Benson Vineyards

Benson Vineyards Estate Winery is a Mediterranean-inspired winery on the north shore of Lake Chelan, set on a warm, south facing slope with views over the lake. Every wine is made from grapes grown on the property in the Lake Chelan AVA, and the winery handles growing, fermentation, bottling and sales itself.

The vineyard produces a wide range of wines, including Chardonnay, Viognier, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer, Syrah, Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Nebbiolo and a Port. The 5,000 case production facility sits next to the tasting and retail room, so fruit goes from vineyard to fermentation quickly without trucking, and the fruit is sustainably grown.

Guests can enjoy a personalized tasting and build their own flight by choosing five wines, with the tasting fee waived with a bottle purchase. The setting is quiet and relaxing, from the first morning sun to the evening sunset.