Drink In Life
Savoring Life, Writing Through It
Category: PNW Travel
The Alluring Ancient Lakes AVA
With the addition of four new AVAs (American Viticultural Areas) in the past two years, the ever-growing total of AVAs across the state of Washington currently numbers 20, and is expected to grow with more Washington AVAs currently proposed. Since our state wine regions… Continue Reading “The Alluring Ancient Lakes AVA”
The Ambiance of Lenné Estate’s Pinot Noir
Ambiance-the character and atmosphere of a place. Many wine enthusiasts have been in a setting such a restaurant, bar or winery that has characteristic ambiance. These are places where conversations flow a little more easily and the wine somehow just always tastes better. So,… Continue Reading “The Ambiance of Lenné Estate’s Pinot Noir”
Welcome to Drink In Life! I’m Elaine—a writer, wine expert, photographer, and lifelong collector of moments that deserve to be remembered. This space began as a place to share the beauty I found in a vineyard’s quiet morning light, the rhythm of travel, and the way a glass of wine can hold history, place, and emotion all at once. Whether you’re here for the wine, the words, or something in between, I’m glad you found your way. The stories are just getting started.
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