Washington Wine Collaboration Series
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We believe the collaborative relationship between growers and vintners has become a trademark of our industry.
To showcase this relationship, once a year a local grower and a local vintner that have left a mark on the history of our state and represent the finest qualities of our industry are selected to collaborate on a one-of-a-kind barrel of wine that is not available anywhere else.
This is a legacy that we hope continues for many years. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind wine. Proceeds go to further the Foundation’s mission to bring industry partners together to build upon the legacy of those who have come before and craft a thriving future for our industry.
Collaboration Series Trio
The Collaboration Series Trio is your opportunity to enjoy one bottle each of Collaboration Series #5, #6, and #7. These limited-run wines, produced by local growers and vintners in collaboration with the Washington Wine Industry Foundation and our production partners, are not only delicious and unique, they’re also the perfect way to support the industry we call home.
Series #8
Beautiful 100% Grenache Noir, Clone 17 grapes grown by Vineyard Manager Marshall Edwards of Shaw Vineyard are brought to life in this one-of-a-kind wine by JM Cellars Winemaker John Bigelow. Only 20 cases are available for purchase. Pre-ordering also gets you 2 tickets to the invitation-only VIP Reception and Release Party in late 2026.
Series #7
Premiere grapes grown by Rosebud Vineyards then expertly blended by VaPiano has produced an exceptional wine of 90% Cab Sauv, 5% Cab Franc, 5% Merlot. Only 20 cases are available. Pre-ordering also gets you 2 tickets to the invitation only VIP Reception on Thursday, November 20, 2025. Collaboration Series #7 will be released at Party + Auction 2026 at Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick, WA on February 10, 2026.
Series #6
Collaboration Series Six Update: Champoux Vineyards presents an exquisite offering featuring 50-year-old Cabernet Sauvignon grapes harvested in 2022. This exceptional vintage is the key to the exceptional Collaboration Series Six wine crafted by winemaker Will Camarda at Andrew Will Winery on Vashon Island, and it’s ready to be enjoyed! Presale opened at Party + Auction 2024 and release will be celebrated in Walla Walla on November 13 for those who have pre-ordered their Series Six. Don’t miss the chance to savor this extraordinary creation.
Series #5
Washington Wine Collaboration Series Five features winegrapes grown by Todd Newhouse of Upland Vineyards.
Todd chose to collaborate with Rotie Cellars’ winemaker Sean Boyd.
GSM: 60% Mourvedre, 25% Syrah, 15% Grenache
Purchase information:
Only one barrel (25 cases) of this one-of-a-kind wine was produced.
Released Fall 2023
Series #4
Series Four Washington Wine Collaboration Series winegrapes were grown by Norm McKibben of Seven Hills Vineyard in Walla Walla. Norm chose to collaborate with L’Ecole No. 41’s winemaker Marty Clubb in Lowden on a 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine was designated from Seven Hills Vineyard block 9 for 100% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Series #3
Sold at our 2020 Party + Auction, Washington Wine Collaboration Series Three winegrapes were grown by Jim and Richard Holmes of Ciel Du Cheval Vineyard in Red Mountain. Jim and Richard chose to collaborate with Cadence Winery’s winemaker Ben Smith on a 2018 Cabernet Franc. The wine was designated from Ciel Du Cheval Vineyard for 100% Cabernet Franc Clone 214.
Only one barrel (25 cases) of this one-of-a-kind wine was produced. Supporters of the series celebrated the release of the fourth wine in the Collaboration Series in October 2021.
Series #2
Sold at our 2019 Party + Auction, Washington Wine Collaboration Series Two winegrapes were grown by Mike Sauer of Red Willow Vineyard. Mike chose to collaborate with Delille Cellars’ winemaker Jason Gorski on a 2017 Red Blend. The wine was designated from Red Willow Vineyard blocks planted in 1989 in the Yakima Valley for 54% Cabernet Franc, 33% Merlot, and 13% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Only one barrel (25 cases) of this one-of-a-kind wine was produced and it sold out. Supporters of the series celebrated the release of the second wine in the Collaboration Series at Red Willow Vineyard in the fall of 2019.
Series #1
Sold at our 2018 Party + Auction, Washington Wine Collaboration Series One winegrapes were grown by Kent Waliser of Dionysus Vineyard. Kent chose to collaborate with Sparkman Cellars’ winemaker Chris Sparkman on a 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine was designated from Dionysus Vineyard of Sagemoor Vineyards in the Columbia Valley AVA for 95-98% from Block 16A planted in 1973, and 3-5% of Petit Verdot.
Only one barrel (25 cases) of this one-of-a-kind wine was produced and it sold out. Supporters of the series celebrated the release of this inaugural Series wine in the Sagemoor, Bacchus and Dionysus Vineyard in the fall of 2018.
Special Thanks
Each year a committee comprised of Board and industry members selects an outstanding grower – one who is highly regarded not only for growing remarkable fruit but for their commitment and service to our industry. The grower selects a uniquely spectacular block from which enough fruit will be donated to craft just one barrel of wine. The grower works with a stellar vintner-partner of their choosing to craft just 25 cases of an exclusive, premium wine. The result of their collaboration is not only an exceptional wine but also extraordinary generosity—the gift of their combined passion and rigor for the good of our industry.
Interested in being considered for a future series collaboration? Contact info@washingtonwinefoundation.org