We stopped by because I was curious about the mixed reviews. We weren't staying at the hotel so I…read morehoped we'd have a positive experience. We arrived near the end of the day so we had the whole space to ourselves. This was great because we have a toddler and I love being able to explore the space and snap photos without worrying about disturbing other customers. The host was super new to town and the job. Trying to order took a long time because she'd walk away to a far away space (kitchen?) to check on each question. "Can we still order food?" Walks away. "Does the charcuterie plate have any goat or sheep cheese?" Walks away. "I'd like the x tasting and the charcuterie platter." Walks away to put in the charcuterie order (instead of pouring the first wine). I wish she could have texted someone or used a computer/tablet to communicate with the kitchen... or had an experienced person there to provide guidance/training. Eventually we got the snacks and wine. They were each... okay. The wine tasting was a bit awkward because she was reading the descriptions (for the first time??) and seemed surprised by some of the flavors/notes mentioned. I can see us visiting again if we're for some reason in town for an event and the event happens to be here, but I'd rather explore other wineries if it's just us or a group of friends exploring Prosser wine tastings.

WARNING: I, like many people, thought that the Desert Wind Inn would be an all inclusive event…read more Wine tasting and dinner in the evening, sitting around the fire in the backyard drinking a glass of merlot. Experience a wine tasting in the quiet serenity of the wine country. This is the experience that is advertised on the website and we paid handsomely for it. This dreamy experience is just that: a dreamy image of what this could be which could not be further from the truth. Instead, we were met with rude indifferent service, a room that we could not easily leave past 5 PM (or 7 PM if you're lucky to be here Friday-Saturday), a loud uncomfortable room, and poor quality wine. DO NOT STAY AT THIS HOTEL IF YOU WANT A WINE COUNTRY EXPERIENCE; ONLY STAY HERE IF YOU ACTIVELY SEEK OUT DISAPPOINTMENT. What was supposed to be an incredible afternoon and evening in the wine country turned out to be a disappointment. The expectations created by the property in its advertisement plummeted the second we set foot on the property. The warm welcoming mentioned in previous recent reviews was no where to be seen when we arrived at the property on May 29, 2025 at around 12:30 PM. A cold and rather indifferent hostess meets us, no greeting, no welcoming remarks but a cold "what do you need". The hostess only expressed distain that we were checking in, giving us an annoyed glare while informing us that check-in was not allowed until 3 PM despite the hotel being seemingly empty. In the same annoyance and disdain, she told us that all information we needed should be in an email (that never arrived) and the turned her back to us and walked away. We did not expect an early check in, we just wanted to make sure that all of the information is there and whether there was more to do about it prior to us getting our room. The attitude was entirely discouraging and unwarranted and it continued to do so over the course of the next couple of hours while we waited for 3 PM. It was only when we said that the email did not arrive she begrudgingly gave us the information on a card with a random code without any explanation roughly 30 minutes after we arrived. In hindsight, that meant the room was ready, but she did not bother to tell us that fact nor inform us what the code represented. While we waited, we sat down for a glass of wine. The hostess continued to treat us like we were unwelcome guests being incredibly rude and lacked curtesy at every turn. No smiles, no small talk about the place, no indication on what to expect from our stay based on what was advertised on the website regarding the tasting and other opportunities of the sort. No wine recommendations were given nor what to expect from our choices nor any indication that she would be happy to help at all with our questions. She just coldly informed us that there are no truffle fries or soup. We proceeded to "guess" what wines would be to our liking based on previous experiences. We tried four different wines by the glass and truthfully, the wine was rather mediocre which fueled the unexpectedly unwelcoming and unpleasant experience. Bad wine and bad attitude just don't mix well together for a great experience. This was topped up by a very slow service (45 minutes with nobody else in the restaurant) for a Caesar salad and warm bread with butter. Once 3 PM rolled around, we were not shown or told where to go, instead we were left to figure it out which was difficult as the place is big. We finally found our way to our room where we were met with the startling insight that the rest of the property closes at 5PM (or 7 PM Friday- Saturday) no dinner service, no bar service, no access to the back patio. All nicely taped to the door. This made it sound like we were practically only allowed to be in our room after 5 PM (or 7 PM Friday-Saturday) with no control of the thermostat and a massive highway outside, polluting the room with unpleasant smells of gasoline and constant car noise. This "curfew" made us feel hostages in our own room. After 5 PM and before 11 AM, all you have available for "leisure" is the hallway with all the rooms and the side door. No staff around, nothing. Just a hallway and a side door. The all-inclusive feel is cut short by the lack of a breakfast option or any other hospitality services. In order to get dinner, miles down the road (goodbye wine tasting experience elsewhere - the place is not walkable, so one must drive there), we had to exit through a back door, down a metal staircase, that leads you behind the dumpsters and makes you feel like a criminal. Overall this experience was not at all what was advertised by the property. This was an extremely expensive room with worse service than a comfort inn. I felt like I was living an episode of Gordon Ramsey's Hotel Hell. I cannot recommend at all that anyone spends this kind of money for this experience. 1/10 would actively avoid this and everyone should.

I have been to this place a couple times and always enjoy the experience. The views, the wine, and…read morethe service are all great. They have some great Tuscan style wines if you are into those. Outside of Tuscany this is the only other winery I have been to that is close to what I tried in Italy. Must check out!

Excellent wine and friendly people. Relaxed old world feel with an expansive view (even on a Smokey…read moreSaturday).

If you're looking for a winery that nails the balance between incredible wine and an easygoing,…read morewelcoming vibe, Kiona Winery is it. We showed up a little late for our reservation, but you'd never know it by the way the staff greeted us. Everything was already set up and ready to go--no rush, no attitude, just genuine hospitality. That's actually one of the reasons we keep coming back: every visit feels effortless. The team knows their wines, they listen to what you like, and they guide you without ever making you feel out of place. The tasting room itself is beautiful--clean lines, warm wood, a modern Northwest feel. It's the kind of space where you can actually relax and enjoy yourself instead of feeling like you're in a tourist factory. You've got art on the walls, polished floors, and even those wooden kayaks that make you stop and stare for a second. It sets the tone before the first pour even hits the glass. And the wines... always on point. Whether you're into a silky dessert ice wine that tastes like it should be illegal, or you love those strong, bold reds that Kiona is known for, there's something here for every kind of palate. If you want a place that consistently delivers great wine, friendly service, and a relaxed atmosphere where you can actually unwind... Kiona is one of the best spots in the Tri-Cities area. Worth the drive every single time.

I had Kiona bookmarked for a while, we finally paid a visit during Labor Day weekend with our…read morefavorite winos. The tasting room is beautiful and the patio is dog friendly. Since we had our dog with us, we opted to sit outside. Luckily, it's a covered patio, so although it was a hot day, it could have been worse if we had direct sun, and the view of the vineyard on Red Mountain is phenomenal! We were greeted with a glass of rosè, and opted for tastings. There are 3 tastings for $20 (not counting the welcome glass), with generous pours. The fee is waived with bottle purchase of $30. I opted for mostly cab or cab blends. Honestly, I didn't care for the wine. I was actually disappointed as so many people have raved about Kiona. The best thing I tasted was the rosè. Maybe I chose the wrong wines to taste, but I'm not sure I'd buy Kiona wines. On the flip side, the staff were absolutely great! And the tasting room is gorgeous, and if the views are your thing, and you enjoy their wine, definitely pay Kiona a visit.

What is not to love about Corks and Taps?? It's casual, fun, and a great place to hang out with…read morefriends over wine and beer. The light food options are great (tater tot nachos, yes please!), and on Thursday they have guest food trucks. This is quickly becoming a weekly hang for friends.. "Meet at C&T". It's kid friendly, too! Jason and team are awesomely friendly!

We had just finished at a local winery and was looking to check out another one. This was a…read morewonderful experience. It's in a small strip mall complex with limited shops and this gem on the corner. The owner was gracious and welcomed our fur baby's in their patio area. It wasn't too busy as it was early afternoon on a Friday. The owner was by themselves and was able to get the 7 wine tasters going and getting the other 2 non winer drinkers Diet Coke & Root Beer Glasses. Served the wine tastings and took/made/delivered our food orders as quickly as he could. He did call in re-enforcements but he had everything under control. The food was tasty, the atmosphere welcoming and spacious & the wine tasters enjoyed their tasting and purchased bottles to go. Check them out!

This is my fav place to wine taste! The Bombshell Red is well...Da Bomb!…read moreBeautiful winery

I was initially drawn to Airfield because I saw a post about their St. Patrick's Day Blind Tasting…read morebut ended up just doing a normal wine tasting instead. The space, wine, and host were great. I found myself wishing I lived near-by so I could visit more frequently. I didn't try their charcuterie plate but would love to in the future. I will probably keep scheduling our wine region vacations for the less popular times of year and mid-week because I love visiting businesses during their quieter times.

Lots of great wines and yummy food too. We tried one of the flatbreads which totally hit the spot…read more I enjoyed all of the wines, as well. Definitely will stop again next time we're in town.

I think the staff is my favorite part of this new little spot. Awesome wine selection and wine…read morewall. I want the wine wall in my house seriously. The flat breads were awesome and paired well with the wine we got - tastings are great and the owner was right there pouring with her staff on a Saturday afternoon - loved that, Love the decor and all the vibes.

Delightful place and excellent wines! The owners are so kind and welcoming, we love this place!read more

Had a private event at Willow Run Vineyard Tasting Room. Owners are friendly, place is cozy and the…read morewines are fantastic! Everything went smoothly. I can't wait to come back with friends and enjoy a bottle of wine. Highly recommend!

Do NOT judge this place by the parking lot (industrial). It's the retail outlet for the…read morebrewer/vintner at the same address. Chalkboard walls, wine towers on the path to the restrooms, pennies in the bar. It's awesome! Wonderful variety of both cider and wine -- especially if you like Port (4 kinds!) Great cider? Check. Staff w personality? Check. Cider-based cocktails? Check. Port w attitude? Check. I hate to recommend anything specific because it is all good, but the Chanilla cider has depth/complexity while the Sauzão port is wonderfully layered. FYI Sun River (wine/port) and Wicked Cider are the same folks.

First off this cider is amazing! Second, they girl who usually works the tasting room is such a…read moregem! Friendly, chatty and great at her job-she told us about the text club which we signed up for and we have been back many times due to the great experience she provided us. I'm embarrassed to say I can't remember her name or I would give her a shout out! This is actually my third time here and I'm always surprised by how much traffic comes through for growler fills. The long term plan is to have the tasting separate from production which I look forward to! What a cool place!