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The Seattle Times - Visionary Allen Shoup

"I've contributed a series of stories for The Seattle Times in the past few weeks. Alas, writing this tribute to the great Allen Shoup came many years too soon. A true gentleman." - Eric Degerman

Eric's full article on the life and legacy of Allen can be found here.

NW Wine Report - Allen Shoup's Legacy

"It is impossible to overstate the impact Allen had on Washington wine, from the creating of the Columbia Valley appellation to forming key partnerships that have dramatically expanded the awareness o...
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Allen C. Shoup

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our founder, father and friend, Allen Shoup.

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Get to Know: Walla Walla Valley AVA

Recently voted “America’s Best Wine Region” (again!) by USA Today, Walla Walla rolls out the wine welcome mat with over 120 wineries and nearly 3,000 acres of vines. The esteemed Walla Walla Valley AV...
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WA State History - Allen Shoup Interview

Allen Shoup played a leading role in developing Washington's wine industry as the head of the state's biggest winery, Chateau Ste. Michelle, and later as the owner of his own acclaimed winery, Walla Walla's Long Shadows Vintners.

Thank you to HistoryLink.org for this incredible interview with our founder, Allen Shoup. Read the full interview here!

Owen Bargreen - Fall Wine Reviews

Long Shadows has made their name by crafting outstanding red wines with a superstar cast of winemaking talent that spans the globe. Gilles Nicault serves as Long Shadows head winemaker. A great dude w...
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Get to Know: Horse Heaven Hills AVA

At Long Shadows, we build our wines on the best fruit sourced from Washington State’s most prestigious vineyards. One of those vineyards, The Benches at Wallula, is tucked into the defined benchland r...
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