Winery-hopping in Ridgefield WA.

Ridgefield, WA. (30 minutes from Portland) has beautiful wineries throughout and around the city. If you love wine, go winery-hopping!
On the weekend, head out to the various wineries in and around Ridgefield. Enjoy the natural beauty and bounty of the place in Washington. 

• Windy Hills Winery – 1346 S 38th Ct, Ridgefield, WA 98642
  3 miles from Downtown Ridgefield, about an 8-minute drive.
  Once known as the Windy Hills Christmas Tree Farm, they create a year-round setting for people to gather from near and far. Windy Hills’ bright, rustic tasting room is open Friday through Sunday and offers outdoor seating during the summer. Check out their Facebook page for events live music, yoga, art, and other events.
• Stavalaura Vineyards and Winery – 29503 NW 41st Ave, Ridgefield, WA 98642
  3 miles from Windy Hills Winery, about a 7-minute drive.
  The first Pinot Noir vines were planted in 2003 by the owner and winemaker, Joe Leadingham, and his daughter, Laura, for her high school horticulture project. The vines produced such delicious fruit that Joe was inspired to plant more vines on the family land. Joe named the winery after his three granddaughters, Stacy, Valerie, and Laura. The vineyard currently produces three wines: Pinot Noir, Zweigelt, and Golubok. The Tasting Room is open Saturdays and Sundays Noon-5PM.
• Gougér Cellars – 26506 NE 10th Ave, Ridgefield, WA 98642
  4 miles from Stavalaura, about a 9 minute drive.
  Gougér Cellars Winery serves exceptional wines & food in a firehouse with patio & rooftop seating. Tasting Room Hours vary, check their website for hours. Gougér offers a wide variety of red, a Sparkling Rose, and Chardonnay.
• Bethany Vineyard  Winery – 4115 NE 259th St, Ridgefield, WA 98642
  2 miles from Gougér Cellars, about a 3 minute drive.
  Take in the scenery and relax while you enjoy wines of distinct flavor and character. Beautiful Bethany Vineyards has a beautiful, laid back lakeside patio for enjoying your wine selections. The Tasting Room is open Friday and Saturday from 12-6, and Sunday 12-5. Check out their Facebook page for special events.
• Three Brothers Vineyard & Winery – 2411 NE 244th St, Ridgefield, WA 98642
  2 miles from Bethany Vineyard, about a 4 minute drive. 
  Every Saturday night is Trivia Night! There is no fee to join and you can play as teams or individuals, trivia begins promptly at 6pm. Three Brothers Vineyard & Winery doesn’t only offer their award-winning wine, they also have a delightful menu of food perfectly paired with their wines. Three Brothers also features Bingo Wednesdays, Name That Tune Thursdays, and a Summer Outdoor Concert Series. Check their Facebook page for more information.

Then, wrap up your night by grabbing a taco at Pacific Northwest Best Fish Co. (24415 NE 10th Ave. Ridgefield WA.) or going to see a show at the Old Liberty Theater, located at 115 N Main Ave. It is a historic landmark  that was built in 1946 by Red and Sue Hicks in memory of their son, Frank, who was killed in an accident during WWII. Now serving as a coffee shop and theater, they showcase artists from around the world! Check out their schedule here for shows.

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