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Yakima Valley, Rattlesnake Hills and Red
Mountain
Wine-Country Events
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Event
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Location
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Sunday
May 12
11 am – 2 pm |
Mother’s Day Brunch at Kestrel Vintners Prosser Tasting Room.
Bring mom to Kestrel Vintners for an amazing brunch. Tickets are $65
($50 for wine club). RSVP by calling 509-786-2675. |
Kestrel Vintners
2890 Lee Road
Prosser, WA |
Saturday
May 25
6 pm |
Revelry on Red Mountain. Join Washington winemakers for an
unforgettable evening atop Red Mountain. Enjoy a spectacular
sunset and panoramic views, gourmet food and amazing wines while rubbing
elbows with some of our state’s best winemakers and growers.
Celebrating five years in 2013, Revelry on Red Mountain is the Auction
of Washington Wines Eastern Washington destination event held over
Memorial Day weekend. Tickets are $95 per person.
(This event
is part of the prestigious charity event,
the Auction of Washington Wines) BONUS! Those
that attend the Saturday night event will have the option to purchase
tickets for the Sunday walk with the growers (a brand new event this
year). Guests cannot purchase tickets to the walk with the growers
unless they purchased a Revelry ticket. |
Col Solare Winery
50207 Antonori Rd
Benton City, WA |
Saturday
May 25
6 – 8 pm
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Apps in the AVA. Join a gathering of Rattlesnake Hills
wineries for a fun evening of wine tasting and appetizers in the
beautiful Rattlesnake Hills AVA. You will enjoy wines from five
(or more) wineries, chat with winemakers and learn more about the wines
produced in a fun relaxed atmosphere. Ticket price includes a
glass of wine of your choice and appetizers paired with the wines.
Additional wines will be available for purchase with scrip. |
Agate Field Vineyard
2911 Roza Drive
Zillah, WA 98953 |
Saturday & Sunday
May 25 and 26
10 am – 6 pm |
Rosé Release Party. Who would have guessed that Two Mountain
Rosé would pair so well with street tacos and sunshine? Celebrate
the release of their Two Mountain Rosé and summertime in the valley, at
the annual Rosé Release party! Mariano’s Tacos will be celebrating too,
offering one free taco for a glass of Rosé purchased. Bring a
picnic blanket or chair, sunscreen and a hat, and welcome summer at the
winery! The Rosé is an off-dry blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and
Cabernet Franc, cool, crisp, and refreshing. For tickets and
information, call 509-829-3900 or e-mail
kelly@twomountainwinery.com. |
Two Mountain Winery
2151 Cheyne Road
Zillah, WA |
Sat & Sun
May 25 & 26
Sat 6 – 9 pm
Sun 10 am – 3 pm |
Revelry on Red Mountain. Revelry on Red Mountain is back
for its 5th year! Red Mountain is a remarkable place, for both scenery
and wine. Spend Saturday evening rubbing elbows with growers and
winemakers from the region while sitting atop this gold podium at Col
Solare Winery. 24 Washington winemakers are bringing their newest
releases for a spirited evening of acclaimed wines. A spectacular
sunset, panoramic views of the valley below, savory delights from a
noted Chef, and the warmth of eastern Washington.
On Sunday join the Reverly for the inaugural Vineyard Walking Tour
hosted by growers on Red Mountain. You will get an up close and
personal look at the terroir, technique and vines before gathering
together for a farm-to-table lunch. Afterwards, enjoy a
comparison tasting hosted by one of Red Mountain's oldest wineries. |
Col Solare Winery, Red Mountain
50207 Antonori Rd
Benton City, WA |
Saturday
June 9
7 pm |
Ultimate Wine Experience. This wine competition, with award
winners, will feature wineries entered in the fair-sponsored Washington
State Wine Competition. Ticket holders will sample from 30
different wines and appetizers. Tickets are $15 per person and
limited to only 250. For additional information call 509-
248-7160. |
Yakima State Fair Park
1301 S. Fair Ave.
Yakima, WA |
Saturday
July 20
10 am |
Art Walk & Wine Gala. Don't miss this year's art walk held on
6th Street in Historic Downtown Prosser. Now in its 9th year, the Art
Walk & Wine Gala features artists from all over the Pacific Northwest.
Come enjoy the warm summer evening as 20 local wineries offer their
latest vintages. Area food vendors provide the fare as live jazz
music fills the air. |
6th Street
Prosser, WA |
Saturday
August 10
2 – 8 pm |
Prosser Wine and Food Fair. Nearly 2000 wine enthusiasts
gather for an afternoon of fine wine and local food specialties with
local bands to entertain you all day. Last year attendees sample wine
from 34 Washington wineries (including
Alexandria Nicole Cellars and
Kestrel Vintners), food from 15 local
food vendors and beer from 2 local breweries. Tickets ($20 per sale and
$25 day of event) include admission, glass and program. Wine, beer and
food are purchased with .50 scrip. Prices vary depending on the price of
wine, beer or food.
Any minors (under 21) or pets are not allowed on grounds. Shuttles will
run from 1:30 – 9 pm. The shuttle stops will be from Best Western Hotel,
The Barn, Prosser Motel, Wine Country RV Park, Depot Parking Lot, Benton
Franklin Transit Bus Stop, Parking Lot across from Hogue Cellars and
Prosser High School Stadium. Cost for the shuttle one way is $1.50. |
Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center
2140 Wine Country Road
Prosser, WA |
Saturday
August 10
6:30 pm |
Summer Dinner and a Movie Series. Have you seen the sun go
down in Zillah? How about eating a home cooked BBQ meal under the
pink and blue sky? Curl up under a blanket and watch a movie with
Two Mountain Winery in the crisp orchard air. Winemaker Matt Rawn
will be firing up the charcoal, serving a BBQ dinner with locally grown
salads and greens, and a sweet dessert. After dinner, watch a
classic movie under the starry sky. Tickets are only $25/adult
($20/wine club, $10/kid) and includes one glass of wine, dinner and a
movie. Dinner starts at 6:30, bring your own lawn chair, a blanket
or warm jacket, and come hungry! For tickets and information call
509-829-3900 or
e-mail
kelly@twomountainwinery.com. |
Two Mountain Winery
2151 Cheyne Road
Zillah, WA |
Friday
August 24
Times vary by location |
9th Annual Snake in the Glass Passport Party. Wine, food
and entertainment combine for this this great winemaker event. The
region is planning for some exciting changes so visit their website for
additional information as the event draws nearer. |
Rattlesnake Hills Wineries Map |
Saturday
August 31
6:30 pm |
Summer Dinner and a Movie Series. Have
you seen the sun go down in Zillah? How about eating a home cooked
BBQ meal under the pink and blue sky? Curl up under a blanket and
watch a movie with Two Mountain Winery in the crisp orchard air.
Winemaker Matt Rawn will be firing up the charcoal, serving a BBQ dinner
with locally grown salads and greens, and a sweet dessert. After
dinner, watch a classic movie under the starry sky. Tickets are
only $25/adult ($20/wine club, $10/kid) and includes one glass of wine,
dinner and a movie. Dinner starts at 6:30, bring your own lawn
chair, a blanket or warm jacket, and come hungry! For tickets and
information call 509-829-3900 or e-mail
kelly@twomountainwinery.com. |
Two Mountain Winery
2151 Cheyne Road
Zillah, WA |
Saturday
September 14
6:30 pm |
Summer Dinner and a Movie Series. Have
you seen the sun go down in Zillah? How about eating a home cooked
BBQ meal under the pink and blue sky? Curl up under a blanket and
watch a movie with Two Mountain Winery in the crisp orchard air.
Winemaker Matt Rawn will be firing up the charcoal, serving a BBQ dinner
with locally grown salads and greens, and a sweet dessert. After
dinner, watch a classic movie under the starry sky. Tickets are
only $25/adult ($20/wine club, $10/kid) and includes one glass of wine,
dinner and a movie. Dinner starts at 6:30, bring your own lawn
chair, a blanket or warm jacket, and come hungry! For tickets and
information call 509-829-3900 or e-mail
kelly@twomountainwinery.com. |
Two Mountain Winery
2151 Cheyne Road
Zillah, WA |
Saturday
September 19
1 – 3 pm |
Winemaker for a Day. Find out if you can hack it as a
winemaker during Two Mountain Winery’s hands-on Winemaker for a Day
event! Once a year, they give you the opportunity to participate in the
most exciting time of year at Two Mountain – harvest and crush.
You’ll spend time on the vineyard and in the lab with Winemaker Matt
Rawn and Vineyard Manager Patrick Rawn. Read brix through a
hydrometer, take temperature readings, participate in punch-down and
learn about the process of fermentation. This event was featured
in Sunset Magazine and sells out very quickly! Reserve your spot
as soon as possible, because space is limited. Tickets are
$40/person, $35/Wine Club. For information and to RSVP call
509-829-3900 or
e-mail
kelly@twomountainwinery.com. |
Two Mountain Winery
2151 Cheyne Road
Zillah, WA |
Saturday
September 28
4 - 8 pm |
Alexandria Nicole Cellars 2013 Harvest Party in the Vines.
Join
Alexandria Nicole Cellars as they kick
off the harvest season in style. In honor of their little Miss
Ashley’s 28th Birthday, they are offering the first 28 couples a
celebratory $25 per ticket savings. That’s right, the first 28
couples will only be charged $50 a ticket, instead of the normal $75.
This will be an event filled with great food and wine, music, dancing,
fun and games and is a Wine Club exclusive event, so club members can
purchase their tickets by clicking
HERE (Note: If you are among the
first 28 couples, discount will be applied manually after purchase). |
Alexandria Nicole Cellars
Destiny Ridge Vineyard
2880 Lee Road
Prosser, WA |
Saturday
September 28
10 am – 5 pm |
Red Mountain AVA Alliance Block Party. Spend a perfect
Saturday in September on Red Mountain. You'll get a map to start.
Then you're on your way to explore the activities that are reserved just
for ticket holders. You may see the "little red trolley", which
your ticket allows you to hop on and hop off as it cruises Red Mountain.
If you'd rather drive yourself, that's great too. Note that
certain venues have specialized tastings with a limited number of
participants that can be accommodated; if you arrive and a tour or
tasting is full, you may have to wait until the next tour or tasting
begins.
Tickets will permit guests to:
- Spend time with winemakers, vineyard owners and growers
- Sample wines at participating wineries
- Take part in vineyard walks and hikes
- Gain an intimate education into the unique terroir of Red
Mountain AVA
- Enjoy the intimate nature of Red Mountain through a trolley trip
from winery to vineyard
- Receive a logo wine glass
For additional questions e-mail
INQUIRIES@REDMOUNTAINAVA.COM. |
Benton City, WA |
Fri - Sun
Nov 29 - Dec 1
Times vary by location |
Thanksgiving in Wine Country. Who needs Black Friday when
you can have a Red and White Friday! The tasting rooms are
decorated in holiday décor and there's plenty of cheer to be had.
It is a great time to visit the wineries and taste some of the new
releases you may have been introduced to during Spring Barrel Weekend.
There is no cost or ticket needed to attend this event, however some
wineries do charge a tasting fee. |
Yakima Valley, Rattlesnake Hills & Snipes Mountain
Wineries Map |
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Ongoing
Events in the Yakima Valley |
3rd Friday of Month 5:30 pm -
8:30 pm |
Friday Night Bites and Flights and Simple
Supper. No
reservation needed! Kestrel Vintners and Exit #82
Wineries Enjoy Kestrel Wines by the glass or by the
flight while relaxing in our beautiful Grotto,
enjoying tasty morsels created in our newly
remodeled chef's kitchen along with an extensive
selection of specialty cheeses and salamis. Menus
and pricing vary according to items and wines
purchased. A complete menu is available at the
winery or online. There is no cost to attend and
reservations are not necessary; first come, first
served. |
Kestrel Vintners 2890 Lee Road Prosser,
WA |
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First Friday of Each
Month |
First Fridays.
The first Friday of every month,
many downtown Yakima businesses have wine tastings
and live music, as well as other special events. For a complete list
of participating businesses click
HERE. |
Various downtown
businesses
Yakima |
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Horse Heaven Hills Wine-Region Events
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Date
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Event
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Location
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Saturday
July 20
11 am - 4 pm
(BBQ 5 - 7 pm) |
8th Annual Trail Drive, Wine Tasting & BBQ.
Join Horse Heaven Hills in celebrating their AVA's
7th Anniversary while supporting the Horse Heaven
Hills Wine Growers Scholarships for
Viticulture & Enology. Grab a designated
driver, hop in your car then take a drive on the
vineyard trail. Taste wonderful wines at
local wineries and tasting rooms while visiting the
vineyard growers and wine makers who put endless
energy into what they love. |
Crow Butte Park
Benton, WA |