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Kestrel Vintners - Leavenworth
Historic estate with century-old vineyards and scenic views
Best known for: Oldest Chardonnay, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon
Kestrel Vintners was founded by John J. Walker in 1995 and is a well-known winery in Washington's Yakima Valley. It is located at the Kestrel View Estate.
The winery is famous for some of the oldest Chardonnay, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon wines in the state, with plantings dating back to 1972.
Kestrel Vintners uses a mix of old-world methods and new-world techniques to make wines that showcase the unique terroir of the region.
Starting as a small operation producing about 3,000 cases, the winery has grown to produce around 35,000 cases a year. Its offerings include the Artist Series, Falcon Series, and Reserve Wines.
Today, Kestrel Vintners continues to operate successfully under the leadership of John's daughter, Cindy Crowley, and a dedicated team, maintaining its legacy of quality wines.
Tasting Hours
Sun-Thurs 11:00-5:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-8:00
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