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Caterina Winery began operation in 1993 with winemaker Michael Scott continuing to produce award-winning wines from premium Columbia Valley grapes. Owned by a Spokane-area investor group, Caterina Winery was named for the great-grandmother of one of the investors. "We're proud to continue the tradition of winemaking begun in the 1800s by Luigi and Caterina Barbieri in San Pietro Vara in Northern Italy," says Lyn Tangen, president of Caterina Winery. "Pasquale Barbieri continues to this day to pioneer wine production in the Tuscany and Liguria regions of Italy."

Michael Scott, a veteran of Washington winemaking for over a dozen years, was at several Spokane wineries before Caterina Winery bought his then-current venue, Livingstone Winery, in 1993. "I have very much enjoyed the challenges and rewards of winemaking at Caterina since the changeover," states Scott. "We have excellent sources for fruit that enable me to craft wines that please both consumers and wine critics." Caterina Winery's Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and reserve bottlings have garnered medals in many national and international competitions. The wines are favorites at exclusive restaurants from Seattle to San Francisco and appear, as production limitations permit, on lists in many other major U.S. cities.

Winemaker Michael Scott

Arriving in Spokane, Washington from his native Cambridgeshire, England on Valentine's Day, 1979, Michael Scott was unsure of the direction his life would take in his new country. Answering an ad for tasting room help, he admitted that his wine knowledge was minimal. His proper English accent impressed his interviewer, however, and he was soon pouring wine on weekends at Worden Winery. While at Worden, Scott began to learn about winemaking techniques from winemaker Mike Conway. When Conway started his own operation, Latah Creek Wine Cellars, Michael Scott followed to continue his education in wine and winemaking and became full time assistant winemaker in 1985. "I learned the artistic side of winemaking from Mike Conway." says Scott.

In 1990 Michael Scott left Latah Creek to become cellarmaster and assistant winemaker at Steven Thomas Livingstone Winery. The focus here was more technical and Mike discovered the synergism of the art and science of wine.
As Caterina's winemaker, Mike produces wines that win both awards and acclaim from reviewers and wine lovers alike. He enjoys creating wines like Caterina's Cabernet Sauvignon - wines with depth, intensity and potential. For everyday drinking he enjoys Caterina Sauvignon Blanc for its bright, crisp flavors and refreshing finish.

Scott believes that wine shouldn't be perceived as a snobby drink. It is meant to be fun and should be shared with friends over a good meal. "Too many people believe that some deep understanding is required to enjoy wine. It's not. The only thing you need to know is how to get the wine from glass into your mouth without spilling it down the front of your shirt."

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