Explore the wines of Washington State

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Join Heather Dougherty DipWSET for an evening exploring the USA's second largest wine region - Washington State.

Event details

'Eccentrics, mavericks, ideologues, rockers, chemists, poets, traditionalists, upstarts, lifers, dabblers - there's a little of everything up here.' Amy Glynn, Paste Magazine

In the extreme conditions of the high desert of Washington's wine country, winemakers fashion brilliant Syrah, Riesling and Chardonnay, plus renowned Cabernet and Bordeaux blends. Come and taste a selection of top wines from the region while learning about its unique geography, young winemakers and short but storied history.

Alongside the wines, enjoy a selection of locally sourced cheese and charcuterie.


Example wine list

  • Charles Taylor - Kung Fu Girl Riesling (Columbia Valley)
  • Hedges Family Estate - Le Blanc 2022 (Red Mountain)
  • Valdemar Family Estates - Chardonnay 2021 (Columbia Valley)
  • Syncline - Subduction Red 2022 (Columbia Gorge)
  • Reynvaan - Foothills Reserve 2021 (Walla Walla)
  • Chateau Ste Michelle - Merlot (Columbia Valley)
  • Betz Family - Clos de Betz 2019 (Columbia Valley)
  • Cadence - BelCanto (Red Mountain)

Tasting level

Intermediate: An in-depth exploration of a particular topic. Some prior knowledge is beneficial – such as a WSET Level 2 qualification – but these sessions will be enjoyable and educational for anyone with an interest in the subject.


About the presenter, Heather Dougherty DipWSET

Heather Dougherty DipWSET

Following a ten year stint in travel tech, where wine appreciation was strictly recreational, Heather began studying the WSET Diploma and realised that her future career lay in wine.

Following graduation, Heather set up Red White & Rosé in 2006 specialising in fun, informative wine events. Since then she has conducted tastings for corporate clients, wine societies, private groups and has presented to the wine trade on her areas of expertise.

She is a Certified Educator for the Rhône, Rioja and Cava and was UK Champagne Ambassador in 2018.


Booking terms and conditions

Payment in full must be made at the time of booking and places are not confirmed until payment has been received. Unfortunately we cannot take provisional bookings.

Cancellations and transfers

  • Cancellations and transfers can be made up to two weeks before the event.
  • Cancellations within 10 working days are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another event.
  • If you need to change a name on the booking, please give us as much notice as possible.
  • WSET School London reserves the right to cancel an event. If necessary, a full refund or transfer will be offered.

Please note: The sample list and speaker/s may be subject to change.

Contact us

If you have any queries about this event, please call our Student Services team on 020 7089 3841 or email studentservicesteam@wsetglobal.com