Tri-Cities Official Visitors Guide 2008 - (Page 31) winerY listings PaCifiC rim We’re Riesling zealots and purity is core to our winemaking. Our wines are fermented in stainless steel – preserving the vibrant character of Riesling while creating wines that enhance, rather than dominate, cuisine. Open by appointment only. Take Keene Rd. off of West Van Giesen. 8111 Keene Rd., West Richland 967-7477 www.RieslingRules.com snoquaLmie vineyards VOICE OF THE MID-COLUMBIA • Local and regional news • Entertainment • Hanford News • Sports • Business News • Environmental Issues • Food and Wine tricityherald.com Located in the Heart of Washington Wine Country, Snoqualmie welcomes you to try our Northwest fresh wines. Open daily, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Take exit 82 off I-82, south on Hwy 22 to Frontier Rd. 660 Frontier Rd., Prosser (509) 875-4224 www.snoqualmie.com taGaris winery Piety fLats winery Situated in the 1911 Mercantile Building with its old country store charm, you will find a large selection of gourmet foods and gift items. Hours: March through October, Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; November and December, daily, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; and January and February, Saturday and Sunday only, Noon - 5 p.m. Take exit 44 from I-82 and go north 1/8 of a mile. 2560 Donald-Wapato Road, Wapato (509) 877-3115 www.pietyflatswinery.com An estate winery producing delectable, award-winning white and red wines from its old-vine Arete and Alice Vineyards. The winery includes Taverna Tagaris, a Mediterranean restaurant. Take exit 3 off I-182, follow signs to Columbia Park Trail and Windmill Rd. 844 Tulip Ln., Richland 628-0020 www.tagariswines.com taPteiL vineyard winery Preston Premium wines The first winery in the Tri-Cities, and third in Washington state. The first vintner to plant and produce the merlot grape in Washington state. Tasting room open daily, 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (except major holidays). Five miles north of Pasco on Hwy 395. 502 E. Vineyard Dr., Pasco 545-1990 www.prestonwines.com This established vineyard of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc was first planted in 1985. The winery has picnic area with stunning views of Red Mountain. Open Saturdays, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., April through December, event weekends, and by appointment. Take Benton City exit 96 off I-82. Follow Hwy 224 east to Sunset Rd. 20206 E. 583 PR NE, Benton City (509) 588-4460 www.tapteil.com tefft CeLLars rattLesnake HiLLs wine traiL Sixteen wineries in the Rattlesnake Hills AVA. Visit large estate wineries, quirky, boutique wineries and everything in-between. Tasting rooms open daily, offering award-winning wines. PO Box 1825, Zillah (509) 965-4521 / (888) 375-RHWT www.rattlesnakehills.com Dedicated to producing handcrafted wines including award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon. The tasting room and picnic deck overlook the vineyard adjacent to Tefft’s Outlook Inn Guest House. Take exit 63 off I-82. Turn right at stop sign. Turn left onto Yakima Valley Highway. Turn right on Outlook Rd. Turn left on Independence Rd. 1320 Independence Rd., Outlook (509) 837-7651 www.tefftcellars.com terra bLanCa winery & estate vineyard Terra Blanca’s Tuscan-style facility offers guests wine tasting, concerts, tours, and banquet space. Open seven days a week, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. for an outstanding Washington winery experience. Take Benton City exit 96 off I-82, follow Hwy 224 to DeMoss Rd. 34715 N. DeMoss Rd., Benton City 588-6082 www.terrablanca.com setH ryan winery Boutique winery featuring premier wines crafted from superior grapes of the Red Mountain Appellation. Tours available. Tasting room open Thursday through Monday, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Take Benton City exit 96 off I-82. Follow Hwy 224 east to Sunset Rd. 35306 N. Sunset Rd., Benton City 588-6780 www.sethryan.com sLeePinG doG wines wine yakima vaLLey Overlooking the Yakima River west of Benton City. Small, hands-on production. Family-owned and operated, with help from our friends. Dog friendly! Open event weekends and by appointment. Take Benton City exit 96 off I-82, turn north on SR 225. Continue through Benton City, turn left on Corral Creek Rd., then left on Whitmore Rd. 45804 N. Whitmore PR NW, Benton City 460-2886 www.sleepingdogwines.com Our 23 winery members invite you to tour, taste, and enjoy our premium wine. Call for a free “wine tour” brochure. 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