Founded in 2015 by Peter Quinn and his family, Port Townsend Vineyards aims to create exceptional wines that reflect the region’s distinct character and quickly became one of the best Washington wineries on the Olympic Peninsula. Located in the scenic town of Port Townsend, the tasting room focuses on sustainable practices and fostering a deep connection with the local community. The winemakers are dedicated to small-batch wine production.
Port Townsend Vineyards has three locations. The vineyard on Portuguese Hill is the most rustic experience among the vines, while the winery located just as you drive into Port Townsend offers an upscale, welcoming environment where visitors can enjoy tastings, tours, and special events. The Vintage Wine Bar & Plaza is located in the historic C.F. Clapp Building for an intimate tasting. You’ll have a memorable experience at any of the locations while learning about the winemaking process.
There’s a fantastic selection of Washington wineries on the Olympic Peninsula. One of the best ways to explore this beautiful area is by staying at our waterfront cabins in Sequim. You’ll be in a central location, between Port Angeles and Port Townsend, just a scenic drive away from the best wineries. Our charming cabins offer the perfect private retreat, ideal for couples or small families, and fully equipped for weekend getaways or extended vacations.
Overlooking the Strait of Juan de Fuca, you’ll wake to some of the most brilliant sunrises and wildlife viewing. Book our Sequim lodging property today!
Wine Tasting at Port Townsend Vineyard & More Washington Wineries
While cities like Walla Walla and Yakima are renowned as “Washington Wine Country,” many wineries on the Olympic Peninsula also produce excellent wines using fruit from vineyards east of the Cascades. This ensures that visitors can enjoy robust reds and crisp, dry whites crafted by winemakers residing on the western side of the mountain range. However, Port Townsend Vineyards stands out by cultivating grapes in the Puget Sound AVA, offering a unique local touch to their wine selection.
Here are the best Washington wineries on the Olympic Peninsula:
- Port Townsend Vineyards: While Port Townsend Vineyards sources grapes from the Columbia River AVA, the owner planted an organic vineyard in 2015. The impressive, modern wine production facility at the winery has beautiful views and a lovely tasting room. Don’t miss the downtown Port Townsend location, Vintage Wine Bar & Plaza, for small plates and wine flights.
- FairWinds Winery: Using some of the best growers in the Yakima Valley, this winery produces affordable meads, Gewurztraminer, Cabernets, Merlot, and ports. Their red wines are bottled without filtrations and use a minimum amount of sulfites in the reds and whites.
- Eaglemount Winery & Cidery: This winery has a charming tasting room on 12 acres of farm and woodlands. While you’ll find some tasty ciders and meads, they are also known for their Bordeaux, Cabernet, and Syrah, which use grapes from eastern Washington.
- Wind Rose Cellars: Here, they specialize in Italian varietals such as Dolcetto, Barbera, Primitivo, Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, and more. All wines are created with exemplary grapes from vineyards in the Red Mountain AVA, Wahluke Slope, and Yakima Valley. This quaint tasting room and kitchen are located right in the heart of Sequim, just a few minutes from our waterfront cottages.
- Olympic Cellars Winery: Located in the foothills of the Olympic Mountains, this is one of the oldest Washington wineries—the 15th oldest, in fact. This boutique winery crafts small-batch lots using grapes from prestigious vineyards in eastern Washington. The tasting room is in a heritage barn, a beautiful setting for relaxing and sipping wine with friends and family.
- Harbinger Winery: This Washington winery’s mission is to make incredibly drinkable wine, and it has succeeded. The Dynamo Red has won a platinum award in past years, and the 2012 Malbec has won double platinum awards. They select their grapes from vineyards in Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley, Frenchman Hills, and Prosser for a lineup of crowd-pleasing blends.
The Best Waterfront Cabins in Sequim for Your Lodging
Our Sequim lodging properties offer an excellent waterfront location with stunning views of Dungeness Bay, the Dungeness Spit, and the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Tucked in the lesser-known Olympic Peninsula town known as Sunny Sequim, there’s less rainfall in this region; due to our location in the rainshadow of the Olympic Mountains, our cottages provide the ultimate Northwest setting,
We have six well-appointed cabin units, each offering full kitchens or kitchenettes, cozy amenities, and private beach access. Some cottages can accommodate up to four people, making them suitable for couples and small families. Our cabins are designed to offer comfort and convenience for a relaxing stay and a great place to call your home away from home as you explore all the nearby adventures.
Guests at Dungeness Bay Cottages can enjoy added amenities such as hot tubs, barbecues, and high-speed wireless internet access. The prime location on a bluff allows for spectacular sunsets and panoramic views you won’t find anywhere else. Whether lounging by the water or exploring the surrounding area, visitors will find plenty of opportunities to unwind and enjoy the natural beauty of Sequim. Book your lodging today!
