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  • Wed, November 05, 2025 1:27 PM | Lindsey Lamb (Administrator)

    Mark your calendar & watch your inbox

    Dear Wineries,

    SE Productions and the Washington State Wine Commission are thrilled to announce that Taste Washington will return in 2026, with The Grand Tasting returning to Lumen Field Event Center on March 21 and 22nd, 2026. 

    After last year’s wildly successful event, with a record-setting number of attendees, we cannot wait to see what 2026 brings. 

    Registration for The Grand Tasting opens on Tuesday, November 18, with 200 winery spots available and an early-bird discount for the first 100 wineries to sign up. Keep reading for full details on each event and registration requirements so you’ll be ready when registration goes live!
    Keep reading for more information on these KEY ITEMS:
    • Review Event Participation Policy
      • Complete any missing grape reports and complete the 2025 report which opened on Monday, November 3rd.
    • Prepare for registration
    • Nominate trade
    • Review event details and pricing
    Looking to elevate your brand’s presence? If you’re a winery, regional association, or vineyard interested in a larger footprint or enhanced visibility at The Grand Tasting, please reach out to SE Productions’ sponsorship coordinator, Chloe Hendrickson, and review this deck to view sponsorship opportunities in action from 2025.

    EVENT PARTICIPATION

    Per our event participation requirements, in order to register for any Taste Washington events, all wineries and vineyards must be up to date on their grape reports and assessments paid to the Washington State Wine Commission through the 2024 reporting year. Additionally, registered wineries must complete their current grape assessments for the 2025 vintage by January 31, 2026 or risk losing their table at Taste WA and being replaced by a waitlisted winery. 

    If you are a distillery, please note that The Grand Tasting does not include spirits. If you are interested in looking at other sponsorships outside of The Grand Tasting, please reach out to SE Productions.  


  • Wed, August 27, 2025 10:41 AM | Lindsey Lamb (Administrator)

    Veraison and samples and picking, OH MY! Harvest is here and so is a great list of resources from WSWC Research Librarywhich has over 100 reports, overviews, presentations, and more for your reference, education, and curiosities. Tip: Scroll down the page for the relevant WSU bulletins and how-to videos,

  • Tue, August 19, 2025 6:07 PM | Lindsey Lamb (Administrator)


    Webinar Recording and Presentation Links are available below.

    WSLCB Webinar Recording
    WSLCB Presentation Slides

    TTB Webinar Recording
    TTB Presentation Slides

    Refer to additional resources to keep your employees and businesses safe.

  • Tue, August 19, 2025 6:02 PM | Lindsey Lamb (Administrator)


    Submit your wines to be evaluated by the Northwest's top wine industry professionals, earn medals and gain valuable exposure.

    Deadline to Submit (*and wine delivered): October 17th
    Judging Dates: November 11th & 12th
    Medalists Announced: December 9th


  • Tue, August 19, 2025 6:00 PM | Lindsey Lamb (Administrator)


    The Greater Seattle Export Accelerator (GSEA) program is a complimentary program open to selected small businesses and 
    growth-stage exporters across King, Pierce, and Snohomish County. 

    Learn more about how to apply HERE

  • Mon, August 11, 2025 12:21 PM | Lindsey Lamb (Administrator)

    The Woodinville Wine Country (WWC) Advertising Co-op Program offers participating members various benefits aimed at optimizing their advertising efforts through data-driven strategies and advanced technology. Here’s a summary of what the program provides and the benefits members can receive:


    Learn more here: WWC Co-Op Program_ ADVERTISING (2).pdf

    Program Offerings

    1. Data-Driven Audiences and Media Placement:

      • Custom audiences are built using Datafy's data, with media placements tracked and optimized for the best audience reach.

    2. Advanced Campaign Reporting:

      • A live dashboard tracks the success of campaigns, providing insights into ad viewers and market visitors.

    3. Creative Development:

      • Datafy offers specifications for updating existing creative assets or developing new ones for niche campaigns at an additional cost.

    4. 10% Added Value:

      • Partners receive 10% additional value impressions to extend campaign reach.

    Key Benefits 
    Participating in this program allows members to leverage advanced advertising technologies and data analytics, ensuring efficient and effective marketing efforts tailored to reach the most qualified audiences.

    1. Return on Ad Spend:

      • Linking ad exposure to actual market visits, providing clear attribution and ROI.

      • AD Tracking: Collect user data and insights.

      Customized Strategy:
      • Tailored strategies based on data audiences, ensuring targeted and effective advertising efforts.

    2. Customized Strategy:

      • Tailored strategies based on data audiences, ensuring targeted and effective advertising efforts.
    3. Collaborative and Efficient Ad Spend:

      • Combining resources for better buying power and access to advanced tactics and technology.

    4. High-Quality Data:

      • Utilizing geolocation, demographic, and spending data with a five-year historical lookback for unparalleled insights.

    5. Targeted Audiences:

      • Ability to create specific audience categories such as past hotel visitors, visitors to competitive destinations, in-market visitors, and more.

    6. Advertising Tactics:

      • Various online touchpoints including digital audio, HTML5 display, video, static display, native ads, and connected TV.

    Additional Features

    • Visitor Spending Data and Universal IDs:

      • Access to detailed spending data and household-level demographics for precise targeting.

    • Insights and Analytics:

      • Detailed reports on ad-targeted visitors, their market behavior, length of stay, and household demographics.


    To sign up complete: WWC Co-Op Sign Up Form.pdf
    and send to lindsey@woodinvillewinecountry.com


  • Wed, June 11, 2025 1:13 PM | Lindsey Lamb (Administrator)

    The City of Woodinville is launching a new micromobility pilot program in partnership with the private company Lime, aimed at expanding sustainable transportation options for both residents and visitors. Starting Monday, June 16, and running through Wednesday, October 1, Lime will offer shared scooters and bikes via its mobile app platform.

    As part of the pilot, the City will be collecting feedback from businesses, residents, and riders through an online survey to help shape future transportation planning. Businesses can report an issue with Lime here.

    Key Pilot Program Priorities:

    • Preventing devices from cluttering streets and sidewalks
    • Creating geofenced parking zones for better organization
    • Establishing no-ride and reduced-speed zones for safety

    Stay tuned for updates -- be sure to share your input to help guide this city initiative!

    FEEDBACK SURVEY
    HOW TO RIDE INFO
    REPORT ISSUE TO LIME


  • Fri, June 06, 2025 2:25 PM | Lindsey Lamb (Administrator)

    WSU Tri-Cities recently held a Wine Service Excellence workshop through their Cougar Tracks program for continuing education & workforce training. See the presentation slides on our resources page, and check them out for additional training opportunities. 

  • Thu, June 05, 2025 10:30 AM | Lindsey Lamb (Administrator)


    How Email Marketing Actually Works (and Why It Matters)

    Email marketing is one of the most effective ways to connect with your audience—and it’s surprisingly simple once you understand the basics.

    AWeber’s guide breaks it down into five key steps:

    1. Grow your list – Start by collecting emails through sign-up forms or lead magnets.

    2. Segment your audience – Group your subscribers based on interests or behaviors so your messages feel more personal.

    3. Create great content – Send emails that are relevant, valuable, and engaging.

    4. Send at the right time – Use tools to schedule your emails when people are most likely to open them.

    5. Track and improve – Monitor what’s working (and what’s not) so you can refine your strategy.

    What makes email marketing so powerful? It’s permission-based, direct, and cost-effective—bringing in an average of $36 for every $1 spent. It’s a great tool for building trust, driving action, and staying top-of-mind with your audience.

    See the full article by Sean Tinney on AWeber

  • Mon, June 02, 2025 12:35 PM | Lindsey Lamb (Administrator)

    Alexa Dickinson, the Eastside and Snohomish County Community Manager at Yelp, has provided guidance on leveraging Yelp tools and optimizing online presence for businesses. She has conducted sessions aimed at helping businesses maximize their visibility and engagement on Yelp.

    Given her role and experience, her recommendations include:

    • Claiming and optimizing your Yelp Business Page: Ensuring that your business information is accurate and up-to-date.

    • Engaging with customer reviews: Responding to reviews to show appreciation and address concerns.

    • Utilizing Yelp's advertising tools: Exploring free options to increase visibility.

    • Encouraging satisfied customers to leave reviews: Building a strong online reputation through positive feedback.

    For more detailed information, you might consider reaching out directly to Alexa Dickinson or visit business.yelp.com/resources

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