Dunham Cellars

Airport • Walla Walla Valley

Dunham Cellars

Airport • Walla Walla Valley

★ 4.7 (109) Google Open Now Walk-ins Welcome
Tasting Fee: $20.00 (Refundable with a $50 wine purchase.)
★ 4.7 (109) Google Open Now Walk-ins Welcome
POURPLAN RATING
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7.5/10
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Dunham Cellars offers a unique tasting experience in a remodeled World War II-era hangar, combining industrial-rustic charm with bold red wines like Syrah and Merlot. The winery is family-owned and hosts events with food pairings, making it a welcoming spot for families and groups. Visitors can enjoy tastings in the outdoor courtyard and book private experiences for a more curated visit. Located off the beaten path near Walla Walla, this hidden gem provides tours and a wine club with member benefits.

Wines at a Glance

Red dominant
Red Wines
Cabernet Sauvignon (2) Merlot (1) Petit Verdot (1) Red Blend (2) Sangiovese (1) Syrah (2)
White Wines
Chardonnay (1) Sauvignon Blanc (1)

Pricing Overview

Reds dominate with strong mid-range and premium selections; limited mid-range whites available.

What Makes This Place Special

Bold Reds
Their lineup prominently includes Syrah, Merlot, and red blends, which points to a strong red-wine focus.
Estate-Grown
The winery focuses on its own label and cellar experience, but I did not find clear evidence that the tasting room is centered on estate-grown fruit, so this tag is not clearly supported.
Events / Weddings
The winery regularly hosts events, including release weekends and holiday barrel tasting events.
Family Friendly
Their events include family-friendly fun, and the setting is presented as welcoming for mixed-age gatherings.
Family-Owned
The site says the winery is family owned and operated for over 30 years.
Food Available
Events feature food trucks and chef-prepared bites, and the tasting experience has been promoted with food pairings like pasta wheel offerings.
Good for Groups
Reservations can accommodate parties of 1 to 8, and the winery notes that large groups can be accommodated with advance notice.
Hidden Gem
It’s often described as a welcoming, off-the-beaten-path stop near Walla Walla rather than a mainstream tourist tasting room.
Historic Location
Tastings take place in a remodeled World War II-era hangar, which clearly supports this tag.
Outdoor Seating
Tastings can be served in the outdoor courtyard.
Private Tastings
They offer an “Experience” that must be booked by phone or email, which suggests a more curated private tasting option.
Rustic Setting
The tasting experience takes place in a remodeled World War II-era hangar, giving it a distinctly industrial-rustic feel.
Scenic Views
Tastings are offered in the outdoor courtyard, which gives guests an open-air winery setting.
Tours Offered
The listing specifically mentions “Tasting Room & Tours.”
Wine Club
There is an active wine club with member benefits such as complimentary tastings.
POURPLAN RATING
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7.5/10
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Tasting Fee
$20.00
Refundable with a $50 wine purchase.

Location

150 E Boeing Ave
Walla Walla, WA 99362
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Hours

Mon to Sun: 11am to 4pm

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