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  • May 15th 2026 Issue
  • Story by Ross Courtney
  • Photographs by TJ Mullinax

    • A new era for Ste. Michelle Wine Estates

    New owner talks of continued grape purchases and honoring grower contracts.

    —As the new owners of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, Court Wyckoff said his family’s company will honor contracts, continue to buy grapes from outside growers and hold pat on volume reductions. Thus begins the new era of Washington’s largest winery.

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    Grapes, Ross Courtney, TJ Mullinax, May 15th 2026 Issue
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    Ross Courtney
    Ross Courtney is an associate editor for Good Fruit Grower, writing articles and taking photos for the print magazine and website. He has a degree from Pacific Lutheran University. -- Follow the author -- Contact: 509-930-8798 or email.
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