
Peter Dow’s legacy: Nebbiolo in Washington and Café Juanita remembered
Peter Dow’s passing underscores his outsized impact: pioneering Nebbiolo in Yakima Valley and bridging Seattle dining, winemaking, and import culture.

Peter Dow’s passing underscores his outsized impact: pioneering Nebbiolo in Yakima Valley and bridging Seattle dining, winemaking, and import culture.

Peter Dow’s imprint on Washington wine runs deep—from Café Juanita to Cavatappi, Red Willow Nebbiolo, and pioneering Syrah. A life well poured. Remembered at 80.

Peter Dow’s rare triple-threat career shaped Washington wine. From Café Juanita to Nebbiolo at Red Willow, his imprint endures—and still guides what we drink.

Peter Dow shaped Washington wine: Café Juanita’s Italian soul and Cavatappi’s Nebbiolo at Red Willow sparked experimentation that still defines the region today.