An intimate, one-hour guided tasting in Redmond Town Center that showcases handcrafted Washington wines. Perfect for newcomers and enthusiasts who want a focused, educational tasting of five small-lot pours.
An intimate, one-hour guided tasting in Redmond Town Center that showcases handcrafted Washington wines. Perfect for newcomers and enthusiasts who want a focused, educational tasting of five small-lot pours.
You step into the center courtyard of Redmond Town Center and the tasting room door opens to the warm, focused world of Samā Cellars: low lights, a row of bottles, and a winemaker ready to talk about soil and yeast as if they're characters in a story. Glasses are set, a five-sample flight arranged, and the city bustle softens behind the courtyard’s railings.
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Operated by Sama Cellars · Redmond, Washington
You step into the center courtyard of Redmond Town Center and the tasting room door opens to the warm, focused world of Samā Cellars: low lights, a row of bottles, and a winemaker ready to talk about soil and yeast as if they're characters in a story. Glasses are set, a five-sample flight arranged, and the city bustle softens behind the courtyard’s railings.
Washington State’s wine scene grew up on diversity — gravelly Yakima benches, cooler Skagit slopes, and newer boutique projects that concentrate on small-lot expression. Samā channels that regional variety into approachable, handcrafted bottles; the tasting neatly highlights barrel influence, fruit sourcing, and blending choices central to modern Pacific Northwest vintners.
Beyond the tasting counter, Redmond blends suburban life with quick access to the Sammamish River Trail and Marymoor Park, making a short wine stop easy to pair with an afternoon stroll. The tasting room’s outdoor seating is a practical place to compare notes and watch clouds push across the Cascades on a clear day.
Practical guidance: the guided flight runs about 60 minutes and covers five 1.25-oz pours — arrive with an ID (21+), plan for light walking nearby, and use public transit or nearby parking. If you’re tasting and driving afterward, split orders or bring a designated driver. Book ahead on weekends; cancellations are refundable up to 24 hours. Expect an intimate, educational hour that’s more about craft and conversation than spectacle.
easy.
1 hour.
Suitable for all fitness levels; primarily seated tasting with short walks to nearby shops or trails.
The guided tasting lasts about 60 minutes and includes a flight of five 1.25-oz pours.
Yes—Samā Cellars’ Redmond Town Center location and courtyard are wheelchair accessible.
Yes—bottles from the tasting are typically available for purchase; small-lot releases may have limited quantities.
For a full refund cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled tasting; within 24 hours there is no refund.
Washington’s modern wine industry expanded rapidly in the late 20th century; urban tasting rooms like Samā reflect a trend toward small-lot, terroir-driven labels paired with city access.
Many Washington producers emphasize sustainable vineyard practices and local sourcing; minimizing packaging and buying local bottles reduces shipping emissions and supports regional growers.
Sama Cellars operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




You step into the center courtyard of Redmond Town Center and the tasting room door opens to the warm, focused world of Samā Cellars: low lights, a row of bottles, and a winemaker ready to talk about soil and yeast as if they're characters in a story. Glasses are set, a five-sample flight arranged, and the city bustle softens behind the courtyard’s railings.
You step into the center courtyard of Redmond Town Center and the tasting room door opens to the warm, focused world of Samā Cellars: low lights, a row of bottles, and a winemaker ready to talk about soil and yeast as if they're characters in a story. Glasses are set, a five-sample flight arranged, and the city bustle softens behind the courtyard’s railings.
Washington State’s wine scene grew up on diversity — gravelly Yakima benches, cooler Skagit slopes, and newer boutique projects that concentrate on small-lot expression. Samā channels that regional variety into approachable, handcrafted bottles; the tasting neatly highlights barrel influence, fruit sourcing, and blending choices central to modern Pacific Northwest vintners.
Beyond the tasting counter, Redmond blends suburban life with quick access to the Sammamish River Trail and Marymoor Park, making a short wine stop easy to pair with an afternoon stroll. The tasting room’s outdoor seating is a practical place to compare notes and watch clouds push across the Cascades on a clear day.
Practical guidance: the guided flight runs about 60 minutes and covers five 1.25-oz pours — arrive with an ID (21+), plan for light walking nearby, and use public transit or nearby parking. If you’re tasting and driving afterward, split orders or bring a designated driver. Book ahead on weekends; cancellations are refundable up to 24 hours. Expect an intimate, educational hour that’s more about craft and conversation than spectacle.