Drink In Life
Savoring Life, Writing Through It
Category: Washington Wines
The Ebb and Flow of Washington Chenin Blanc
“Wine cheers the sad, revives the old, inspires the young, makes weariness forget his toil.” Lord Byron Awhile ago I posted a story on Instagram about a California Chenin Blanc blend that I really enjoyed, paired with Chips and Clam Dip to celebrate the… Continue Reading “The Ebb and Flow of Washington Chenin Blanc”
Exploring Walla Walla Wine Country: Pepper Bridge Winery
The history of Pepper Bridge Winery in Walla Walla Washington began 30 years ago when Norm McKibben, a founding father of Walla Walla’s wine industry, realized the region’s great grape-growing potential. It was in 1989 when McKibben, his wife Virginia, and their eldest son… Continue Reading “Exploring Walla Walla Wine Country: Pepper Bridge Winery”
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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