). www.archcaperentals.com 866-436-1607.