Aside from the cold temperatures keeping us inside, once we venture out for wine tasting, we find that there are a lot of tasting rooms that close down in January. It’s the “slow season” here in Walla Walla. Go figure.
But there are some places that stay open. And there are a few that I recommend.
1. Reininger, 5858 W Highway 12 — I know, I know. They always get mentioned. But there’s a reason for that, folks. I was out there earlier this week and I can assure you that they have a great line-up in the tasting room. Especially check out the Helix Stillwater Creek Merlot. Open Daily 10 – 5 (Winter Hours)
2. Bergevin Lane, 1215 W Poplar St — I haven’t been by here in a few months. (Yes, I missed barrel tasting weekend at this winery.) But this is a solid place to check out. I always leave with a bottle and a smile.
3. Balboa, 7 South 4th — New tasting room downtown. Open 11-4 on Fridays and Saturdays. I always enjoy the Cat’s Meow.
4. Nicholas Cole Cellars, 229 E Main St — Beautiful. And the wines just get better too. It cheers me just to see the space.
And there are so many more. This is, however, a start. After a long week, I look forward to a glass or two of excellent wine. Always a pleasure to find a new local treasure… like the Mannina Cellars 2005 Pepper Bridge Merlot. Sadly Mannina isn’t open for tasting until April; thankfully I’ve stored a some away in the cellar.
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Just went to Nicholas Cole Cellars tasting room last Saturday. Definitely some wonderful wines from that winery. Very nice experience over all.
Hey Amy,
Just to let you know, Foundry Vineyards at 13th and Abadie is open Tuesday thru Saturday 11-5!! Stop by and taste, we have some good stuff!!
Always,
Jen