Purple Star Winery
Yakima Valley·Yakima Valley and Red Mountain·Benton City, WA
Ava Summary
AI generatedPurple Star Winery is a Washington State winery founded in 2008 by Kyle and Amy Johnson. The winemaking philosophy emphasizes accessibility, approachability, and affordability, with the goal of bringing people together through wine. With over a decade of experience in viticulture and winemaking, Purple Star sources grapes from top Washington State appellations such as Wahluke Slope, Yakima Valley, and Red Mountain. Their wines are crafted using traditional techniques, including hand-picking at optimal flavor profile and cooler-temperature fermentation to preserve varietal character and soften tannins. The winery is known for its Cabernet Sauvignon, which received a 90-point rating from Wine Spectator in 2015. Purple Star was also named one of the top 10 wineries to watch in Washington State by Wine Spectator. The Johnsons are committed to giving back to their community, donating 15% of proceeds to Seattle Children's Hospital to support uncompensated care for families affected by critical medical expenses. Visitors can explore the virtual tour and learn more about the winery's story and philosophy.
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Inside Yakima Valley
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