The Art of
Knowing Wine
Private tastings and wine tasting curation crafted with passion, expertise, and a deep love for the wines of Walla Walla and beyond.
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All
Along
After months of work, we built these resources to make exploring Walla Walla wine easier, richer, and more personal, whether you're planning your first trip, already in town, or discovering the valley from home. They're the guides I wish I had when I moved here full-time in 2020.
Get the latest information on all 117 wineries in the area, hours, winery reviews, wine scores, a full list of current wines for sale, and notes from Walla Walla Somm. Find your favorites and learn everything about them.
Browse the Winery Directory →Review and learn about more than 1,400 wines offered across all 117 wineries — varietals, vintages, scores, and more.
Explore the Wine Catalog →Find all wine events and a complete list of happenings in Walla Walla. Pick your dates and discover what's on.
View the Event Calendar →Crafted Wine Experiences
Private Tastings
Experience wine in an entirely new way. Patti Dunn leads intimate, guided tastings for individuals, couples, and small groups, exploring the celebrated wines of Walla Walla alongside varietals from around the world. Each session combines deep expertise with warm storytelling, transforming a glass of wine into a genuine journey of discovery. Available at your home, Hotel, Airbnb, or a local venue.
Inquire NowWine Tasting Curation
From intimate dinner parties to special celebrations, Patti curates thoughtfully designed tasting experiences tailored to your occasion, your guests, and your palate. Drawing on her deep knowledge of Walla Walla's world-class producers and beyond, she selects wines that tell a story — ensuring every pour feels intentional, memorable, and perfectly suited to the moment.
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Rooted in Walla Walla Wine Country
Patti Dunn is the sommelier behind Walla Walla Somm, bringing expert guidance, genuine passion, and a deep connection to one of the world's most exciting wine regions directly to you.
Rooted in the heart of Walla Walla wine country, Patti has spent years immersed in the vineyards, cellars, and tasting rooms that make this region extraordinary. Her training spans deep local knowledge and the fine art of pairing, giving her a perspective that is both technically grounded and deeply personal.
Through Walla Walla Somm, Patti offers private tastings and curated wine experiences that meet you where you are, whether you are new to wine or a seasoned enthusiast. Her approach is warm, approachable, and always centered on your taste and experience.
Walla Walla Roots
Years immersed in local vineyards & cellars
Signature Services
Private tastings & curated experiences
Wines to Discover
Local & global varietals, perfectly selected
Always Personal
Every experience centered on you
land and time."
Terroir First
Every great wine begins in the soil. Understanding where a wine comes from is the foundation of understanding what it is.
Palate-Led
There is no objectively correct wine — only the right wine for you. My recommendations always begin with listening.
Patience & Timing
The best bottle is often the one opened at precisely the right moment. I help you know when that moment is.
What People Are Saying
"Walla Walla Somm provided us with the most incredible wine-tasting experience we have EVER had. Highly recommend Patti. Her knowledge of individual winemakers and styles made our trip extra special."
"I have been to Walla Walla many times, but Patti showed me a whole new side to the wine region. A must-try for any serious wine lover."
"I was visiting Walla Walla for the Grenache festival and hired Patti for a private wine tasting. She introduced me to several wines that I would never have had the opportunity to taste."
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