Best Wineries Near Seattle
The best wineries accessible from Seattle — including Woodinville wine country options that are 30 minutes from Seattle.
About Woodinville Wine Country
Woodinville wine country — 130+ tasting rooms 30 minutes from Seattle, producing Washington's finest Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Riesling from Eastern Washington vineyards.
Planning Your Visit
Woodinville wine country is 30 minutes from Seattle. Summer in Woodinville means outdoor concerts at Chateau Ste. Michelle, patio tastings at the Warehouse District, and long Pacific Northwest evenings among the vines.
When to Visit
Woodinville winemakers head east to Eastern Washington for harvest while their Woodinville tasting rooms remain busy all September and October. Hollywood District outdoor patio season (May–September) Chateau Ste. Michelle summer concerts (June–September)
Winery Profiles
Chateau Ste. Michelle
Woodinville, WA
Washington's founding winery — 105 estate acres, open daily, summer concerts
DeLille Cellars
Woodinville, WA
Chaleur Estate — Columbia Valley Bordeaux blend, critically acclaimed
Januik Winery
Woodinville, WA
Mike Januik's Woodinville production — Cabernet and Syrah of great consistency
Gramercy Cellars
Woodinville, WA
Master Sommelier Greg Harrington — Syrah and Cabernet of collector quality
Betz Family Winery
Woodinville, WA
Master of Wine Bob Betz — Père de Famille Cabernet and Syrah
Mark Ryan Winery
Woodinville, WA
Cult Woodinville producer — Dead Horse and Long Haul Cabernet
Columbia Winery
Woodinville, WA
One of Washington's founding wineries — Syrah and Cabernet
Novelty Hill | Januik
Woodinville, WA
Two acclaimed wineries in one beautiful space — anchor of the Warehouse District
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best wineries in Woodinville Wine Country?
The most celebrated wineries in Woodinville Wine Country include Chateau Ste. Michelle, DeLille Cellars, Januik Winery, Gramercy Cellars, Betz Family Winery. Each represents the region's commitment to world-class Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux blends from Washington State.
How do I get to Woodinville wine country?
Woodinville wine country is 30 minutes from Seattle. Plan your route using I-90 for Seattle connections or US-97 for north-south travel through Eastern Washington. Most winery tasting rooms are accessible by car; some regions offer wine country shuttle services.
What is Woodinville wine country known for?
Woodinville Wine Country is known for Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux blends — varieties that thrive in the region's unique climate of warm days, cold nights, and volcanic soils. Washington State has become one of America's premier wine regions, and Woodinville Wine Country is at the heart of that reputation.