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2008

Of special note, the annual ESP Anniversary dinner will not be held on Barrel Tasting Weekend this year. For our most valued customers that have attended over the past 13 years, watch the website for details of a new and updated event that will be held later this year.

Join us for one of our great events for a fabulous adventure in wine!  Most of our events are open to the public, but make sure to read the details as we do have events that require tickets or are by invitation only.  We are affiliated with both the Columbia Valley Winery Association and Wine Yakima Valley and many of our events are supported by these two organizations.

Red Wine & Chocolate on February 16 - 18, 2008

(These are 2007 details.  Stay tuned for 2008 update)

The natural affinity between dark chocolate and red wine is no secret. The Red Wine and Chocolate event weekend in the Yakima Valley provides a distinctive and elegant offering of fine chocolate and fine wine. Visit the more than 52 wineries in the Yakima Valley Wine country during this Presidents’ Day weekend. Each winery pairs sumptuous chocolate desserts with their very own remarkable red wines.

Purchase your “Reserve Ticket” and enjoy exclusive benefits available only during this event weekend. “Reserve Ticket” holders will be able to experience a variety of specialty Red Wine and Chocolate pairings, library tastings, and tours not available to the public. Tickets are $20.00 and include a Signature 15 oz Wine Yakima Valley wine glass. For more information or to purchase your reserve tickets, visit www.wineyakimavalley.org.

Spring Barrel Tasting on April 25 - 26, 2008

(These are 2006 details.  Stay tuned for 2008 update)

It’s spring time and that means Seth Ryan Winery is pleased to be gearing up for Wine Yakima Valley’s Barrel Tasting Weekend and we will be open from 10 am to 6 pm all three days.

This year for the first time, Seth Ryan will be charging all participants a $5 tasting fee. That fee will allow you to choose and taste from all wines, including the 2000 Red Mountain Reserve Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, as well as the barrel sample of Syrah. The Syrah will be a blend of wine from three types of French barrels.  In exchange for this tasting fee, all wine purchases will be discounted an additional 10%.

Our great volunteer staff will provide spirited conversations, and the management will have tantalizing tidbits for your palate. We will have an assortment of breads, dipping oils, cheeses, and pâté that will be available throughout the day.

As has been our custom, Wine Tasting will be in the barrel room to allow for plenty of room for the crowds. You will enter through the back door to accommodate the flow. Our Tasting Room will be used only as the salesroom for the weekend. In addition to our wines, we feature a wide assortment of bread dipping oils, unusual vinegars, unique sauces and spreads, Baum’s Candies made with Seth Ryan Merlot and Chardonnay, and an outstanding selection of wine themed gifts. We take pride in offering the best prices in the valley as a courtesy to our customers.

Catch the Crush on September 27 & 28, 2008

(These are 2007 details.  Stay tuned for 2008 update)

Seth Ryan has something for everyone. For the adventuresome, trek out to our 17 acres of vineyards to watch the pickers, as they demonstrate their skill of gathering clean, leaf free fruit that is on its way to the hopper for de-stemming. Visit the crush pad to sample the grapes and catch a taste of free run juice, as it heads to the tanks for fermentation. Crush pad will be set up and tours will be conducted even if the grapes are not available. All our red wine (except reserve) is on sale for $10 per bottle - don't miss out! In addition to wine tasting, Steve Haberman and Mary Lou Gnoza will be on hand for a live music performance on Saturday. Don't miss our huge red wine sale - $10 per bottle.  

VIP: VIP ticket holders will also receive an additional 10% discount on all case wine purchases. You can purchase tickets in advance for $20 ($25 during the event) at our winery or online at www.columbiavalleywine.com/catchthecrush.htm.

Savor the Arts on October 1 - 31, 2008

(These are 2007 details.  Stay tuned for 2008 update)

Visiting wine country in October generally conjures up visions of grape vines laden with crisp ripe grapes, workers cutting fruit from the vine by hand, and a new vintage of wine – just around the corner. Yakima Valley wineries have added a new dimension to wine country harvest. Savor the Art features a combination of art and wine and provides visitors another aspect of wine country touring.

Savor the Art is Wine Yakima Valley’s wine and art pairing event. Artists from all over Washington State have paired with Yakima Valley wineries to display their art in the tasting rooms of Yakima Valley / Red Mountain wineries. The event will create an artisans atmosphere throughout all of wine country. Visitors can sample and purchase wine and art throughout the month of October.

Seth Ryan is hosting Tom McClelland.

Thanksgiving in Wine Country on November 27 - 28, 2007

(These are 2006 details.  Stay tuned for 2007 update)

The event that has become a Northwest tradition. Seth Ryan will pair with Monterosso’s Italian Restaurant and their chef will be here part time. For the casual visitor that does not have the reserve ticket, Seth Ryan will feature samples of Jo’s Curried Pumpkin Soup.

Reserve Ticket holders will be taken to the barrel room where they will be seated to taste “Oreste Monterosso,” a family secret recipe from the old country paired with Seth Ryan’s Red Mountain Cabernet Franc.  There is a limited quantity of 70 cases of Cabernet Franc and he pairing will show how the velvety smooth wine pairs with the creamy rich Italian sauces to make a delightful meal fit for Kings and Queens.  Ticket holders will also receive a 20% discount on all purchases of white wines.  Seth Ryan is also blowing out all red wine inventory with a huge sale.  All wine red wine is on sale for $10 per bottle or $100 per case - including the Cabernet Franc.  Don't miss out!

Purchase your “Reserve Ticket” at and enjoy exclusive benefits available only during this event weekend.  Tickets are available online at www.wineyakimavalley.org for $20.