he Bunnell Family Cellar specializes in small handmade lots of wine from Rhône Valley grape varieties including Syrah, Mourvedre, Grenache, Cinsault and Viognier. Our “vins de l’endroit” (wines of a place) showcase exceptional vineyards in the Columbia Valley. “Vins de l’esprit” (wines of the creative spirit) are unique examples of the art of blending. Please visit our Wines page to peruse our selection of vineyard designated Syrahs, Mourvedre, and Viognier, as well as our Rhône style blends and recently released Grenache. There you will find descriptions, tasting notes, and other information about our wines.
Our wines have been celebrated in a number of esteemed publications, including Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, Wine Press Northwest, and Northwest Palate. We welcome you to browse our Acclaim section, read these outstanding reviews, and learn more about our achievements in winemaking.
Grower Profiles
We have developed personal relationships with premier growers like Dick Boushey, Butch and Jerry Milbrandt, Rob Andrews, Mike Andrews, Tedd Wildman, Paul Champoux and Milo May. Visit our Winery page to learn more about the growers and vineyards that supply the Bunnell Family Cellar.
Wine O'clock is open for business
Our new wine bar, Wine O'clock, is open for business at 548 Cabernet Court in Prosser's Vintner's Village. Wine O'clock features wines from Bunnell Family Cellar and RiverAerie by the glass and by the bottle to accompany gourmet pizzas and other creations by Susan Bunnell. Hours of operation are Friday and Saturday, noon to7pm, Sunday and Monday, noon to 5pm. Please call us at 509-786-2197 for further information or for reservations for groups over six. www.wineoclockwinebar.com.
Tastings By Appointment
Tastings by appointment at our family winery have been temporaily suspended because all of our time and energy is going into the operation of Wine O'Clock. Please join us for tasting here at Wine O'clock. If you are a "Friend of the Winery" member or would like to arrange a special tasting for your party, please call us in advance at 509-786-2197.
Upcoming Events
Wed. June 24, 6:00 PM Wine Dinner with Miranda Porterfield at Sazon in Ellensburg, WA. www.sazonellensburg.com
Sun. June 28, 5:30 PM Olympic Peninsula Enological Society dinner with Ron Bunnell at Adlerwood Bistro in Sequim, WA. www.alderwoodbistro.com
Mon. June 29 Winemaker Dinner with Ron Bunnell at the Waterfront Seafood Grill, Pier 70, Seattle, WA www.waterfrontpier70.com
Sat. July 18 Central Washington University Alumni Wine Tour meets at Wine O'clock
Sat. July 18 Winemaker Dinner with Ron Bunnell at Portals Restaurant, Suncadia Lodge, Cle Elum, WA www.suncadia.com
