Information on wineries, wine tasting, winery tour services and wine festivals is provided for Tri-Cities WA (Kennewick, Pasco, Richland) and other nearby communities including Benton City, Prosser, Yakima, and Walla Walla. In addition, information is also provided for several American Viticultural Areas (AVA's) in the Tri-Cities region.
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Wineries
There are more than 200 wineries within hour or so drive from the Tri-Cities. Check out the wineries from the following communities and associated American Viticultural Areas (AVA's):
Tri-Cities Wineries
Tri-Cities Wine Map
There are about a dozen wineries in the Tri-Cities (Richland, Kennewick, and Pasco) that are part of the greater Columbia Valley AVA. The wineries listed in this section have wine tasting rooms, some offer chef inspired cuisines, and some even offer live music. Be sure to check the winery's website for current hours of operation. There is usually a wine tasting fee from $10 - $20 that is refundable with a purchase. Plan to allow 30-45 minutes for wine tasting.
4 Whistles Winery - 119 W. First Ave., Suite B in Kennewick - (509) 980-2414
4 Whistles Winery a family owned boutique winery located in Eltopia. We derive our name from the standard 4 whistle pattern that all trains must use when going over a crossing. Being a short distance away from a railroad crossing we hear it frequently. We aim to make our wines with as little input and interference as possible. Our tasting room is located in downtown Kennewick. 
Badger Mountain Winery, 1106 North Jurupa Street in Kennewick - (509) 627-4986
Surrounded by 75 acres of certified organic vineyard, Badger Mountain and Powers Winery offer wine sampling in a relaxed country setting just minutes from Columbia Center Mall. We also have an outdoor picnic area and host food and wine pairing events.
Barnard Griffin Winery - 878 Tulip Lane in Richland - (509) 627-0266
Barnard Griffin is a premier family owned winery and one of the most award-winning wineries in the state. Features a tasting room, wine bar and eatery, large patio, and glass gallery & studio.
Bartholomew Winery - 421 E Columbia Dr. in Kennewick - (206) 395-8460
Come see what our Columbia Valley dirt tastes like. Sense the difference of Washington State wines and help us define the future of wine while enjoying yourself and not taking it too seriously. Our tasting room is located at the Columbia Gardens Urban Wine & Artisan Village. We do not have a restaurant, but feel free to bring food in from outside establishments or home.
Convergence Zone Cellars - 1339 Tapteal Dr., Ste 104 in Richland - (425) 233-5638
We produce fruity white and rosé wines, and bold red wines from some of Washington's top vineyards. Our tasting room is within our winery. Enjoy a tour of our production area and learn about the winemaking process direct from the winemaker.
Double Canyon - 8060 Keene Rd. in West Richland - (509) 579-7065
Our tasting room is an addition to our state-of-the-art winery in West Richland. The modernly-designed space features a tasting bar and table seating with intimate views of the barrel room and production area. An outdoor patio invites guests with seating, a fire pit and sweeping views of nearby wine country.
Farmhand Winery - 8101 West 10th Ave. in Kennewick - (509) 308-7203
Farmhand is a vine to wine boutique winery. Come sit and enjoy the beauty of the cherry orchard and linger over a selection of distinguished wines. Enjoy fantastic award winning wines at our tasting room! Enjoy a glass of wine on our "Singing Cellar" roof top or take a walk in our beautiful cherry orchard. We also operate the Cherry Chalet.
Goose Ridge Estate Vineyard & Winery - 16304 N. Dallas Rd. in Richland - (509) 628-3880
A family-owned and operated winery dedicated to limited production, handcrafted wines from select, estate-grown grapes. We invite you to our Tasting Room, which is located in the heart of our 2500-acre vineyard and is only a short distance from Red Mountain. We are open for wine, cider and vodka tastings inside and outside on our patio.
Gordon Estate Winery - 313 E. Columbia Gardens Way, Ste. 110 in Kennewick - (509) 316-8458
We use all of the fruit from our 95 acre, southern-exposure vineyard along the Snake River to produce our 100% Estate grown wines. Our tasting room is located at the Columbia Gardens Urban Wine & Artisan Village.
J Bookwalter Winery - 894 Tulip Lane in Richland - (509) 627-5000
J Bookwalter Winery offers exceptional wine, entertainment & a locally driven, chef inspired dining experience with multiple outdoor patios, bocce ball courts & fire pits.
Kitzke Cellars - 72308 E. 260 PR NE in Richland - (509) 628-9442
Kitzke Cellars is a family owned boutique winery and vineyard. We specialize in small lots of handcrafted wines. Our tasting room is located on Candy Mountain which offers a lovely patio view of the Tri-Cities. Note: This winery is associated with the Candy Mountain AVA that was established in September 2020.
Longship Cellars - 404 Bradley Blvd. Suite 100 in Richland - (509) 713-7676
What started as a handful of barrels in 2013 finally lead to the opening of Longship Cellars tasting room at the River Walk in downtown Richland. Come visit us!
Market Vineyards - 1950 Keene Rd., Bldg. S in Richland - (509) 396-4798
Washington State's award winning winemaker, Charlie Hoppes, is Market Vineyards' head winemaker, who produces handcrafted wines with grapes sourced from the Columbia Valley and Red Mountain AVAs.
Monarcha Winery - 421 E. Columbia Dr. in Kennewick - (509) 820-3993
Our Monarcha wines express true varietal character. The vineyards chosen to craft these great wines were purposefully selected by our winemaker for the grower's heroic viticulture practices, which include high elevation, steep slopes, and rocky terrain. Our tasting room is located at the Columbia Gardens Urban Wine & Artisan Village.
Recusant Cellars - 2113 Cottonwood Dr. in Pasco - (509) 591-4400
Recusant Cellars is a small, family-owned winery in Pasco. Join us for a sneak peak into life in the vineyard and winery! You can make a reservation to stay at our farm overnight through Harvest Hosts. Visit our stall at the Public Market @ Columbia River Warehouse in downtown Kennewick for a fun wine tasting experience!
Southern Cross Winery - 2470 Henderson Loop in Richland - (509) 392-3465
Southern Cross Winery is owned and operated by the Driscoll family. Our tasting room is located in our family Iconic Brewing brewery in Richland.
Tagaris Winery - 844 Tulip Lane in Richland - (509) 628-0020
Tagaris is feeling incredibly grateful to be named Tri-Cities' Best Winery, Wine Bar, Outdoor Dining, Live Music, and Fine Dining Restaurant for 2024!
Willow Run Vineyard - 2000 Logston Blvd, Ste. 133 in Richland - (509) 940-2641
Our wines, crafted with passion and precision, have since won awards, a testament to the quality and heart we pour into every bottle. Visit our tasting room, where every bottle tells a story of dedication, passion, and the relentless pursuit of a dream.
Tri-Cities Visitor and Convention Bureau
The Tri-Cities Visitor and Convention Bureau has published a Tri-Cities Wine Map and offers information about some of the wineries around the Tri-Cities region.
Tri-City Vibe - Food, Music, and Wine
Tri-City Vibe is a local source of information on live music, nightlife, food & wine, and happy hours in the Tri-Cities.
Benton City Wineries
There are a handful of wineries in Benton City that are part of the greater Columbia Valley AVA that offer wine tasting. These wineries are not associated with the Red Mountain AVA, also near Benton City. Be sure to check the winery's website for current hours of operation. There is usually a wine tasting fee from $10 - $20 that is refundable with a purchase. Plan to allow 30-45 minutes for wine tasting.
Anelare - 19205 N. McBee Road NW in Benton City - (509) 303-5869
"Anelare" is Italian for "desire" or "yearn for," and it is a fitting description of our low-allocation, premium winery. Come sip, savor, and enjoy the incredible views at Anelare! Tasting at Anelare is by appointment only!
Chandler Reach - 9506 W Chandler Rd in Benton City - (509) 588-8800
Chandler Reach Vineyards is situated just above the Yakima River with a beautiful vista overlooking Red Mountain. The 42 planted acres produce outstanding fruit and represent the fine terroir found in the Yakima Valley growing region. Our estate grown fruit and hand crafted wines are a fine example.
Dalset Wines - 609 9th Street in Benton City - (206) 310-3228
Farming has been a tradition passed down through generations in our family. Our dedication to quality and craftsmanship is reflected in every bottle. We invite you to experience the artistry and passion behind Dalset Wines.
MonteScarlatto Estate Winery - 28719 E. SR 224 in Benton City - (509) 531-3081
MonteScarlatto Estate Winery is a fun escape offering a 9 hole golf course in the midst of the vineyard and the 10th hole tasting room to relax.
Muret-Gaston Wines - 56504 N East Roza Rd in Benton City - (509) 581-7988
Amy and Kyle Johnson own and operate Terra Vinum, the parent company for their Purple Star, Native Sun Wines, and the Muret-Gaston Wines labels. Their wines are produced using varietal blends grown from some of Washington State's finest appellations including Wahluke Slope, Yakima Valley and Red Mountain. Note: Muret-Gaston has a tasting room at the Columbia Gardens Urban Wine & Artisan Village in Kennewick - (509) 578-6604.
Sleeping Dog Wines - 45804 N. Whitmore PR NW in Benton City - (509) 460-2886
Larry and Joyce are dedicated to their dream: making sound wines with expressive fruit flavors, all the while enjoying the camaraderie of good friends, food, and wine. Our reds are generally crafted to reach their best expression after several years of aging.
Terra Blanca Winery and Estate Vineyard - 34715 N. DeMoss Road in Benton City - (509) 588-6082
We offer a wine selection that is constantly changing so that each time you taste here you are guaranteed to try something new! Our Vineyard Grill is a partnership between Terra Blanca Winery & Estate Vineyard and Twigs Bistro and Martini Bar.
Tucannon Cellars - 40504 N Demoss Rd. in Benton city - (509) 545-9588
Our wine is hand-crafted using the traditional French method in our winery. No machinery is used as every step of the way is done and facilitated by hand. Our grapes are picked by hand and crushed manually. This is the home of boutique wine in the Yakima Valley.
Red Mountain Wineries
The Red Mountain AVA, located near Benton City, is known primarily for extraordinary terroir that produces red varietals including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah. The Red Mountain AVA Alliance promotes this AVA and associated wineries .
The wineries listed below are located within the boundaries of the Red Mountain AVA and offer wine tasting. Be sure to check the winery's website for current hours of operation. There is usually a wine tasting fee from $10 - $20 that is refundable with a purchase. Plan to allow 30-45 minutes for wine tasting.
Avennia - 20206 E 583 PR NE in Benton City - (509) 588-6870
Avennia was founded on the passion to showcase Washington as a unique and compelling place for great wines. We chose to focus on the grape varieties used in Bordeaux and the Rhône, as their similar latitude to Washington makes them a natural fit to excel here. Visit our tasting room and enjoy a sampling of our latest releases in a relaxed and open setting.
Col Solare Winery - 50207 Antinori Road in Benton City - (509) 588-6806
Situated high upon the slope of Red Mountain, our signature property offers stunning views of the valley from our state-of-the-art winery. We are pleased to offer regular tasting room hours at our Red Mountain estate winery. We offer wine flights and wine by the glass.
Elk Haven Winery - 34101 Demoss Rd in Benton City - (509) 637-7710
Winery with tasting room and estate vineyard located on the West Slope of Red Mountain AVA. Red Wines from Red Mountain, Horse Heaven Hills and Whites from the Willamette & Columbia Valleys and Single Tree Vineyard in Worley, Idaho.
Fidelitas - 51810 N Sunset Road in Benton City - (509) 588-3469
It's just wine - crafted by Fidelitas owner and winemaker, Charlie Hoppes, one of Washington's most respected winemakers, who brings over a quarter century of knowledge to every bottle. Fidelitas is faithful to Bordeaux grape varieties, loyal to modern craft winemaking techniques, and true to Washington State's Red Mountain terroir.
Frichette Winery - 39412 N Sunset Road in Benton City - (509) 426-3227
Our winery features a cozy tasting room, a wedding and special events space, and beautiful views of Washington's Red Mountain. We offer varietals that showcase our region's finest vineyards and honor winemaking practices that produce wines of amazing quality, consistency, balance, and finish.
Hedges Family Estate - 53511 N Sunset Road in Benton City - (509) 588-3155
Hedges Family Estate makes wines that express the land of Red Mountain. Our goal is to treat our wines with reverence and let the Red Mountain terroir speak for itself.
Hightower Cellers - 19418 E. 583 PR NE in Benton City - (509) 588-2867
We hope you will come visit us and enjoy our winery's intimate setting with majestic views of the estate vineyard and the valley below.
Kiona Vineyards and Winery - 44612 N Sunset Road in Benton City - (509) 588-6716
We plant grapes. We grow grapes. We make wine. We sell wine. All on Red Mountain. And all as a family. Come taste our wine!
Upchurch Vineyard - 32901 Vineyard View PR NE in Benton City - (425) 298-4923
Upchurch Vineyard brings more than 30 years of premier Bordeaux style winemaking to Red Mountain. We invite you to visit us for a guided tasting through the Upchurch portfolio. The tasting room is open by Appointment Only and is closed during winter months.
Prosser Wineries
Prosser Winery Map
Prosser, located about 30 minutes from the Tri-Cities, is home to over a dozen wineries that are part of the Yakima Valley AVA.
Prosser Wine
Prosser Wine provides information about the wineries, where to eat, where to stay and local events. View their Wine Varietal Sheet and Winery Map (PDF).
Prosser Wineries
Some of the wineries in Prosser include:
Walla Walla Valley Wineries
There are a number of wineries in the Walla Walla Valley AVA that are primarily concentrated in downtown Walla Walla and by the Walla Walla Regional Airport. Visit Walla Walla has more information about the wineries in and around Walla Walla:
Visit Walla Walla
Visit Walla Walla has information on wineries, winery events and wine tour operators.
Walla Walla Valley Wine Alliance
The Walla Walla Valley Wine Alliance represents over 70 wineries in the Walla Walla Valley AVA. View their list of wineries and their winery guide.
Yakima Valley Wineries
There are a number of wineries in the Yakima Valley AVA. Yakima Valley Tourism has produced a brochure (PDF) that includes the map above and a list of wineries.
Yakima Valley Wine Country
Yakima Valley Tourism has published detailed information about the Yakima Valley Wine Country that includes wineries, wine tasting tours, wine events, and wine history.
Candy Mountain AVA is one Washington's newest AVA's located right outside of Tri-Cities on the South slope of Candy Mountain. It was established in 2020. The South West side of the AVA borderx the famed Red Mountain AVA in Washington State. At 815 acres, Candy Mountain is one of Washington's smallest AVAs with some of the state's top wineries sourcing grapes here.
Kitzke Cellars is currently the only winery located within this AVA.
Horse Heaven Hills Wineries
Horse Heaven Hills Wine Growers
The Horse Heaven Hills Wine Growers represents 27 vineyards and several wineries as part of the Horse Heaven Hills AVA. The wineries with tasting rooms include:
The Horse Heaven Hills AVA is located to the southwest of the Tri-Cities.
Rattlesnake Hills Wineries
The Rattlesnake Hills AVA is located a few miles southeast of Yakima and just north of Zillah.
Rattlesnake Hills Wine Trail
The Rattlesnake Hills Wine Trail is a guide to the Rattlesnake Hills AVA. It lists over 15 wineries that are located in the AVA. View the list of wineries and winery map. Tasting room hours vary and some are only open by appointment. Some have a small fee for tasting.
The Hills
A group of growers and estate wineries that represent more than 1000 acres of vineyards have joined forces as The Hills to promote the Rattlesnake Hills AVA.
Rocks District of Milton-Freewater
The Rocks District of Milton-Freewater AVA (aka The Rocks) was formed in February 2015. Only 4.9 square miles in size, with a gentle east-west slope, it sits on a dried-up alluvial fan in the Walla Walla River Valley.
The Rocks District Alliance
The Rocks District Alliance was formed to promote this AVA and associated wineries.
Snipes Mountain
Table grapes were first planted on Snipes Mountain between 1914 and 1917 which made it one of Washington State's first grape growing regions. Now Snipes Mountain AVA is Washington State's tenth federally designated AVA.
Its vineyards grow more than 30 different wine grape varieties and the fruit is used by more than 25 wineries. It is located between Granger and Sunnyside around Outlook.
Wine Festivals
This region is host to several annual wine festivals and events.
Yakima Valley Red Wine and Chocolate - February
Plan your wine country getaway with someone special for Red Wine and Chocolate Weekend in the Yakima Valley. Sip and savor signature Yakima Valley red wines perfectly paired with delectable chocolates. Warm up with Yakima Valley wineries and enjoy special activities and seasonal savings. Visit https://www.visityakima.com/wine-event-red-wine-and-chocolate for more details.
Taste Red Mountain - March
Get to know the top vineyards in Washington at Taste Red Mountain. Red Mountain AVA near Benton City is celebrating over 20 years as an American Viticultural Area with an exclusive wine tasting events featuring more than 20 wineries.
Prosser Sip & Stroll - March
Join Historic Downtown Prosser & Prosser Chamber of Commerce for our annual Sip & Stroll craft beverage tasting event that takes place during March. Plan to sip and sample what area brewers, winemakers, and cider-makers have to offer while you shop and explore each location before strolling to the next venue! Participating downtown restaurants will also have small bites available (included with your ticket).
Walla Walla Valley Spring Kick Off - April
During the Walla Walla Valley Spring Kick Off the weekend ushers in another great wine season in the Valley and wineries invite guests and visitors to stop by and celebrate with special events, music and festivities.
Yakima Valley Spring Barrel Wine Tasting Events - April
Join Yakima Valley wineries as they celebrate the spring! Spring Barrel delivers a unique wine tasting experience. Makers pull tastes straight from the barrel, giving you a sneak peak at how these young vintages may mature. You be the judge of the wines! Will it be an award-winner? After you sample the barrel tastings, enjoy sipping new release wines and take advantage of special savings. Visit https://www.visityakima.com/wine-event-spring-barrel-tasting for more details.
Walla Walla Valley Spring Release Weekend - May
Join in the festive atmosphere of Spring Release Weekend! The Walla Walla Valley is abuzz with activity and the panoramic Blue Mountains provide the perfect backdrop for brilliant blooms and verdant vines.
Auction of Washington Wines - May and August
Proceeds from the Auction of Washington Wines benefit Seattle Children's and Tri-Cities Washington State University's Wine Science Research. This event features Wine Country Celebrations Vintner Dinners, Winemaker Picnic & Barrel Auction, and Gala. Visit https://auctionofwawines.org/events/ for details.
Milton-Freewater: Kiwanis Summer Kickoff Beer and Wine Fest - May
The Annual Kiwanis Summer Kickoff Beer and Wine Fest takes place in May at Yantis Park in Milton-Freewater. Visit Milton Freewater Chamber Downtown Alliance for details.
Celebrate Merlot Walla Walla Valley Wine - July
Don’t miss this year's event as we commemorate the anniversary of the AVA and showcase Cabernet Sauvignon through rare vintage tastings, collaborative winemaker dinners, and opportunities to compare and share the wines of the Walla Walla Valley with other renowned wine regions. Visit https://www.wallawallawine.com/celebrate/ for more details.
Prosser Art Walk & Wine Gala - July
The annual Prosser Art Walk & Wine Gala is held in Historic Downtown Prosser and features artists from all over the Pacific Northwest. Local wineries offer their latest vintages and area food vendors provide the fare as jazz fills the air. No one under 21 is admitted and limited tickets are available for this event.
Yakima Valley Wine Catch the Crush - throughout October
Crush is a special time of year for both winemakers and wine lovers alike in Yakima Valley wine country! Harvest is drawing to a close in Valley vineyards and winemakers are beginning to craft the next great Yakima Valley vintage. So, get ready to celebrate in wine country style, complete with grape stomps, fall flavors from locals' favorite food trucks and vendors at the wineries, harvest festivals, live music, activities for the whole family and specialty wine releases. Visit https://www.visityakima.com/wine-event-catch-the-crush for more details.
Tri-Cities Wine Festival - November
The Tri-Cities Wine Festival is held in November at the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick. The evening includes wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres, live entertainment, and more! Come enjoy some of the best wines in the area!
Spend Thanksgiving in Yakima Valley Wine Country - November
The day after Thanksgiving, Yakima Valley wineries open their doors for a weekend of tastings, perfectly delicious food pairings, live music, holiday specials and more! Come discover your favorite wines for holiday giving and choose the perfect wines for your holiday tables and events. Even better, enjoy special holiday savings at wineries throughout the Valley. Plan your tour with our Yakima Wineries Map (PDF). Visit https://www.visityakima.com/wine-event-thanksgiving-in-wine-country for more details.
Winery Tour Services
Several tour services in this region offer winery tours. Depending on the size of the group and limousine used the tour will cost anywhere from $90 - $150 per hour with a minimum of 4 or 5 hours. Driver's gratuity is extra and wine tasting fees are not included.
Wine Tasting Tips for Beginners
Whether you hire a tour guide or brave wine country on your own, here are a few wine tasting tips for beginners that will help you make the most of your experience.
Winery Tour Operators
For information on winery tour services, visit the following wine tour operators:
- Benton City: Red Mountain Trails
- Tri-Cities: Celebrity Limousine
- Tri-Cities: Desert Wave Limousine
- Tri-Cities: Roads2 Tri-Cities
- Tri-Cities: TC Black
- Walla Walla: Black Tie Wine Tours
- Walla Walla: d'Vine Wine Tour
- Walla Walla: Dream Ride Charters & Tours
- Walla Walla: Personal Winery Tours
- Walla Walla: Tesla Winery Tours
- Walla Walla: Walla Walla Wine Limo
- Walla Walla: Winery Tours Walla Walla
- Yakima: Aladdin Limousine
- Yakima: Little Hopper
- Yakima: Washington Wine Experience
Wine Publications & Media
Food and Wine Pairing (2007)
Dr. Robert J. Harrington returned to the Tri-Cities to become a faculty member for the hospitality degree program at WSU-Tri-Cities that started up in Fall 2015. As a former professor at the University of Arkansas - Fayetteville, he published the reference book Food and Wine Pairing: A Sensory Experience.
This is "the only book that presents food and wine pairing from a culinary and sensory perspective." Chapter 11 features food and wine pairing from the Northwest. This book is available from Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
The Science of Grapevines: Anatomy and Physiology (2010)
Markus Keller, Ph.D., a Washington State University viticulturist at the Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center in Prosser, is the author of The Science of GrapeVines: Anatomy and Physiology. This textbook is the only one to comprehensively explore the physiology of the grapevine as it occurs around the world. It is available from Elsevier, the publisher of this book, and from Amazon.com.
Discover Washington Wine
Discover Washington Wine is an online magazine dedicated to connecting wine enthusiasts with Washington State wineries, wine regions, tasting rooms, events, industry news and more.
Great Northwest Wine
Great Northwest Wine, published in the Tri-Cities, is a quarterly publication for those with an interest in wine. You can read various wine related articles online.
Washington State Wine Commission
The Washington State Wine Commission is a state government agency that represents all licensed wineries and grape growers in the entire state. It's our mission, purpose, and promise to support every winery and wine grape farmer in Washington by raising awareness and demand of Washington wine.
The Washington State Wine Commission has a new mobile app, Map My WA Wine, which is available on all iOS and Android Devices. With this handy tool, you can search our 1,000+ wineries and tasting rooms, find events happening nearby, see which tasting rooms are dog friendly, and build and share itineraries with friends and family.
Washington Wine Country
Tour the areas within the vineyard region of Washington State known as Washington Wine Country: Tri-Cities, Walla Walla Valley and Yakima Valley. In Washington Wine Country, you will experience award-winning wines straight from the source and often poured by the wine-maker.
Wine Societies
Tri-Cities Wine Society
The Tri-Cities Wine Society is a non-profit organization that hosts monthly educationally focused wine-tasting events for its members and their guests in a casual and relaxed atmosphere. They also sponsor the annual Tri-Cities Wine Festival.
Yakima Enological Society
The Yakima Enological Society was estabished in 1976 for the purpose of fostering interest in and appreciation of viticulture, enology, and proper use of wine. The group meets monthly and offers tastings throughout the year.
Enology & Viticulture College Degree & Certification Programs
Walla Walla Community College, Yakima Valley Community College, and Washington State University offer degree and certification programs in enology and viticulture.
Walla Walla Community College
At Walla Walla Community College, the Institute for Enology and Viticulture provides students with hands-on experience in winemaking, viticulture practices, and wine sales where students can earn an Associate in Applied Arts and Sciences Degree in Enology & Viticulture. In addition to the teaching vineyard, the Institute has created a state-of-the-art commercial teaching winery at College Cellars where students are responsible for winemaking and wine-related chemistry.
Students may also choose to earn an Associate in Applied Arts and Sciences Degree in Wine Business or seek certification in Viticulture Science or Fermentation Science.
Yakima Valley Community College
At Yakima Valley Community College, you can obtain an Associate in Arts And Sciences Degree in Vineyard and Winery Technology. After completing the program, students will have developed a diversified knowledge of viticulture, enology, mathematics and applied sciences that provides them the skill sets to be a valuable asset for any perspective career path or as a transfer to a 4-year university, such as Washington State University.
Washington State University
Washington State University offers two undergraduate degrees. The Viticulture & Enology degree prepares students for successful careers in Washington’s flourishing wine industry and beyond. Learn about juice and wine at each and every step of the process, from growing grapes to harvesting them to processing and evaluating the wines made from them.
Students who pursue the Wine Business Management degree are well prepared to face the complex challenges of the wine industry. Part of the WSU's Hospitality Business Management Program, students learn about wine business in functional areas including management of wine production, marketing, finance, compliance, tourism, and more.
In addition, there are two non-credit professional certificate options tailored for those interested in careers in the grape and wine industry.
Columbia Gardens Urban Wine & Artisan Village - Kennewick
The Port of Kennewick is building the Columbia Gardens Urban Wine & Artisan Village in phases at 421 E. Columbia Drive in Kennewick.
Located in an urban setting along the Columbia River shoreline, the goal of the Columbia Gardens Wine & Artisan Village is to provide a vibrant gathering place to enjoy boutique wineries, tasting rooms, restaurants, shops, art, and riparian wildlife along a scenic nature trail.
The port is planning to add space for more wineries as well as businesses like cheese shops and boutique restaurants. The port is also planning a mixed-use development nearby called The Willows, with a brewery, offices, housing, a hotel and restaurants.
For a current list of wineries and food trucks, visit: Columbia Gardens Vendors
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates - WSU Wine Science Center - Richland
The Ste. Michelle Wine Estates WSU Wine Science Center is a viticulture and enology research and teaching facility at Washington State University Tri-Cities. It is a 34,000 sq. ft. facility that features a gravity-flow research and teaching winery, research laboratories, and classrooms. It is a showcase for WSU's research and education and serves as a gathering place for industry collaboration, students and visiting scholars from around the world.
Wine Away Stain Remover
Wine Away is manufactured by Evergreen Labs, Inc. in Walla Walla for removing red wine stains. You can purchase it online or at most wineries and wine shops.