Patterson Cellars is known for irreproachable wines. The company produces more than a dozen options on a constantly rotating menu, keeping every visit interesting.

Supremely well-balanced reds and Bordeaux-style blends are highlights here, and the tasting room features rotating art by Northwest artists.

Award-winning winery William Church operates two tasting room locations in Woodinville: one open on weekends in the Warehouse district and another in the Hollywood district open daily. The wines are all solid, but the viognier is a standout.

Working with some of the most prestigious vineyards in Eastern and Central Washington, J. Bookwalter produces impressive reds and whites. The Woodinville tasting room is welcoming, with leather couches inside and a patio outside.

Small but mighty, Gorman Winery doesn't shy away from big reds, focusing on varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. The labels are as bold as the flavors, with names like Evil Twin, Big Sissy, and Bully. Friday nights bring live music to the tasting room.

This boutique winery sources its grapes from the Red Mountain AVA, highly respected for its bold flavors. Fidelitas offers tasting flights and wines by the glass for lingering.

As fifth-generation Washingtonians, the Schafer family knows its stuff. The wines here, made with Blue Mountain grapes, are critically acclaimed and pair well with food.

JM Cellars is a family-owned winery sourcing from a wide variety of Columbia Valley vineyards. The tasting room and surrounding garden are a great place to sip, too, especially on a sunny day.

Chateau Ste. Michelle is Washington State’s oldest winery and a great place to kick off a visit to Woodinville thanks to an excellent free tour that gives newbies a better understanding of the state's wine industry. Oh, and the summer concert series on the lawn is a must.