About Us

Washington State is the second largest producer of wine in the nation, contributing more than $3 billion to the state economy and employing more than 14,000 people. The Washington Wine Commission is responsible for the promotion and development of the Washington wine industry, representing more than 500 wineries, 350 wine grape growers and 31,000 vineyard acres. For more information about Washington wines, touring and tasting opportunities continue to explore our web site.

Rick Small, Chairman, Woodward Canyon

John Bookwalter, Vice-Chairman, J. Bookwalter

Peter Dow, Treasurer, Cavatappi Winery

Ted Baseler, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates

Dick Boushey, Boushey Vineyards

Glenn Coogan, Icon Estates

Trisha Gelles, Klipsun Vineyard

Jeff Gordon, Gordon Brothers Family Vineyards

Eric Hurlburt, Department of Agriculture

Mark Levine, Young's Market Company of Washington

Peggy Patterson, Hoodsport Winery

Jay Soloff, DeLille Cellars

Kent Waliser, Sagemoor Farms