Drink Washington State was formed in 2014 to bring wines representing different AVAs in Washington State, focusing on blends within those regions. The wines are ready to drink upon release and…
Drink Washington State focuses on Carmenere, Viognier, Rhone Varietals. Signature bottles include Best Carmenere in Pacific Northwest (2022), Best Viognier in Pacific Northwest (2020), Double Gold & 94 Points Carmenere (2021). When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Drink Washington State is in Milton-Freewater, OR, in the Walla Walla Valley wine region. Phone: (509) 240-6258. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Drink Washington State was established in 2014, giving the estate 12 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
The winemaking at Drink Washington State is led by Brad Binko. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Drink Washington State offers: Private Wine Tasting Events. Seated or guided experiences typically include more context about the wines and the estate's approach. Worth booking if you want depth over breadth.
Monday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Thursday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Friday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
Yes, Drink Washington State has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent. Call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.
Each person can select the tasting they wish. Set tastings are $15 each, waived with $30 purchase. Tastings consist of 5 different wines. If you find wines you'd like to take home, a purchase can offset the cost of the visit.
Washington Wines Next Generation (Seattle Times 2016), 1 of 5 Washington wineries to watch (SIP Northwest 2017), Best Carmenere in Pacific Northwest (2022), Best Viognier in Pacific Northwest (2020), Double Gold & 94 Points Carmenere (2021), 1 of Fantastic Four wineries honored by Seattle Wine Awards (2025), Brad Binko won Best Winemaker Award from Washington State Wine Awards (2025)
