We had an absolutely wonderful experience at Long Shadows Vintners and it ended up being one of the…read morehighlights of our Walla Walla wine weekend. The wines were exceptional -- high quality, beautifully balanced, and honestly some of our favorite pours of the trip. We enjoyed pretty much everything we tasted. The tasting pours were also thoughtful and appropriately sized, allowing us to really experience and appreciate each wine instead of feeling rushed through tiny samples. Their Syrah was especially outstanding and ended up being one of our favorite wines of the entire weekend -- we brought a couple bottles home with us. Their blends also really impressed us. Some included smaller amounts of Bordeaux varietals blended with Merlot and other grapes, and the balance was incredibly well done. Nothing felt overpowering; you could still distinguish the character of the different wines while everything worked together beautifully. What really made the experience stand out, though, was the sommelier. He took his time with us, explained the wines incredibly well, and made us feel genuinely welcomed and cared for instead of rushed through a tasting. You could tell he truly loved the wines and wanted guests to enjoy and understand them. That level of hospitality makes such a difference. The winery itself was also stunning once inside. The exterior is fairly understated, but upstairs the space opens up into a beautiful tasting room with incredible Chihuly glass artwork throughout. It made the whole experience feel elegant, unique, and memorable without being pretentious. We booked the first tasting of the morning and it ended up being perfect -- relaxed, quiet, and personal. We will absolutely be coming back next time we're in Walla Walla. Highly recommend.

If there were ever a masterclass on being a top-notch sommelier with exceptional customer service…read moreand storytelling skills, Eric would be winning awards. I arrived slightly early in the day when the place was still empty -- expected for a weekday -- and was warmly greeted by him. He asked where we'd like to sit and promptly began the tasting. It was an absolute delight. In the short time I spent there, I learned more about wine than I have in my entire life. Eric was incredibly knowledgeable and thoughtful in how he explained everything -- it all just clicked. My husband did a white flight, and I did a red, and together we were able to sample a generous range from their collection. We left with a bottle of Poet's Leap, which we're excited to open soon. The vineyard itself is beautifully set, and while it's a bit of a drive, it's more than worth it. The interiors feature stunning glasswork and have a chic, modern feel -- including the facilities . Long Shadows is now firmly on my list of must-visits and will be at the top of my recommendations for anyone heading to Walla Walla.