Brian's Thoughts · September 28, 2026
Harvest update September 28th, 2026
With harvest already over 60% complete, Brian shares an update on the fruit, the cellar crew, and Vintage 2026.
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Brian Carter Cellars · Woodinville & Vancouver, WA
Built on the art of the blend.
Since 1980, winemaker Brian Carter has pursued one idea in every bottle: balance. European-style blends made to taste good on release and to reward the cellar.
Recognition
A trophy case, vintage after vintage.
Brian Carter Cellars has been named one of Washington's most decorated wineries by the press and by the industry.
2025
Heritage Award in Washington Wine
Washington State Wine Awards
2023
Pacific NW Winery of the Year
Great Northwest Wine
2023
Top Wineries List
Seattle Times Best in the Pacific Northwest
2020
Grand Vin Award
Washington Winegrowers Association
2018
Winery of Distinction
Northwest Wine Summit
2015
Winery of the Year
Wine Press Northwest
- Featured in Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, Wine Enthusiast, and Vinous (Jeb Dunnuck, Owen Bargreen)
- Twice named Winemaker of the Year by Washington Magazine
- Three-time Grand Prize, Pacific NW Enological Society
- Honored Vintner, 2007 Auction of Washington Wines
Also Poured in Seattle
Brian Carter Cellars wines are poured at The Tasting Room, Wines of Washington, a shared tasting room at 1924 Post Alley in Pike Place Market, downtown Seattle. It is a partner venue, not one of our tasting rooms.
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