About
Pondera Winery is a family-owned boutique winery founded in 2005 by winemaker Shane Howard, specializing in limited-production red and white varietals and Bordeaux-style blends from top Washington vineyards across three AVAs. With annual production under 3,000 cases, they focus on balanced, award-winning wines aged longer in barrel and bottle for immediate enjoyment. Most wines are shared via their Wine Club and tasting room.
high quality well balanced red varietals and Bordeaux style blends
limited production of under 3,000 cases annually
wines aged longer in barrel and bottle
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Products
Cabernet Sauvignon
A classic Cabernet with deep flavors of black currant, cedar, and firm tannins.
Entwined
A Bordeaux-style blend with rich flavors of dark fruit, cassis, and subtle oak.
Malbec
Bold and structured with notes of blackberry, plum, and a hint of spice.
Awards
Gold Medal, Seattle Wine Awards 2021
2021
Double Gold, San Francisco International Wine Competition 2020
2020
Latest News
Download 2025 Tasting Notes and Price sheet; New Releases available; 2020 Tasting Notes also mentioned