Overbluff Cellars

You walk into a converted historic warehouse with sixteen-foot ceilings, exposed brick, and original hardwood floors, and the list immediately feels like it belongs here — unpretentious, Washington-focused, and comfortable in its own skin. This isn't a place trying to out-fancy anyone. It's a working winery tasting room in downtown Spokane, and that's exactly the point.

The lineup is tight and deliberately regional — all Washington State, all estate or closely sourced, with a clear lean toward Rhône-leaning reds like the 2013 Spofford Station Syrah and the NV OH Jerry! Proprietor's Blend (a 60% Syrah, 4% Cab Sauv house blend that says a lot about where this producer's heart is). White options include a 2013 Dry Riesling and a 2014 Viognier, which is a smart nod to Eastern Washington's underrated aromatic whites. The 2013 Les Colline Merlot rounds things out and quietly reminds you that Washington Merlot, done right, still has plenty to say. Don't expect depth or breadth — this is a focused, producer-driven list that rewards curiosity over checklist drinking.

As a tasting room, the model here is flights and pours rather than a traditional by-the-glass program, which means you're sampling across the range rather than committing to a bottle upfront. That's actually a strength — it lets you get acquainted with the Syrah-forward house style before you buy. Pricing details weren't available at time of writing, but the tasting format is the right call for a winery this size.