Nefarious Cellars
Nefarious Cellars, a boutique winery founded in 2004 in Pateros, Washington, is built on a partnership between Dean and Heather, who craft Rhône-focused wines with Dean dedicated to reds and Heather to whites and rosé. Their portfolio spans Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Cabernet Franc alongside crisp whites like Viognier and Chardonnay, with special offerings through their Estate Vineyard Series and Reserve Red Blends. Their wines have earned praise from Wine Enthusiast for their Lake Chelan AVA representation and consistent recognition in Washington state wine competitions.
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A Rhône-focused Lake Chelan winery founded in 2004 by husband-and-wife winemaking team Dean and Heather, who divide production responsibilities—Dean crafting reds (Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Cabernet Franc) and Heather whites and rosés (Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay). Their approachable wines emphasize varietal character and have earned Wine Enthusiast recognition.
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- ★Wines praised by Wine Enthusiast for Lake Chelan AVA representation
- ★Consistent recognition in Washington state wine competitions