Spencer's wines reign. These are the best tasting wines in town and they are under priced -shhhhhhhh. These good wines come with great service and a fun atmosphere. A "no duh" visit when coming to walla walla. read more

El Corazon Winery - Big and delicious - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Walla Walla, Washington

The wine here is amazing and unique, presented in a stimulating tasting room, the "Unofficial Nightclub of Walla Walla". The vibe here is saucy and spicy... just like the wine! Adult coloring books and risqué videos vie for your attention during a tasting, but it comes across in a sex-positive way, and doesn't feel creepy. The wines feature Petit Verdot and Cab Franc, expertly vinted by Spencer Sievers. If you're feeling timid or shy about the atmosphere, just ask to sit at the table in front. The friendly staff will be happy to serve you there! read more

The wine here is phenomenal and it is not cheap. We love Tiger's Blood and Swordfight -- but they are so good that I think they sell out fast. Spencer makes really great wine! He is warm and welcoming to all! He has a big giant open heart and the whole town knows him. The vibe is definitely different, but very fun! You are allowed to laugh loudly here. It's unpretentious and casual. When we pulled up on our bikes, Spencer's adorable GF Yadi, came out to help us lock them up and put them in the shade. The go above and beyond to make you feel welcome. We absolutely loved our time here! read more

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Quick review here. We did a tasting here and while we didn't stay long, it was a good experience. Friendly and the wine was delicious.

I go here every time I visit Walla Walla. The wine maker/owner is great. He is very friendly and quite the host. Ifykyk. Lol read more

El Corazon Winery - El Corazon - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Walla Walla, Washington

El Corazon Winery has a different vibe than the other wineries and tasting rooms in Walla Walla - and that's what I like about El Corazon. It really has that Capitol Hill Seattle dive bar scene to it, which is something you will not find around these parts. We visited El Corazon as it was recommended by a local. When we visited it was half an hour before closing, so the employee told us that we could only get a bottle or glass AKA no tastings, which was totally fine with us. The four of us shared a bottle of the Pistolero, which was a red blend. The wine was solid. It was a drinkable red wine, with fruit forward notes and somewhat silky, from the malbec, merlot and cab sauv mix. It wasn't the best wine we had while in town, but it was good. And again, what I like about El Corazon is that it's incredibly chill, laidback and one of those places that don't allow snobs or name-droppers here, which I'm 100% cool with. With that said, if you're in downtown Walla Walla and in search of a spot that's not at all pretentious like some spots around town, then this is it. read more

El Corazon Winery - Pistolero - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Walla Walla, Washington

We hadn't planned to visit this tasting room, but, in search of another carmenere, we were told to check out El Corazon. A somm at another tasting room told us it would be a very "irreverent" tasting room and a lot of fun. It was already late in the day, but El Corazon was happy to squeeze us in. Once we arrived, they were wonderful. They gave us snacks, they poured VERY strong, and they made us feel at home. But now for the bad. For one thing, I'd like the atmosphere more if it was just the kitschy decorations and not the multimedia. For our whole visit, 80s music was blaring pretty loudly. Not like a club, but still a lot louder than I want for a tasting. They were also projecting a Gonzaga game on the wall, which just made it feel more like a sports bar than a tasting. Ultimately, the main problem is the wine. There wasn't a single bottle I wanted to buy. The carmenere we'd been sent to try? Poor. Not even in the same world as the Seven Hills carmenere we'd bought earlier. One of the off-menu wines we tasted at El Corazon was a $100 bottle. What? It tasted like a $25-30 bottle to me. We did buy a single bottle to waive the tasting, but I'm not excited to drink it. read more

Warning: porn videos are played on the main wall of the tasting room... Porn isn't my thing and what I saw at the tasting room on the night we visited (short splices of one straight, one lesbian porn) gave me nightmares the night we'd visited this tasting room. Honestly, I tried not to look over but it was like a car wreck. I was also confused about some scenes and trying to figure out what was going on (I learned you don't actually need a plot in porn). Guess I gotta get out more. Past the porn, the staff (esp the gal from Portland) was really great and a lot friendlier and more fun than any of the other pourers we'd experienced that weekend. I found a ton of randomly weird things to hold my attention (tear it away from the wall-o-porn), and being that I am the poster child for "Squirrel!" or "Look! Something shiny!" that's saying a lot. The artwork throughout was very controversial, but I dug it. Like the Luche Libre mask, which I just had to put on and pose in while holding a taxidermied badger. There was also a painting of a woman in a burka next to a naked woman (culture differences I suppose). Weird, but very interesting. We tasted the 2016 V-Neck Viognier (white), 2014 With Love Syrah, 2014 ViniVidiVici (Mourvedre, Cinsault & Syrah) and the 2015 Swordfight, El Corazon (a Syrah/Mourverde blend). Unfortunately, I found their wines to be a bit thick. My friend, who is more knowledgeable about wines referred to them as "gummy". At the end of the night, this being our last stop, I refrained from the remaining heavy pours, because I could foresee these wines giving me a bit of a hangover. In the end, they did not. For me, this is a place you go once, for shock value. Unlike the other wineries, there is a lot more going on here than just the wine, so if you like the Portland Hawthorne scene or strip clubs and porn, this would be your normal scene. read more

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As others have stated, this winery is not for everyone. If you're looking for a "traditional" tasting, this isn't it. The tasting room area is definitely geared to adults. If you're looking for white wine, they only had reds available. But, if you want to have some informal fun with really great people and just relax, well, don't skip El Corazon. We walked down from a local brewery where we had lunch and sat at the bar inside. Aliya greeted us and served us some snacks and water, then walked us through four red wines to taste. We enjoyed the wines and had a bottle while there. Spencer came in and introduced himself to us and sat down to chat. What a fun experience: great conversation, laughs, and an all-around relaxing and just fun time. We took two bottles home and left with new friends and great memories of our day in Walla Walla! read more

This is all about the experience and nothing about the wine. It is a shady place to be honest but has a lot of character. The front of the winery looks reasonable but then there is a felt curtain covering the back where the actual bar is. Makes it feel like you are walking into a peep show. You get large pours if you like the wine so that's positive. And the server was very nice and friendly (one of the saving graces). This "winery" is about the shock value and trying to be different in a sea of wineries. If you like Naked Winery this is the place for you. It's a slightly more scandalous version. They have soft core porn on the wall playing all the time. We came for memories and left with plenty plus a free show. It is the dive bar of wineries in Walla Walla. It's the finger to the wine man! read more

El Corazon Winery - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Walla Walla, Washington

In Walla Walla for the weekend, has previously read reviews but didn't think about stopping here. We ended up here on accident on the way to another place. Yes it's risqué..there's adult themed pictures, coloring books and movies on the wall (anything you can find on Netflix). Great place, the tasting room manager was incredibly personable. Wine was decent, music playing. Quirky, cool place. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because it was so cold however red wine warms you up! We will be back. read more

El Corazon Winery - a bottle of wine on a counter - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Walla Walla, Washington

Came for a good time not a long time. We were told to come for Spencer but ended up watching some soft core porn being projected on the wall. Can't say I was expecting to end out wine tasting experience at this joint but also can't say I'm disappointed. Wine is alright, not great but not bad. Vibe is cool. read more

El Corazon Winery - Garage spot - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Walla Walla, Washington

This place was recommended to us. J'me's coworker had been to it prior and told us that we had to go here! So after brunch, we went looking for El Corazon. Walking into the place, you already know it's not your typical wine tasting room. I would dub it more on the eccentric end. I like eccentric. There were people at the counter, so we opted to have our tasting sitting on the couch near the front entrance. The guy manning the bar would pay us a visit frequently enough. I am not the biggest on drinking wines, but my friend J'me really enjoyed it and bought a $50 bottle. They served us goldfish to clean our pallets. No white wines on the tasting menu, but when my other gf asked if they had any whites, he let us try an unmarked bottle he had in the back. It turned out to be pretty good! I really enjoyed the decor of the place. The taxidermy squirrel with the sombrero and the stuffed elephant were my fave. The baby pictures on the wall might have been a little too out there for me lol. But definitely check this place out for a different experience, I will have to come back! read more

El Corazon Winery - two red chairs in front of a garage - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Walla Walla, Washington

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Wait, I can't give it 6 stars? On a recent visit to Walla Walla for wine tasting, my wife and I agreed this was our favorite stop. Aliya was the perfect hostess, pouring us through the lineup while showing us some of the eccentricities of the tasting room. Oh by the way the wines are very good as well. Make sure you try the Swordfight, one of the best reds in town! read more

Have been here a couple times now. The wine and the atmosphere/company is unparalleled. A must stop if you're in Walla Walla.

AKA Hotel California. How great is this place? I'll tell you, what are ridiculously unique experience, we had snacks, EDM music, and pulp fiction in the background. What the hell. Tasting room reinvented. Sally was a true guide. Knows her wines, and keeps you entertained. I enjoy the limited hours, cause you get a full house and it adds to the vibe. If you're a stick in the mud don't come here you'll hate it. If you're young, fun, and ready to let it all hang out, then stop by. It's an unexpected way truly wine. read more

El Corazon Winery - We drink wine, we play dice, what more could you ask for? Oh yeah great music, and a huge tv. - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Walla Walla, Washington

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This winery experience was amazing. The service and atmosphere are 10/10. They give you heavy pours and it's very reasonably priced. The wines are all bold and very flavorful. The staff are very down to earth and friendly. Best winery experience i've had in a while. Highly recommend. read more

WARNING: PORN PLAYED ON THE GIANT WALL. RUDE STAFF. Quite possibly the mission of the winery, however, executed poorly. Not cute-cheeky funky Portlandia they are going for. Just poor taste executed lowly. We came in to taste with a group of 12 people in our early 30s and not easily offended. After pouring began the movie started on the wall, very porn. We noticed there was a table across the room with a small child with them. When the bar staff was asked to please change the video we were responded to with an annoyed, "what would YOU prefer?!" I replied "Umm - anything else". She turned the movie off and within a minute had turned on another. More porn. No thanks, we left. No clue how the wine was; won't be supporting that in the future. read more

Unique winery with a non-pretentious attitude. Welcoming and open. Wine was decent but I loved the goldfish with the tasting :p! Will be back! read more

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Fucking fantastic! Great wine. Sweet vibes. Kathy was working the tasting room on the occasion our duo visited. She was friendly and welcoming. We didn't get the pleasure of Spencer's company this visit but are hopeful to see him on our next. Hands down our favorite winery in Walla Walla! read more

Spencer and the folks at El Corazon are on to something. They make good wine. They are young and willing to think outside the box. The tasting room is in the middle of renovation but I'm not concerned about that. Make good wine and I'll drink it in an alley for all I care. the winery is small, hip, and very good. Tiger's Blood, Supernova, First Crush, Red Frog, and With Love are all wonderful wines. Next time your in Walla Walla try them out. You'll be pleased. And say hi to Spencer for me. read more

El Corazon Winery - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Walla Walla, Washington

This place seemed cool at first... dog in the tasting room with chew toy, funky ambience... served fishy crackers and water with first pour... things went south when the patron at the bar said, "where's the soft core porn?" The guy serving then fired up the projector, at which point we were OUT... Not the wine- tasting experience we were looking for. Gag. read more

Truly unique and fun place to taste and buy wines that are rich in flavor and style. The varietals vinted are slightly off the beaten path which makes for interesting flavors. Wines like Grenache, Cabernet franc, petit Verdot are delicious and not so easy to find. I stop in every time I visit Walla Walla. read more

El Corazon Winery - a mouse on a clock - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Walla Walla, Washington

We ignored some of the reviews posted here and checked out El Corazon --- and I'm glad we did. While I'm not big into porn, the videos played on the back wall of the winery are mostly of the kitschy 70s variety. They're harmless unless you're a) under 16; b) have a stick up your butt; and c) have no sense of humor. But now onto the more important things about this winery. The wine, especially the red wine, is excellent, very consistent, and the service is great. They only had one gal working there on the afternoon we stopped in -- but she worked her ass off -- obviously loves her job. We will be back!!!! read more

My GF and I spent four days in Walla Walla, three of which tasting wines. We must have hit 20 wineries over three days, given the close proximity with tasting rooms in downtown Walla Walla. Our last stop on day three was El Corazon. Actually, we had intended on hitting one other spot in town after but it didn't end that way. Right out of the gate Spencer started pouring and talking and laughing... his wines were awesome and we had the BEST time hanging with Spencer and the gang. So much so, the party didn't stop until the next day... Very upbeat tasting room. It's well worth the visit, you'll love the wines and you'll love the team. Raul is the man as well, loved hanging with these guys. Bring your laughs, walk with a case of wine and make some great friends. You won't regret it. Again, this was our favorite stop in Walla Walla. read more

Once again, one of my favorite tasting rooms in Walla Walla. Stopped in over Spring Release weekend and it was busy as hell but Garret remembered us from the prior year and gave us 5 star treatment. Not to mention their wines are the best around!! Thank you for a great afternoon!! #hereeveryyear read more

El Corazon Winery - a group of people posing for a picture - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Walla Walla, Washington

Great place! Totally relaxed vibe. Fantastic Viognier, dry and refreshing and not overly sweet. Great Syrah - pepper and plum on the nose with a smooth dry finish. Spencer(the wine maker) and Sally the (queen of the scene) make this stop completely worth the time. If you're in Walla Walla and your wine tasting don't miss this this. read more

El Corazon Winery - Vintage clothes and great wine! - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Walla Walla, Washington

If you are wanting a unique wine tasting experience look no further than El Corazon. We have come here for years and sent so many people their way. Always great tasting wine, fun atmosphere with rebellious hipster flair! read more

I was with a group of people tasting in Walla Walla for the weekend. We were told El Corazon was an interesting place to check out. I regret having wasted my time there. The wine is horrible. The decor is so offensive and ugly. Porno was playing on a projector screen. I think it's the wineries mission to be as obnoxious and in your face as much as possible. My friends and I didn't even finish our tasting, we left after 3 pours. read more

If you're looking for a snobby, upscale winery experience, this isn't the place for you. If you're looking for good wines served with a smile, inappropriate jokes and an totally tongue-in-cheek, devil-may-care attitude, this IS the place for you. Ask for Pepe, he'll take care of you. Actually Josué, he's awesome! Seriously. Go here. First time here, we'll be back! read more

If you're into wine as snobbery or affectation, this place probably isn't for you, unless you can see past that, to be able to truly appreciate one of the most gifted winemakers working in Washington State today. Don't let the laid-back vibe fool you - this is one of the better wineries in the Walla Walla area. The wines are a treat - the single varietals are left to speak in the best, most bold versions of themselves. The Carmenere, if you're lucky enough to get your hand on a bottle, is beyond special. I know people who've gotten into the best sorts of trouble after drinking this wine. Friends of mine have been known to hoard theirs in basement store-rooms, visiting their stash from time to time and rubbing their hands together like cartoon villains. The limited edition duct-tape varieties? Don't let that low-budget labeling fool you. As special as the Syrah is, the Viognier, the Cab Franc... the blends are diVINE. And if you're lucky enough to get a duct-tape bottle, only share it with your nearest and dearest. This isn't wine for the faint at heart, nor is it wine for just an "associate". This is wine to seal the closest of friendships. Spencer is a gifted wine-maker, but he's not a diva. If he's manning the tasting room, he'll drink right along with you, and give you generous pours. He's like the best of the 90's indie rock-stars, he knows how to earn and keep your loyalty. His fans are his friends and his friends are his fans. Pro-tip: he also gives good hugs. Drink in good health! read more

Suggested to us by a pourer at another local winery, we thoroughly enjoyed Spencer and his El Corazon wines! He's got a funky little tasting room, just off the beaten wine tasting path on the outskirts of downtown. El Corazon offers three reds, no tasting fee the weekend we were there and just kept pouring for us each time our glasses were empty. His wines are reasonably priced and delicious! We really felt like we were enjoying a few glasses with new friends, rather than just visiting a wine tasting room. Spencer makes wines for a couple other larger Walla Walla producers (including Reininger Winery) and has a family, on top of running El Corazon. Clearly, he loves what he does because otherwise I don't know how anyone could muster all that energy! He's followed a rather interesting path to get to the place he is now so ask him about his previous endeavors when you visit El Corazon. read more

Great spot in the town, completely unexpected atmosphere. It gave out a really good vibe. The wine was good, the service was even better. I will definitely go back if I ever find myself in Walla Walla again. read more

After seeing so many wineries striving for the exact same look/feel this place was a refreshing dose of character. Their wines were good but the free spirit and service of this place is where it really stands out. Lots of funny oddities to look at and a hilariously down to earth staff. They have the vibe of a locals craft beer spot but just do wine instead. read more

My review is specific to wine club customer service. The wine is fabulous. Have been a wine club member twice in the last 8 years and usually make it several years before the poor customer service makes me quit. I am sure if you are local there are no issue but out of state beware. Poor response or no response to any email or messages left. Wine club is billed but not shipped for months after billing takes place. Issues with delivery ignored. Makes me sad as I truly love this wine....just can't stand all the problems that go along with getting it. read more

Spencer at El Corazon was such an amazing wine owner! He was so generous with knowledge and beautiful wines. This will be a place we stop every time we go through Walla Walla. Very eclectic style and unique wines to please every palate. The highlight of our trip! Thanks Spencer so much for your hospitality. read more

Suuuuper FUN winery!!! Spencer and his team sure know how to give you a memorable experience. From the decor, and great wines. You can go in and relax, listen to some good music, and sip some delicious wine. We had our daughter with us too, so they made sure to make it fun for her as well. Out of all of the wineries we went to, this was the most fun and unpretentious. read more

For our group of six, El Corazon was the icing on the cake after an already great day of wine tasting. As soon as we walked in, we were welcomed by Josue (and some jammin' tunes). The atmosphere is unique and completely laid back, Josue is very friendly, and the wine is very good (especially the "Swordfight"). We had such a fun time, we decided an encore visit was worthy of our time the next day (which did not disappoint). We were fortunate to meet Spencer, share some soon-to-be released wine, and hear a few good stories about the wine, winemaking, and the wine names. Another reviewer quoted "If you're a stick in the mud don't come here you'll hate it. If you're young, fun, and ready to let it all hang out, then stop by." Everyone (except maybe a stick in the mud) will feel welcomed with good wine, good music, and good company. The straw pourers are a funny twist too.... El Corazon (w/Josue & Spencer) was the highlight of our trip and we will definitely be back! read more

90's hip hop while tasting wine is probably not what everyone looks for when wine tasting, but if it is you have to stop here! Excellent wine, excellent atmosphere, and a whole lot of fun. read more

A great discovery on our first trip to Walla Walla. Spencer is the ultimate host, in the most laid back of atmospheres and the wine was excellent. We'll be back. read more