Merry Cellars is relatively unknown outside of the Palouse, but those "in the know" realize the quality and finesses these wines possess. Located in Pullman, Merry is most known for their "Crimson" label, which features a vintage photo of the old Washington State College Cougars. These are very good wines with grapes sourced from top vineyards, so come on out and get Merry!
Join us for an exclusive visit with owner/winemaker David O'Reilly from Owen Roe winery! This storied winery produces exceptional wines, and has been doing so since 1999. We'll not only be pouring the Sharecropper & Corvidae wines, but also some very nice Owen Roe estate juice... come sample the passion and heart that goes into Owen Roe wines, meet Mr. O'Reilly and get a few bottles signed! Special 20% case discounts offered, mixed ok... glass pours too... and never a corkage fee for any bottle enjoyed at the shop.
Owner/winemaker John Bookwalter and family have produced exceptional wines for several decades, and they are one of the oldest family owned and operated wineries in Washington State. Dedicated to quality at every step, their wines are full of flavor and they don't shy away from being robust, rich and decadent, particularly with their limited release wines. We'll be rolling out the red carpet for John and his wines, and he'll have some special stuff for your tasting pleasure... come get a bottle or three signed and sample some Washington wine history.
The July cruise will feature the owner/winemakers from Five Star Cellars, Walla Walla Vintners & Barrister Winery on Saturday, July 25th. This is a fully catered dinner cruise with appetizers and dessert included. The voyage will take us northbound to the mystical Mermaid Rocks and the Cone Islands, venturing on to Toehead Pass and Obstruction Pass off of Orcas Island, continuing onward to Thatcher Pass, Lopez Spit, Decatur Island and Lopez Pass, and the Marine Sanctuary off of Bird Rocks - then homeward bound. This is a fantastic scenic cruise abundant with eagles, seals, and spectacular scenery. A chartered bus will pick you up at Hellams Vineyard in La Conner at 5 p.m.(please check in to the shop no later than 4:15 p.m.) We'll then head over to the Mystic Sea, a 100' boat based out of Anacortes at Cap Sante Marina, board and depart at 6 p.m. The boat will return to dock at 9 p.m., and you'll then be chartered back to La Conner. All three winemakers will be pouring at the shop from 1 - 4 p.m. Cost is $150 per person; $140 for club members (+ tax). RSVP is required by calling the shop at 360.466.1758. There is a 10-day, non-refundable cancellation policy in effect for this trip.
The August cruise will feature the "Taste of Woodinville", with owner/winemakers from Pomum, Stevens & Woodinville Wine Cellars on Saturday, August 22nd. This is our Dungeness Crab Feed, with several side dishes, appetizers and dessert included. The voyage will take us northbound to the mystical Mermaid Rocks and the Cone Islands, venturing on to Toehead Pass and Obstruction Pass off of Orcas Island, continuing onward to Thatcher Pass, Lopez Spit, Decatur Island and Lopez Pass, and the Marine Sanctuary off of Bird Rocks - then homeward bound. This is a fantastic scenic cruise abundant with eagles, seals, and spectacular scenery. A chartered bus will pick you up at Hellams Vineyard in La Conner at 5 p.m. (please check in to the shop no later than 4:15 p.m.) We'll then head over to the Mystic Sea, a 100' boat based out of Anacortes at Cap Sante Marina, board and depart at 6 p.m. The boat will return to dock at 9 p.m., and you'll then be chartered back to La Conner. All three winemakers will be pouring at the shop from 1 - 4 p.m. Cost is $155 per person; $145 for club members (+ tax). RSVP is required by calling the shop at 360.466.1758. There is a 10-day cancellation policy in effect for this trip.
Some very good wines are being made at tongue-in-cheek Hard Row to Hoe winery in Lake Chelan... come discover and taste these fun wines!
We've planned a fun wine weekend in Lake Chelan! Check out the itinerary and give us a call to RSVP...
Lake Chelan Crush Wine Tour
- Transportation to Lake Chelan with Wine and Lunch
- 2 Nights at Campbell’s Lodge
- Catered Dinner @ Nefarious Cellars – Private Tastings with Winemakers at Select Wineries*
- And a not-to-be-forgotten BBQ at Hard Row to Hoe winery
$669 per person dbl occ. Queen Room / $699 per person dbl. occ. King Room
$175 Single Supplement charge ($689 / $719 non-club)
October 16
Depart Mt Vernon @ 9:00 a.m - Chartered Coach – Meal served onboard - Drive to Lake Chelan
Drop passengers at Campbell’s Lodge at around 1:00 p.m.
Tasting and BBQ at Hard Row to Hoe 2:00 p.m.
Dinner on your own (if you have room after the bbq!); plenty of options downtown Chelan! Within walking distance of the hotel.
October 17
$15 breakfast voucher which can be applied to the house restaurant
Depart for wineries @ 11:00 a.m.
Fielding Hills Winery - 11:15 a.m. - With Owner/Winemaker Mike and Karen Wade
Vin Du Lac - 12:30 p.m. – Tasting and prepared Lunch @ Winery
Tildio Winery – 2:30 p.m. with award winning Manson wines.
Benson Winery – 3:45 p.m. With spectacular views overlooking Lake Chelan
Return to hotel @ approx. 5:30 p.m.; Catered dinner with Nefarious Cellars @ approx. 6:30 p.m.
October 18
$15 breakfast voucher which can be applied to the house restaurant
Depart hotel @ 10:45 a.m.
Tsillan Cellars - 11:00 a.m. Private Tasting & Lunch
Drop passengers in Mt Vernon at approx. 5:00 p.m.
To RSVP, contact Jeff Hellam at Hellam’s Vineyard 360.466.1758. Or e-mail wine@hellamsvineyard.com - *** Wineries and times subject to change except BBQ and Dinner Events
Our 10th annual Port tasting will feature vintage tawnies from the past five decades, a couple vintage ports, white port and some other goodies... paired with almonds and bleu cheese, don't miss out on this special tasting! $5 for club members; $10 non-club. Glass pours on all featured port wine available, special 20% case discounts, mix and match your case!
It's always a pleasure to host one of our friends in the "biz", Gordy Venneri from Walla Walla Vintners! One of the originals in the Walla Walla Valley, Walla Walla Vintners crafts high quality, limited production wines from their estate in the rolling hills of the valley. We'll have a very nice line up of their reds, with excellent prices and case discounts offered. We hope to see you for this one!
Come celebrate in spooky style on Halloween with a little Boneshaker action! This 4th annual event features a 25, 50 & 100k ride at your leisure, with gorgeous routes through the Skagit Valley. We'll have a creepy line up of spooktastic wines and ales for your slobbering pleasure. Always a bloody good time, we'll also have extended hours should you wish to bark at the moon from the wine deck. More information on the event can be found by going to: www.boneshakerbikefest.com
