Natalie B.
5/17/2021
Yes, yes, we are dog people and the name sucked us in! But glad it did; Sleeping Dog Wines was a nice way to end our Sunday! Give yourself plenty of time here if it's not busy because you can have...
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45804 N Whitmore Pr NW
Benton City, WA 99320
Sleeping Dog Wines, founded in 2002 by Larry "Alpha Winemaker" Oates and his partner Joyce "I'd rather be fishing" Oates, is a small winery overlooking the Yakima River in Eastern Washington State. Their philosophy is that wines, like dogs, evolve with age, and they specialize in red wines that benefit from bottle aging to bring out their true character.
With a focus on producing wines that showcase the nature of Buoy Vineyard grapes, Sleeping Dog Wines keeps their operation intimate, crafting reds that reach their peak after several years of aging. Their logo, "The Nose Knows," symbolizes their dedication to creating wines that express the unique characteristics of their grapes, all while maintaining a playful and dog-friendly atmosphere.
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4.516 reviewsKen W.
11/4/2025
Joyce and Larry got a great thing going. No ambiance at all just the porch and garage but these two our so enjoyable. Larry was sick so Joyce entertained us. Boy the wine was good! Very small...
Jean S.
10/13/2018
The Premier Pass took us out to this winery. Don't let the location deter you from stopping in!! This is a hidden gem. Wine maker and server are pretty funny for being old guys. We had a great...
Kathleen P.
9/28/2020
What a great find on the edge of Red Mountain! Wines were excellent, and included some unusual varietals for the area, including dolcetto and montepulciano. The owner/winemaker is friendly and...
Michelle O.
5/15/2022
We had the extremely good fortune when dropping in to taste on a weekend that Larry was featuring his library wines! His 2007 and 2008 vintages retained excellent structure and full color!...
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