Come meet owner/winemaker Greg Lipsker of Barrister Winery for an amazing crab cruise through Deception Pass!
These fantastic trips feature boutique Washington winemakers, wonderful cuisine and some of the most scenic waterways in the country. Since 2005, we've enjoyed hosting various winemakers to showcase their hard work, while you are able to sip and gaze at the natural beauty that surrounds us. Our voyages depart from the Channel Lodge dock (a mere walk down the pier from the shop) and take us up the Swinomish Channel and through Deception Pass... this is a fantastic scenic cruise abundant with eagles, seals, and spectacular scenery and wonderful history. During the cruise you'll have an opportunity to enjoy featured fine wines and talk with the owner/winemaker about their craft. The menu features appetizers like cheeses, prawns, crackers, salami and veggies... for the main course enjoy Dungeness crab, baked chicken and other side dishes, and a berry cobbler dessert... delicious! Upon return you'll have an opportunity to take some liquid memories home... put your order together on the boat, then we'll fill it for you at the shop after the cruise! Cost is $150 per person + tax. RSVP required!
THE BOAT DEPARTS AT 6:00 SHARP AND RETURNS TO THE DOCK AT 8:30 P.M. PLEASE CHECK IN TO THE WINE SHOP NO LATER THAN 5:30 P.M. A LIGHT JACKET IS RECOMMENDED; CASUAL ATTIRE.
If you need a place to stay, check out these properties in La Conner, including the convenient Channel Lodge... just a few steps away from the boat & shop!
www.skagitbay.com - tranquil and relaxing private guest suites with water views on the Swinomish Reservation in La Conner
www.laconnerchannellodge.com - Channel Lodge, conveniently located next door to the wine shop on the water... steps away from the shop and boat
www.laconnerinn.com - The Country Inn, recently renovated and under new ownership; conveniently located in the heart of La Conner
www.estep-properties.com - nightly private condo and house rentals in La Conner
www.katysinn.com - historic B&B "on the hill" in La Conner
www.theheroninn.com - warm, classy & charming award-winning B&B
www.hotelplanter.com - one of Washington's oldest, boutique hotels, newly remodeled
www.wildiris.com - award-winning, cozy B&B
These fantastic trips feature boutique Washington winemakers, wonderful cuisine and some of the most scenic waterways in the country. Since 2005, we've enjoyed hosting various winemakers to showcase their hard work, while you are able to sip and gaze at the natural beauty that surrounds us. Our voyages depart from the Channel Lodge dock (a mere walk down the pier from the shop) and take us up the Swinomish Channel and through Deception Pass... this is a fantastic scenic cruise abundant with eagles, seals, and spectacular scenery and wonderful history. During the cruise you'll have an opportunity to enjoy featured fine wines and talk with the owner/winemaker about their craft. The menu features appetizers like cheeses, prawns, crackers, salami and veggies... for the main course enjoy Dungeness crab, baked chicken and other side dishes, and a berry cobbler dessert... delicious! Upon return you'll have an opportunity to take some liquid memories home... put your order together on the boat, then we'll fill it for you at the shop after the cruise! Cost is $150 per person + tax. RSVP required! There's a 7-day non-refundable cancellation policy in effect.
This summer we’ll be cruising on the Rosario which is 70' long and has booth seating (maximum 4 per booth). There is ample space for everyone, so take your glass of wine with you and explore the open top deck and bow to enjoy the scenery! Maximum capacity for these trips will be 35-40 passengers.
THE BOAT DEPARTS AT 6:00 SHARP AND RETURNS TO THE DOCK AT 8:30 P.M. PLEASE CHECK IN TO THE WINE SHOP NO LATER THAN 5:15 P.M. A LIGHT JACKET IS RECOMMENDED; CASUAL ATTIRE.
If you need a place to stay, check out these properties in La Conner, including the convenient Channel Lodge... just a few steps away from the boat & shop!
www.skagitbay.com - tranquil and relaxing private guest suites with water views on the Swinomish Reservation in La Conner
www.laconnerchannellodge.com - Channel Lodge, conveniently located next door to the wine shop on the water... steps away from the shop and boat
www.laconnerinn.com - The Country Inn, recently renovated and under new ownership; conveniently located in the heart of La Conner
www.estep-properties.com - nightly private condo and house rentals in La Conner
www.katysinn.com - historic B&B "on the hill" in La Conner
www.theheroninn.com - warm, classy & charming award-winning B&B
www.hotelplanter.com - one of Washington's oldest, boutique hotels, newly remodeled
www.wildiris.com - award-winning, cozy B&B
It's a bloody good time when the ghouls and gals come on out to Hellams on Hallo-wine weekend! Let's prepare for a fantastic horror show of bloody good wines this Saturday, Nov. 2nd from 1 - 5 p.m with Derek Berger from Genoa Cellars. With wines like The Boom, Danger Buoy and Danforth, these nautical-themed wines showcase the best of Red Mountain with 'Super Tuscan' styled wines combining Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, with other red grapes. We'll be lurking around waiting for your (un)timely arrival! Glass pours and bottle sales available... and take advantage of the 20% case discounts! (mix and match ok) Complimentary for Hellams members; $5 non-members.
Join us as Laura Duffy pours her passion of Sant'Angelus wines from Orvieto in the Umbrian region of Italy! Includes in the tasting will be their olive oil... also available for purchase. Complimentary for members, $5 non... case discounts available!
Andrew from Global Spirits & Wine in the house pouring your Italian favorites including Svetoni, Bocale and more...! Special 20% discounts offered... complimentary for members, $5 non.
A special evening with Longshadows Vintners... 6:30 - 8:30... $20 for club members ($30 non)... some of the finest wines in Washington State with names like Feather, Sequel, Pirouette and Saggi, these are highly rated collectibles for any wine aficionado! RSVP is required so book your tickets soon; cost includes a tasting flight and snacks.
Our annual Blind Tasting Competition! This year.... Yakima Valley vs. Walla Walla Valley... a Battle Royale! $10 members; $15 non
Always a smash hit, come support local vendors, enjoy a tasting flight and appetizers and participate in an awesome raffle! $20 for members, $22 non... including tax... your ticket includes appetizers, a tasting flight and one raffle ticket. Additional raffle tickets can be purchase for $1. RSVP required!
