PourPlan Rating Breakdown for Gard Estate Wines - Warehouse District in Woodinville

Overall PourPlan Rating: 7.1/10

Review Type: Manual Review (In-person visit)

7-Dimension Score Breakdown:

Wine Value (20% of overall rating)

Score: 7.2/10 | Confidence: high

Analysis: The winery is regarded as offering exceptional value across its portfolio, with visitors consistently finding the quality higher than expected for the prices. Although individual wines and price points were not available for review, the overall reputation suggests a strong quality-to-price proposition.

Tasting Fee (20% of overall rating)

Score: 5.0/10 | Confidence: high

Analysis: The $25 tasting includes six pours across red, white, and mixed flights. The fee is refundable—or waived—with a $50 wine purchase.

Wine Quality (15% of overall rating)

Score: 7.9/10 | Confidence: high

Analysis: Tier 1 critics rate many of the winery’s wines highly, pointing to exceptional quality across the lineup. Visitors can expect several standout bottlings, polished structure, and consistently impressive craftsmanship from the winery’s range.

Hospitality (15% of overall rating)

Score: 9.0/10 | Confidence: high

Analysis: Visitors consistently praise the friendly, knowledgeable, and personable staff, noting attentive service that keeps tastings and visits running smoothly. Guests report feeling welcomed and valued, with many eager to return or join the wine club.

Vibe (15% of overall rating)

Score: 7.3/10 | Confidence: high

Analysis: The winery has a casual, cozy atmosphere with a fun, welcoming energy that makes it easy to settle in and enjoy a visit. Outdoor seating and live music add to the relaxed setting, while details about the interior are more limited.

Setting (10% of overall rating)

Score: 6.0/10 | Confidence: high

Analysis: Gard Estate Wines is located in an industrial strip surrounded by metal-roofed warehouse buildings, giving the property a functional rather than scenic setting. Wood accents, glass elements, planters, and outdoor seating at the entrance create a more inviting arrival, though the overall experience remains grounded in its industrial surroundings.

Parking (5% of overall rating)

Score: 8.0/10 | Confidence: high

Analysis: The shared parking lot offers approximately 30–40 visible spaces, which is ample for the size of the building. It sits directly beside the entrance for a short walk, with multiple access points and clear visibility from the road.

Methodology: PourPlan uses a weighted 7-dimension rating system to evaluate wineries. Learn more at https://pourplan.com/pourplan-rating-methodology/

Wine Portfolio at Gard Estate Wines - Warehouse District in Woodinville

Premium reds dominate, with whites firmly in the same upscale lane

Wine Types:

• Red wines: 59%
• White wines: 37%
• Rosé wines: 4%
• Sparkling wines available

Varietals Offered:

Red Wines:

• Cabernet Franc (3 wines)
• Cabernet Sauvignon (3 wines)
• Grenache (2 wines)
• Malbec (2 wines)
• Merlot (3 wines)
• Mourvèdre (1 wine)
• Pinot Noir (1 wine)
• Red Blend (4 wines)
• Syrah (6 wines)
• Tempranillo (2 wines)

Rosé Wines:

• Rosé (2 wines)

White Wines:

• Albariño (1 wine)
• Chardonnay (2 wines)
• Pinot Gris (1 wine)
• Riesling (1 wine)
• Roussanne (2 wines)
• Sauvignon Blanc (2 wines)
• Viognier (1 wine)
• White Blend (4 wines)
• White Other (3 wines)