Wine grapes were planted in the Lake Chelan valley over 100 years ago. The first production vineyard was planted in 1998 by Bob Christopher, who took out orchard acreage and planted wine grapes, shortly followed by Steve Kludt. In 2000, the Kludt Family licensed and bonded the first winery in Chelan County.

Soon thereafter talented winemakers and vineyardists made their way to the Lake Chelan valley to capitalize on the long growing season, sun-drenched days, and lake-cooled nights which are perfect for growing wine grapes.