If you’re looking for a true authentic experience on Bainbridge Island, visiting Rolling Bay Winery is simply a must! Our little group of four spontaneously stopped by last Saturday & decided to join in on the wine tasting. My personal favorite was the Chardonnay. Beyond the tasty wines, we were lucky enough to have Alphonse give us a tour of the barn where most of the production takes place. We learned a ton about their business, the process of making wine, & shared many laughs. Would highly recommend checking it out & definitely plan on returning...
Read moreDecent wine ruined by an uncomfortable experience. When we arrived, an older gentleman came out of the back room immediately wanting payment before the tasting began. While we were seated in the tasting room he continuously leered at us from behind a coat rack. Other older patrons were also staring at us. I felt unwelcome and uncomfortable the entire time. I don’t recommend this winery for island visitors. There are many other better options like Eagle Harbor or...
Read moreThere is a restaurant that claims its customers are family, but Rolling Bay actually does give that feeling. I expected to be plunked down at a table with some plonk, but I got a personal tasting complete with the story of the terroir of each vintage. It was a no-brainer to join their wine club. They even recommended that I join at the introductory level until I learned about their wines instead of immediately up-selling. The experience alone was worth the drive...
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