The
Washington Association of Wine Grape Growers recognized achievements of
industry leaders at an Honor Reception held during their annual
Convention held in Kennewick last week. The
annual awards were for Grower of the Year, Industry Service, Lifetime
Achievement, and Restaurant Appreciation. About 2,000 state, national,
and international participants from the grape and wine industry
attended.
GROWER OF THE YEAR
Mimi Nye,
of Ste Michelle’s Canoe Ridge Estate