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Woodinville Wine Tastings

Wine Tasting and Self-guided Tour for Two or Four with

Reidel Wine Glasses at Woodinville Wine Tastings

Participants can try up to 4 wines at each winery to

find the one that they like the most.

Elevation Cellars

Patterson Cellars

Pondera Winery

19501 144th Ave NE

Woodinville, WA 98072

425-486-8500

The Fine Print

Woodinville Wine tastings is a self-guided tasting experience to three of Woodinville’s most popular destination wineries, Elevation Cellars, Patterson Cellars and Pondera Winery.  All three of these premium quality, boutique wineries  are located within steps of each other in the Warehouse Winery District.  Each winery will offer a selection of their wines for tasting and you will have the opportunity to purchase wines to take home at a special promotional discount.  This offer also includes custome logo etched Reidel Crystal wine glasses that are yours to keep!

No reservation is required.   You will be moving from one winery to the other at your own pace, but we suggest you arrive early enough to allow at least 20 minutes at each stop to fully enjoy your experience.

Please note, our tasting rooms have limited capacity, so we do not allow any groups larger than 8 guests.

featured wineries:

Pondera Winery: Winemaker Shane Howard utilizes grapes from many of Washington's most highly regarded vineyards, producing a bounty of award winning wines.

Patterson Cellars: Winemaker John Patterson crafts approachable Washington State wines that reflect the new world style with a diverse collection that includes robust red blends, elegant single varietals, sparkling wines and lush dessert wines.

Elevation Cellars: Elevation Cellars produces an array of award winning wines that will be thoroughly enjoyed around your table.

Directions:

• Take WA 522 E from I 405 to the Duvall exit, NE 195th St.

• Turn Right on NE 195th up the hill and turn  • Left on 144th Ave NE.

• Go about one block to the

Woodinville Park North   warehouse complex.

• Turn left.

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The Best Wineries to Visit in Woodinville

By Sean P. Sullivan January 11, 2023

Bordeaux-style wines meet picnic priorities at Matthews Winery.

Image: Brandon Hill

Western Washington's  epicenter of wine dates back to the 1970s. Today, change is sweeping the area, from new tasting districts to the uncertain future of Chateau Ste. Michelle. In other words, Woodinville has lots of exciting new developments, but also some reasons to return, time and again, to taste.

Hollywood District  /   Warehouse District  /  Downtown and Woodin Creek Village / Eastern Washington Outposts

Hollywood District

Betz family winery.

Now firmly in its third decade, Betz Family devotes itself to high-end Bordeaux and Rhône-style wines. The cabernet sauvignon is exquisite. Four syrahs showcase differences in the state’s best vineyards and appellations, while the grenache-heavy Besoleil drinks like a cup of fresh fruit. The tasing room is currently only open to members of the winery’s list.

Chateau Lill

Greg Lill has reclaimed the estate-style building that once housed his original winery, DeLille Cellars. Today it’s a scenic hub for weddings and events, but also conducts tastings of wines sourced from other well-known local wineries, but poured under Chateau Lill’s label. In warmer months, tastings happen in the garden, or you can stroll the property, glass in hand.

Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery

Yes, some or all of this wine region’s foundational chateau is potentially up for sale, but the winery is committed to its 2023 concert calendar season. And, uncertainty aside, it remains a wonderful place to visit in Woodinville. Throughout its run, Ste. Michelle has been the state’s leader in producing good wines at any price. A spot-on $12 bottle? A stunning single-vineyard sauvignon blanc? The winery has both. Its $10 Dry Riesling is easily the best value in the state if not the country.

Image: Courtesy Chateau Ste. Michelle  

DeLille Cellars

DeLille Cellars offers rooftop tastings. 

IMAGE:  COURTESY DELILLE CELLARS

Gorman Winery

Guardian cellars.

Image: Courtesy Guardian Cellars

Jaine Cottage

The Jaine Cottage is all about white, rosé, and sparkling wine.

Image: Brooke Fitts

Mark Ryan Winery

Winemaker Mark McNeilly made a name for himself in the early 2000s fashioning uniformly excellent red blends, with ripe fruit and hefty tannic structures, from esteemed Ciel du Cheval Vineyard on Red Mountain. He’s still at it; few do it better. This year, the tasting room will relocate to a new building on the campus of the former Redhook Brewery.

Matthews Winery

Matthews is one of the longest tenured wineries in Woodinville. Yes, with its “inspired by Bordeaux” tagline, you know cabernet sauvignon is important here, but the sauvignon blanc is also a standout. The winery recently brought in a new winemaking team from Quilceda Creek .

Novelty Hill–Januik

IMAGE:  COURTESY NOVELTY HILL

Sparkman Cellars

Warehouse district, avennia wine.

In just 10 years, Avennia has established itself as one of the state’s top wineries, dedicated to using old vine grapes and picking early, giving the releases a distinctly old-world, savory edge, but with plenty of fruit. Recently the winery has added some Red Mountain offerings to its repertoire.

Callan Cellars

Cedergreen cellars, damsel cellars.

Mari Womack in her recently updated Woodinville tasting room.

IMAGE:  COURTESY RICHARD DUVAL / DAMSEL CELLARS

Image: Courtesy Katie Parra / JM Cellars

Kevin White Winery

Owner and winemaker Kevin White’s day job allows him to offer the best quality-to-price wines in the state. But the word is out on his pure, fruit-driven wines. Some, such as the feels-like-stealing ‘Blue Label’ wine, can sell out in less than a week.  A new tasting room offers a gently upgraded experience.

Passing Time Winery

Pomum cellars/idlico, quiddity wines.

Giant chess (and regular-size pours) at Quiddity Wines.

Sightglass Cellars

Sean Boyd, previously the longtime winemaker at Woodinville Wine Cellars, excels with stainless steel–aged sauvignon blanc and chardonnay, as well as cultishly good red wines. 

Two Vintners

W.t. vintners.

W.T. Vintners winemaker Jeff Lindsay-Thorsen and, in his tasting room, the vending machine of our dreams.

Downtown and Woodin Creek Village

Baer winery, brian carter cellars.

This winery, now open in the new-ish Woodin Creek Village , dedicates itself to the art of blending. The flagship cabernet sauvignon–based Solesce is one for the cellar. That may not sound radical, but the winemaker here likes to experiment, exploring styles from Spain, Italy, Bordeaux, the Rhône, and beyond. 

More Great Woodinville Tasting Rooms

Can’t make it to Walla Walla ? Plenty of wineries from Eastern Washington have set up satellite locations around here.

Walla Walla–based Long Shadows added this outpost on our side of the mountains.

Image: Courtesy Long Shadows

• Long Shadows Great wine in a handsome tasting room.
• Fidelitas Wines One of the new occupants of the former Redhook Brewery campus.
• Bookwalter Winery The Tri-Cities–area   winery is known for its high-end reds and whites.
• L’Ecole No 41 The stalwart added its first non–Walla Walla tasting room in downtown Woodinville.
• Valdemar Estates Part of Walla Walla’s impressive new guard also has a downtown location.
• Pepper Bridge Another great high-end Walla Walla winery set up shop behind the Hollywood Schoolhouse.

Methods :  To compile this list, Sean P. Sullivan selected wineries based on the overall quality of their wines, focusing largely on those that are local to that area, versus satellite tasting rooms. 

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The Essential Guide to Woodinville's Wine Tasting Rooms

With so many to choose from, here's where to sip

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Washington is a powerhouse of grape growth, and the state's wine industry is booming. But since most vineyards are way out east, farther than most will travel for a good drink, wineries have set up satellite outposts, congregating particularly in Woodinville, a short jaunt northeast of Seattle.

Woodinville Wine Country is exploding with more than 100 tasting rooms and wineries. That's staggering, making it tough to get a handle on the best. That's where this guide comes in.

From the household-name producers with grand estates to the family-owned outfits tucked away in strip malls, here are the best places to drink wine in Woodinville.

Note: Map points are listed geographically, not ranked by preference. Don't see your favorite tasting room on the map? Show it some love in the comments, send us an email , or start a forum thread in its honor.

Patterson Cellars

Patterson Cellars is known for irreproachable wines. The company produces more than a dozen options on a constantly rotating menu, keeping every visit interesting.

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Pondera Winery

Supremely well-balanced reds and Bordeaux-style blends are highlights here, and the tasting room features rotating art by Northwest artists.

William Church Winery

Award-winning winery William Church operates two tasting room locations in Woodinville: one open on weekends in the Warehouse district and another in the Hollywood district open daily. The wines are all solid, but the viognier is a standout.

Obelisco Winery

Obelisco pours estate-grown wines from its 30-acre vineyard on the southwestern slope of Red Mountain. These wines are known for their complexity, and Obelisco's tasting room is a comfy, accessible place to sip and learn.

J. Bookwalter Tasting Room

Working with some of the most prestigious vineyards in Eastern and Central Washington, J. Bookwalter produces impressive reds and whites. The Woodinville tasting room is welcoming, with leather couches inside and a patio outside.

Gorman Winery

Small but mighty, Gorman Winery doesn't shy away from big reds, focusing on varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. The labels are as bold as the flavors, with names like Evil Twin, Big Sissy, and Bully. Friday nights bring live music to the tasting room.

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Long Shadows Tasting Room

There's a lot of wine-making muscle behind the Long Shadows label, which involves seven accomplished vintners from around the world. Long Shadows' seven Columbia Valley wines are all available for sampling at the tasting room.

This boutique winery sources its grapes from the Red Mountain AVA, highly respected for its bold flavors. Fidelitas offers tasting flights and wines by the glass for lingering.

àMaurice Cellars

As fifth-generation Washingtonians, the Schafer family knows its stuff. The wines here, made with Blue Mountain grapes, are critically acclaimed and pair well with food.

JM Cellars is a family-owned winery sourcing from a wide variety of Columbia Valley vineyards. The tasting room and surrounding garden are a great place to sip, too, especially on a sunny day.

DeLille Carriage House Tasting Room

DeLille hangs its hat on being the only winery in the world chosen for both the Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast Top 100 Wines of the World lists for two consecutive years. Its romantic Carriage House has three terraces and a large indoor tasting room.

Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery

Chateau Ste. Michelle is Washington State’s oldest winery and a great place to kick off a visit to Woodinville thanks to an excellent free tour that gives newbies a better understanding of the state's wine industry. Oh, and the summer concert series on the lawn is a must.

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Winery Tour & Food Pairing Experience

Available saturdays & sundays | 11am – 12:30pm | $75.

Join us for a guided tour showcasing the history of DeLille Cellars and learn more about what makes Washington State such a unique wine-growing region. You will experience a behind-the-scenes tour of our Woodinville winemaking facility and learn about our winemaking techniques as you taste three of our award-winning wines. At the conclusion of the walking tour, you will enjoy a seated food and wine tasting hosted by your wine educator featuring four more wines with curated small bites from The Restaurant at DeLille Cellars .

Tours are semi-private, with eight guests maximum. Looking for a private tour for your group? Please contact us at [email protected] or 425-489-0544 to book.

Explore our Winery

Taste three of our award-winning wines while touring our tasting room, restaurant and production facility located at The Old Redhook Brewery. At the end of the tour, experience four additional wines with bites from The Restaurant.

The Tasting Room

Explore our tasting room and the elements that reflect our history and inspiration.

Our History

Learn about our 30-year history and one of the pioneering Washington wineries of Bordeaux-style blends

Taste and Learn

Enjoy a taste of four of our award-winning wines while on the tour.

The Library Room

Experience our Library Room featuring a “D2 wall”.

Winemaking Facility

Tour our production area and barrel room.

Food and Wine Pairing Experience

At the end of your tour, your wine educator will lead a food and wine pairing experience featuring bites from The Restaurant at DeLille Cellars.

Hand-Crafted From The Restaurant

These hand-crafted bites are created by Executive Chef Michael C. Toni at The Restaurant to pair perfectly with these four wines.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my wine club discount apply.

Yes, your Wine Club discount applies to this experience.

Where does the tour start and when should I arrive?

The tour will start at the first-floor front desk of our tasting room. Please arrive 10-15 minutes before your scheduled tour time. Unfortunately, we may not be able to accommodate late arrivals.

How active is this tour?

Please note this is a walking tour and will require walking through our tasting room, production area and restaurant. Please note that the tour includes walking through an active production area, so we kindly ask you to watch your step.

Are tours refundable?

Tours are non-refundable.

How long is the tour?

The tour and food pairing experience is in total 90 minutes.

Can I substitute item(s) on the food and wine pairing menu?

We cannot accommodate substitutions for the food pairing experience at this time.

Are there stairs on the tour?

There are two flights of stairs on the tour. If you are unable to use the stairs and require the use of our elevator, please reach out to us at [email protected] or 425-489-0544 so we can accommodate you.

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Top Woodinville Wineries & Tasting Rooms To Visit in the Hollywood District

Just 30 minutes from the city of Seattle is a quaint little town with a big thirst for wine. Woodinville, Washington is a wine-tasting mecca of sorts for those who appreciate the nuances and charm of Washington wines. Though not many of the wine grapes actually originate from the area itself, as the wet weather that typically encases this region is not ideal for growing grapes, many wineries have established tasting rooms here and source their grapes from the drier regions of the state farther east.

Woodinville, though small, is separated into four distinct districts, each with its own offerings and personality. There are the West Valley, Downtown, Warehouse, and Hollywood Districts that make up the town. You can find wine and wine tasting in each, but today we will focus on the Hollywood District , home to some of the wine industry’s biggest names, as well as some smaller, artisanal wineries that deserve mention. Here are a few great wineries and tasting rooms in Woodinville.

Chateau Ste. Michelle

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Visiting Woodinville

It’s easy to visit Woodinville while staying in the Seattle area. In fact, it’s quite possible to stay in Seattle and visit the area on a day trip. You can rent a car , or hire a driver to take you to and from the city. Keeping in mind that it’s best not to overschedule your wine visits, as you may find yourself enjoying the scenery and wanting to hang out a while at each location. It’s usually a good idea to do one tasting visit in the morning, followed by lunch, and one to two in the afternoon.

Woodinville Wine Tours & Unique Tasting Experiences

Take a day trip that includes visits to 4 wineries with pre-arranged guided tastings, plus lunch a visit to the Snoqualmie waterfalls. Your driver will pick you up from your hotel in Seattle and all tasting fees are included.

Purchase the digital ticket “Hurray for Hollywood” wine pass from the Woodinville Wine Association. It allows you to park once and enjoy 4 award-winning wine tastings within walking distance from one another.

Skip the driving and take a guided wine tour in Woodinville operated by Bon Vivant, one of the most highly-rated tour groups in the area.

Woodinville is home to some lovely Bed and Breakfasts if you choose to stay the night and continue your tasting into the next day. One of these is called Matthews Tasting Room + Farm . At Matthews, you can taste wine in the farmhouse-chic tasting room, schedule a meal at the organic farm and outdoor kitchen and patio for a group or event, or stay the night in one of two bed and breakfast rooms. Because of its size, book far in advance. The tasting room is open daily with some exceptions, and there are rental options for large parties or those who wish to stay longer than an hour and soak in the charming farm life.

Dining in Woodinville’s Hollywood District

For a truly unique experience, look into one of the nightly seatings for a nine-course meal celebrating the cuisine of the Pacific Northwest at The Herbfarm . The Herbfarm experience covers nine courses with six matched wines all from no farther than 100 miles away. It is truly an authentically local dining experience. Each week, there is a thematic dinner, so check the site to see which themes are coming up before you book. You definitely need a reservation, but don’t be shy about asking for one last minute. The Herbfarm is accommodating and can even seat single diners at the European Common Table.

The Herbfarm also offers two romantic suites  through their Willow Lodge, if you want to end your night here and stay on-site. Make sure to make these reservations in advance.

Top Woodinville Wineries To Visit

There are many wineries to enjoy a tasting while visiting Woodinville, but here are some recommendations for your time in the Hollywood District. 

DeLille Cellars

14421 Woodinville-Redmond Rd NE

Woodinville, WA 98072

(425) 489-0544

DeLille Cellars is in the process of renovating and will open a brand new 30,000 sq. ft. tasting room and retail facility at the former Red Hook Brewery in the Fall of 2019, but until then, you may still visit and taste at the Carriage House tasting room. The new facility will have three levels of mostly seated tasting experiences for groups of various sizes. In addition, there will be a wine club rooftop deck that will have some of the best views of the Sammamish Valley and Mount Rainier.

DeLille Cellars was founded in 1992 as a pioneer in Bordeaux-style blends in Washington State. The winery can now boast over 500 individual 90+ rated wines from leading publications. The grapes are primarily sourced from the Red Mountain AVA and come from acclaimed vineyards such as Ciel du Cheval, Grand Ciel, Upchurch, Red Willow, Sagemoor, Klipsun, Boushey and Harrison Hill. Currently, you can taste wines at DeLille daily until 5PM, but reservations are required for groups of six or more.

Dusted Valley

14465 Woodinville-Redmond Rd.NE

(509) 525 1337

Dusted Valley grapes are sourced from Walla Walla, Washington, but their Woodinville tasting room offers a comfortable environment for experiencing a taste of this family-owned winery. The operation creates about 6,000 cases a year of single varietal Cabernet, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, and Syrah, as well as Bordeaux and Rhone-style blends.

The tasting room in Woodinville is open daily, and reservations are required for groups of eight or more. Outside the tasting room, walking paths connect the property to restaurants and other tasting rooms in the District, making Dusted Valley a convenient stop on your tasting tour through Woodinville’s Hollywood District.

Darby Winery

14450 Redmond-Woodinville Rd NE

(425) 233-7879

Darby English is a perfectionist winemaker who utilizes a minimalistic old-school approach to winemaking. He began making wine in 2002 and produced his first commercial batch in 2005. Now, the winery produces 4,000 cases a year of mainly Bordeaux and Rhone-style blends with names like Flipside and Le Deuce from some of the best vineyards in the state, such as Stonetree, Connor Lee, Stillwater Creek, Discovery, and Dineen.

Locals will refer you to go and taste at Darby Winery , as it is considered a local hidden gem. The style of this wine destination is minimalistic and authentic for Winetravelers looking for a more localized experience. At Darby, no two vintages are the same, giving visitors a different experience year after year. There is space at the winery to host a catered event for up to 60 people, including an option for winemaker, Darby English, to offer an educational presentation about the wines to guests. Note that the tasting room is closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. Contact the winery for more information on tasting and winemaker events.

14111 NE 145th Street

(425) 488-1133

Woodinville is home to Washington State’s premier pioneering winery with roots that date back to 1912 and the time before Prohibition in the United States. The estate was built on land in Woodinville that was acquired in the early 20th Century, but it was not until the late 1960’s that the winery operations revved up under famed winemaker, Andre Tchelistcheff, who introduced premium vinifera wines called Ste. Michelle Vintners. In the late ’70s, a French-style Chateau was built on the property in Woodinville, and Chateau Ste. Michelle as we know it was born.

The winery has two locations where red and white wine are made separately. White wines are produced on-site at the Woodinville winery location, while red wines are produced at the Canoe Ridge Estate Winery in Eastern Washington.

When visiting Chateau Ste. Michelle in Woodinville, reserve extra time, as this visit could last an entire afternoon. Situated on 105 beautiful wooded acres, the tasting facilities at Ste. Michelle are quite impressive. Every day, the winery offers multiple types of tasting experiences in one of its many tasting rooms, geared either toward Ste. Michelle wines, or to some of the other brands associated with the winery in its remarkable international Enoteca located upstairs in the tasting facility.

In addition to various tasting flight options, there are estate tours, blending classes, and regular winery events on the calendar. With so many activities available on-site, it may seem like you can’t possibly enjoy them all with one visit, so it’s a good idea to plan out your time at Ste. Michelle to maximize your experience in the best way that suits your tasting desires. Check the website for special events and scheduled tastings or winery activities.

Frequently Asked Questions about Woodinville Wineries & Wine Tasting

Can you walk between wineries in woodinville.

Yes, you absolutely can walk between many of the wineries in Woodinville, Washington. The town is known for its high concentration of wineries, particularly in the Hollywood District and the Warehouse District, where several tasting rooms are grouped closely together. In the Hollywood District, for instance, you’ll find more than 25 wineries and tasting rooms all within a mile radius, including Chateau Ste. Michelle, the state’s oldest winery. Many of these are just a short walk from each other, making it easy to visit multiple locations on foot. You can reserve a wine tasting pass for the Hollywood district in advance allowing for pre-paid tasting and touring. The Warehouse District is another walkable area, with more than 50 wineries and tasting rooms packed into a relatively small area. The atmosphere here is a bit more urban and industrial, but the close proximity of the wineries makes it ideal for a walking tour. Similarly to Hollywood, you can reserve a wine tasting pass for the Warehouse District . Of course, always remember to drink responsibly and consider hiring a Woodinville designated driver, tour guide or rideshare service if you’re planning to do extensive wine tasting. It’s also worth noting that some of the more remote wineries in the region might require a drive, so plan your visit accordingly.

Do I need reservations for wine tasting in Woodinville?

Many wineries and wine tasting rooms in Woodinville do recommend or require reservations for wine tasting, especially on weekends or during peak seasons, to ensure a personalized and comfortable experience. However, many also accept walk-ins if they are not at capacity. Remember, tasting room hours can vary, and some smaller, boutique Woodinville wineries may only be open for tasting on certain days of the week. So, planning your visit in advance is always a good strategy. Take a look at our Woodinville travel guide or consider a private guided tour of the area to have the best experience.

How many wineries or wine tasting rooms does Woodinville have?

Woodinville is home to over 130 wineries and tasting rooms. This city, located in close proximity to Seattle, has become a significant destination for wine lovers, showcasing a variety of wines from all over Washington State.

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Woodinville Wine Tasting 2023: 10 Best Wineries to Visit

Woodinville was originally developed as a logging and farming community in the 1880s, but it’s now a renowned and highly acclaimed wine country. The first winery to open the area was Chateau Ste. Michelle in 1976, which encouraged other wineries to open their doors shortly afterwards.

There are well over a hundred wineries in Woodinville now, so there’s no shortage of delicious wines to taste and sample. If you’re looking for top recommendations on which estates to check out in this wine country, you’re in the right place!

What Wine Is Woodinville Known For?

Woodinville is situated in an area within Western Washington and is home to over 130 wineries. The area’s warm, dry climate and gravelly, sandy soils provide the ideal growing conditions for grapes like Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Merlot.

Like Washington, Woodinville is most known for its red wine production, but that doesn’t mean you won’t find mouthwatering white and rose wines here. Alongside the aforementioned wine varieties, Woodinville also produces Malbec and Petit Verdot, among others.

Our Top Picks

• Best Winery Events: Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery
• Best for Wine Tasting: DeLille Cellars
• Best Winery with Food: Novelty Hill-Januik Winery

10 Best Woodinville Wineries

Now that you know a little more about Woodinville’s wine history, here are the 10 best wineries in the area that you need to check out.

Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery: Winery Events

• Address: 14111 NE 145th St, Woodinville, WA 98072, United States
• Website: https://www.ste-michelle.com/
• Contact Number: +1 425-488-1133

As Washington’s most famous and oldest wineries, Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery offers a dazzling experience for wine enthusiasts. The grand estate oozes elegance and charm, boasting a majestic tasting room and breathtaking grounds.

The winery is surrounded by 105 acres of woodland, allowing you to fully unwind during your stay. You can enjoy a huge range of tasting options at the winery, including private library tastings, feature flight patio tastings, and VIP private tasting experiences.

No matter your wine preference, Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery has you covered. There are plenty of seating areas at the estate, including a delightful patio and cocktail lounge.

The patio even has a tented section so you can sip on scrumptious wine and soak up the scenery even during the cooler, wetter months. The winery also hosts events from time to time, such as summer concerts and watercolor painting classes.

If you’re looking for a majestic venue that has the “wow” factor, Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery is the ideal selection. They have several event spaces available to rent, including a banquet room, manor house, and chateau lobby.

DeLille Cellars: Best for Wine Tasting

• Address: 14300 NE 145th St Suite 101, Woodinville, WA 98072, United States
• Website: https://www.delillecellars.com/
• Contact Number: +1 425-489-0544

Producing high-end Bordeaux and Rhone-style wines, DeLille Cellars features a sophisticated, modern atmosphere that is perfect for sipping wine in. Over 700 of their wines have scored 90+ ratings over 27 vintages, a tradition they’ve held since 1992.

Their stylish tasting room is open daily for wine tastings , which include 5 of their Bordeaux and Rhone-style wines, but club members receive an extra pour! The winery offers cheese plates if you’re in the mood for a light snack to complement your wine.

If you fancy grabbing a bite to eat during your stay, the winery has a lounge that serves a selection of exquisite dishes that are sure to satisfy your hunger.

DeLille Cellars also hosts an array of live events on a regular basis, including live music and date nights at the lounge. You can even host your own events, whether it’s a birthday party, bridal shower, or small wedding reception.

Novelty Hill-Januik Winery: Best Winery with Food

• Address: 14710 Woodinville – Redmond Rd NE, Woodinville, WA 98072, United States
• Website: https://www.noveltyhilljanuik.com/
• Contact Number: +1 425-481-5502

Novelty Hill and Januik are actually two independent wineries that use the same gorgeous tasting room and modern winery in Woodinville. Both wineries make fantastic wines thanks to Mike Januik, a highly acclaimed winemaker in Washington.

Boasting a casual but elegant atmosphere, Novelty Hill-Januik Winery has a state-of-the-art tasting room for you to relax in while indulging in delicious wines. They offer various flights, all of which contain 4 wines.

After you’ve finished your tasting, make sure you explore the winery’s jaw-dropping gardens and soak up the surrounding scenery.

The traditional tasting costs $15 per guest, while the reserve and single vineyard tastings cost $20 (free with a $35 wine purchase). It’s best if you make a reservation as they normally get quite busy!

Novelty Hill-Januik Winery also offers sumptuous food from homemade pizzas to multi-course dinners made by their in-house culinary town, which perfectly capture the flavors of Woodinville’s farms, water, and vineyards.

If you need a stunning venue that will make you and your guests feel comfortable and relaxed, Novelty Hill-Januik Winery is an excellent option. They can accommodate small private events like intimate family gatherings, small wedding receptions, and corporate dinners.

Columbia Winery

• Address: 14030 NE 145th St, Woodinville, WA 98072, United States
• Website: https://www.columbiawinery.com/
• Contact Number: +1 425-482-7490

Next up is Columbia Winery, well-known for their stunning portfolio of wines like Pinot Gris, Syrah, and Cabernet Franc, all of which were the first of these varietals in Washington.

The rustic, historic Woodinville tasting room is open for tastings and bottle service, but you’ll need to make sure you book ahead of time to secure a spot. You can relax outside with your wine on the trellised patio, which is also dog-friendly.

Why not order one of their cheese or charcuterie boards to go with your wine? They’re delicious!

Alongside tastings, Columbia Winery offers wine classes, led by Shelly Fitzgerald, a wine education specialist. You’ll learn all there is to know about grapes and wines, so if you’re itching to increase your wine knowledge, be sure to book a class!

Matthews Winery

• Address: 16116 140th Pl NE, Woodinville, WA 98072, United States
• Website: https://www.matthewswinery.com/
• Contact Number: +1 425-487-9810

Matthews Winery offers spectacular wines and farm-to-table pairings for a delicious experience. All of their wines are made from sustainably grown grapes that have been hand-harvested, resulting in impeccable flavor.

The estate is surrounded by beautiful views of open fields, vineyards, and hills, providing a peaceful ambiance that’s difficult not to get swept away in.

Open daily , the tasting room offers tasting by reservation. It features a farmhouse interior with high ceilings, wooden tables and chairs, a spacious bar, and a modern sound system.

The winery also has a patio and fully organic farm with a lawn and outdoor kitchen. The patio has a tented and uncovered area, as well as heaters and bistro lights, so you can sit outside during cooler, darker days.

Feel free to bring your own picnic to enjoy on the lawn, which contains plenty of picnic tables and twinkle lights for a magical time.

• Address: 14404 137th Pl NE, Woodinville, WA 98072, United States
• Website: https://www.jmcellars.com/
• Contact Number: +1 425-485-6508

Another top-notch winery in Woodinville is JM Cellars, well-known for their award-winning wines and delightful ambiance. The estate is ultra-modern and refined, ensuring you and your guests have an unforgettable visit.

Surrounded by vibrant trees and foliage, the well-presented tasting room is open Thursday through Sunday for tastings, glass pours, and in-person visits by reservation.

Their 7-acre arboretum is filled with wonder and tranquility, as well as bocce courts to fit in some fun activity after a splendid day of wine tasting.

JM Cellars’ breathtaking estate and grounds are available to hire for private events and weddings. They have a selection of affordable wedding packages to make your or your friend’s/family member’s dream wedding come true.

Airfield Estates Winery – Woodinville Tasting Room

• Address: 14450 Woodinville – Redmond Rd NE #109, Woodinville, WA 98072, United States
• Website: https://www.airfieldwines.com/
• Contact Number: +1 425-877-1274

Airfield Estates Winery has a few tasting rooms dotted over the United States, including one in Woodinville. The winery’s history dates back to 1907 and they first started planting grapes in 1967. They now have 830 acres of wine grapes and 250 acres of Concord juice grapes.

The Woodinville tasting room offers wine tastings, wine by the glass, and venue rentals. Its cozy atmosphere and accommodating staff will make you feel right at home.

Tastings cost $15 (waived with a wine purchase) and can be enjoyed inside or outside at the winery’s expansive patio, which is also dog-friendly. In addition to tastings, the winery has a gift shop that stocks a collection of lovely items and souvenirs.

If you need a great venue for your private event, the Airfield Estates Winery’s Woodinville tasting room is well worth considering. It has a charming exterior and interior which is sure to wow you and your guests.

Mark Ryan Winery

• Address: 14475 Woodinville – Redmond Rd NE, Woodinville, WA 98072, United States
• Website: https://www.markryanwinery.com/
• Contact Number: +1 425-415-3865

Mark Ryan Winery produces small-batch wines to ensure remarkable quality and flavor. The winery first began in 1999 with just a few tons of grapes in one of their friend’s garage. Since then, they have come on leaps and bounds and are now a highly-acclaimed winery.

The Woodinville tasting room has a contemporary interior and is filled with intriguing decor, motorcycles, and rock music artwork. Despite its appearance, the tasting room has a casual and welcoming atmosphere, allowing you to relax and unwind as you sip on sumptuous wines.

Patterson Cellars – Hollywood Hill Tasting Room

• Address: 14505 148th Ave. NE, Woodinville, WA, United States
• Website: https://www.pattersoncellars.com/
• Contact Number: +1 425-892-2964

Patterson Cellars has several fantastic tasting rooms, but the Hollywood Hill property in Woodinville is particularly great. The winery was founded in 2000 by John Patterson, who is committed to crafting robust red blends, exquisite single varietals, delicious dessert wines, remarkable roses, and brilliant whites.

They offer a huge assortment of wines, so there’s sure to be something for you to enjoy from their extensive menu. The Hollywood Hill tasting room is available for seated tastings inside, but you can enjoy the charming valley views from their enclosed, heated patio.

On Friday and Saturday evenings, the tasting room hosts live music so you can enjoy your wine in a lively, pleasant atmosphere. It’s the ideal time to visit the winery with friends and family!

All of the winery’s tasting rooms are available for private events, too, so if you need a stellar venue for your special occasion, Patterson Cellars is the right choice for you.

Goose Ridge Estate Vineyard and Winery – Woodinville Tasting Room

• Address: 14450 Woodinville – Redmond Rd NE, Woodinville, WA 98072, United States
• Website: https://www.gooseridge.com/
• Contact Number: +1 425-488-0200

The last winery we recommend is none other than Goose Ridge Estate Vineyard and Winery, who like the last two wineries, has multiple tasting rooms, including one in Woodinville.

The winery currently owns and operates the largest contiguous estate vineyard in all of Washington, boasting over 2,000 acres of estate vineyards making high-end wine grapes for their 5 company brands. They also produce grapes for many other wineries.

All of Goose Ridge’s wines are crafted with 100% estate fruit, which allows for unbeatable quality and taste. Their experienced and knowledgeable winemaker Andrew Wilson has been working on vineyard sites for over 12 years, with expertise in Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon wines.

The Woodinville tasting room is located close to the historic Hollywood Schoolhouse, making it a majestic place for private events. They are open daily for wine and cider tastings inside their welcoming tasting and large outdoor patio.

To enhance your wine tasting experience, the winery hosts live music weekly, showcasing various local bands and musicians.

Goose Ridge Winery is a unique venue for a wedding, oozing a romantic and magical atmosphere. Their expansive grounds allow for ample room to set up your event, so you and your guests will have all the space you need.

They have more than 3 acres of well-presented lawns and a private, enchanting garden that provides a scenic setting for your special day. There are also indoor venues available for when the weather is cold or wet.

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Final Thoughts

With its charming, picturesque scenery and varied selection of exquisite wineries, Woodinville is a fantastic place to experience phenomenal wines. No matter your wine preference, you’re bound to have a memorable time visiting this quaint town.

Any one of the wineries in this list is a definite must-visit, so be sure to check out as many as you can during your stay in Woodinville.

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Full Day Tour from Seattle, Washington:

Snoqualmie falls & washington wine tasting tour.

Summer (May-Oct): $245. Winter (Nov-Dec): $225. Prices are per person before WA tax and all-inclusive

Summer (May-Oct): 10:00a – 6:00p Winter (Nov-April): 10:00a – 4:30p

Summer (May-Oct) : Friday-Sunday, Winter (Nov-April) : Saturday and Sundays Private tours available any day of the week upon request

Ten or fewer. Private tours are available, including tours for larger groups.  

We offer tour pickup at any downtown Seattle location and a centralized pickup in Bellevue.

All tour participants must be 21 and up.  

Snoqualmie Falls weather & web cam

Experience the essence of Washington’s wild beauty and independent winemaking on this day tour to Snoqualmie Falls and boutique wineries. Join a few other travelers (each trip is ten people or fewer) and a TripAdvisor ‘Hall of Fame’ guide on an exploration of Seattle’s legendary backyard. Don’t worry – we’ll take care of absolutely everything!  Start your tour at 270-foot-high Snoqualmie Falls, where you’ll watch the mighty waters plunge into the river canyon below. The waterfall is nestled among the big evergreen trees of the western Cascade Mountains, which cut across the state and divide the lush coastal climates of the West from the dry, vineyard-rich regions of the East. While there are hundreds are winemakers producing wine in western Washington, they all traverse this range to harvest their grapes in the fall and bring them back West to press, ferment, and blend.  After exploring Snoqualmie Falls, you’ll explore Washington’s viticulture with tastings at two or three local wineries (depending on the season) that deliver on elegance but leave pretense at the door. We hand select our winery partners for their top notch wines of course, but equally as important, for the exclusive experience provided to our guests. You’ll meet with the passionate winemakers themselves and learn about their journey into the industry and inspiration behind their wines. You’ll receive the dedicated time of a tasting room manager to walk us through the art of wine tasting and often we are invited behind the scenes to experience the production space of a working winery —all while tasting award-winning varietals rarely found outside of Washington State. While Washington is the second largest wine-producer in the country, it only exports 1% of its wine! If you’re staying in downtown Seattle (hotel, Airbnb, etc.), we’ll pick you up! We will call the day before your trip to confirm the exact timing. We’re bringing a fresh, local, family-style lunch to pair with our wine tasting! Snacks, sparkling water, and water are provided all day. 

Please note that this experience features visits to wineries and tasting rooms. If you are interested in a vineyard experience, we recommend our  Mt. Rainier and Yakima Valley Wine Tasting  trip (available from July thru October). 

SAMPLE ITINERARY (May – October)

9:30-10a downtown pickups.

Generally, our last pickup each tour occurs at The Sheraton Grand in Seattle. This isn’t always the case—so check with us—but we consider it a default location for anyone staying outside of downtown. Let our team know where you’re staying and we’ll do everything we can to make your pickup as easy as possible.

10:20a Bellevue Area Pickup (Upon Request)

We’re happy to offer a centralized pickup option en route to Snoqualmie Falls upon request. On our wine tour we can offer pick-ups at:

Bellevue Area:  Hyatt Regency Bellevue. 900 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA 98004.

10:45a Big Views and a Nature Walk at Snoqualmie Falls

From here, the course of your day can go so many ways. Your guide will combine group preferences, weather considerations, mixed access & highlights, crowd avoidance, and more to create a lovely day. No two trips are the same! We’re extremely likely to change wineries from day to day to give you the best possible experience.

12p Wine Tasting and Lunch

Delightful tastings at one of our favorite wineries in the region. You’re likely to stay put for a relaxed lunch after some wine tasting.

2p More Wine Tasting

Arrive at a second lovely winery for behind-the-scenes access and tastings.

3:30p Another Fantastic Winery

We’re likely to choose three different wine partners that focus on different styles, tastes, processes, and even owners/producers with different personalities.

5p Start to Head Back to Seattle

6p begin drop-offs.

We’ll drop travelers off where we found them (or another preferred spot nearby).

SAMPLE ITINERARY (November – April)

12:30p wine tasting and lunch, 2:00p another tasting.

Arrive at a second lovely winery for behind-the-scenes access and tastings. Enjoy learning from a local wine maker entreprenuer about what influenced thier unique style and blends!

4:00p Start to Head Back to Seattle

4:30p begin drop-offs, other destinations you might like.

Small Group Tour Price: $225-$245  | Year Round

Compare tasting notes with a behind-the-scenes look at two-three beloved Washington Wineries. All experience levels welcome!

Visit boutique, family-owned wineries, such as  William Grassie Wine Estates , Martedi Winery , Prohibition Cellars , Quiddity Wines , or others based on availability.

Hear the thundering roar of Snoqualmie Falls from upper and lower viewpoints. Enjoy a nature walkabout from high to low.

Learn about the arts of viticulture, wine making, and wine tasting. Hang out with local producers for insider knowledge of their products & processes.

• Complimentary pick-up and drop-off at your downtown Seattle accommodations (hotel, AirBNB, rental, etc.), and a centralized pickup in Bellevue.  
• A local, TripAdvisor ‘Hall of Fame’ naturalist guide  
• A local lunch. We bring linens, plates, silverware and set up for lunch at our first winery. Our offerings change seasonally, but often includes a chicken entrée, green salads, grain or pasta salads, and dessert. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions. We can accommodate most common dietary restrictions if we are made aware of them 48 hours prior to the start of your tour.  
• Plenty of readily available snacks, water (flat and sparkling), and other beverages throughout the day.  
• Comfortable transportation in high roof, big window Ford Transit vans, (2020 models or newer) Most of our vehicles are built for 15 people – we only open ten seats per trip to leave plenty of space.  
• picnic style lunch
• snacks and non-acoholic beverages 
• wine tasting fees at 2 or 3 wineries (depending on season)
• transportation
• Local, professional guide 

Interested in a private experience for your group? We can turn any of our tours into private departures or offer custom dates not currently on our tour schedule. Complete our Tour Request Form or contact us at [email protected] for more information and pricing.  

Q: What is the difference between this tour in the summer vs winter (and why is there a price difference)? A: During the summer, we take advantage on the long sunny days and explore three different wineries on this tour and we expect to return to Seattle around 6:00pm. During the winter months (November – April), when the days are shorter, we visit two Washington wineries and enjoy a more relaxed pace throughout the tour. We expect to return to Seattle around 4:30pm. The price is adjusted based the number of tasting fees included and overall length of the expereince.

Q: How much walking/hiking should I expect on this tour? A: This experience includes an optional 0.7mile walk downhill from the upper to lower falls viewing areas. You will experience some descent on this trail as you haed down to river level, but the good news is you only have to walk one way! Your guide will meet you at the bottom with the van. If anyone does not feel comfortable participating in this walk, you can choose to ride back down with the guide and meet up with the group at the bottom

Q: How many wineries do we visit? A: From May-October, we visit 3 wineries. From November-April, we visit 2 wineries.

Q: Do you recommend we purchase bottles of wine from the wineries? A: If you find a wine or wines that you love (and we think you will!), we absolutely recommend buying a bottle or two of your favorites at each of the wineries! Wine tasting is about exploring and trying new wines you might not have come across before, and by bringing them home with you, you can reminisce about your trip to the Pacific Northwest each time you open a bottle. On top of that, only 1% of wine from Washington (and exclusively from only two wineries) is exported out of the state, so you will never be able to find these blends back home!

Pro-Tip: If you’re worried about traveling with wine, most wineries will ship bottles back home for you or if you fly Alaska Airlines, you can check an entire case of wine for free!

Q: Are children allowed to join this tour? A: Since this tour involves alcoholic beverages, all guests must be 21 years or older. If you are looking for an experience that is great for the whole family, check out some of our other tours like the Deception Pass and Whidbey Island Day Tour ,  the Mount Rainier National Park Tour , or the Leavenworth Winter Experience , all of which are perfect for kids ages 10 and up!

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Sample Itineraries

Need more ideas of things to do in the Greater Woodinville Area? Click the photos below to see sample itineraries!

Explore By District

Woodinville’s 130+ wineries are arrayed across four winemaking districts, each with their own personality and style. Pick a district to explore and buy a Tasting Pass to experience tasting flights at up to four (4) wineries in that district.

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Please note: Itineraries listed above are only intended as samples. Check the website of the business for current hours, reservation requirements, pricing, and offerings before visiting.