News — Washington State

Quilceda Creek, one of Washington state’s most elite Cabernet Sauvignon producers, has purchased a 17-acre vineyard in Red Mountain from the Duckhorn Portfolio. The purchase price was not disclosed.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates CEO Shawn Conway is moving to take the helm at rival U.S. wine group Far Niente Wine Estates. Conway takes on the role of permanent chief executive at the Napa Valley-based company, following the retirement of former CEO Steve Spadarotto in January.