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Signature Wines and Wineries of Washington
After struggling to find a home for their winery over several
years—the pair were involved in Hollywood-worthy challenges
to land rights for a time—Stacie and Russ opened Hamilton
Cellars' first tasting room in 2011. Then in September 2014,
the Hamiltons were finally able to realize their dream of own-
ing a vineyard on Red Mountain. Today, they live and work on
Red Mountain, where their Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired tast-
ing room welcomes guests eager to learn about Washington
wine. With over 10 acres of Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit
Verdot, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot varietals planted at the
Hamiltons' winery Bel Tramanto, which translates to "beau-
tiful sunset," the vineyard consistently produces captivat-
ing, award-winning wines that reflect the spirit of the region.
Guests love the annual events at the winery, including Porks
& Corks blending contest for wine club members in April, and
Cheeseburgers in Paradise in August. Premier landscaping
and the spectacular view of Red Mountain make the winery
and tasting room perfect for weddings and outdoor celebra
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tions.
TOP: Another beautiful sunset at Hamilton Cellars frames Rattlesnake Mountain,
the highest treeless mountain in the United States.
BELOW: Millie, a restored 1946 Chevy truck, our mascot, receives a great deal
of attention at the front of the Hamilton Cellars winery.
Photograph by Stacie Hamilton
