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The finest wineries in Snohomish County

You voted, we tallied, here are the results.

Every year The Daily Herald takes nominations and lets readers vote for the Best of Snohomish County Awards. There are dozens of categories, but here are the 2022 top choices for best winery.

First Place: Rustic Cork Wine Bar in Lake Stevens & Mill Creek

Rustic Cork Wine Bar in Lake Stevens and Mill Creek offers flight tastings, rotating taps, growlers and more. They also host weekly events including live music, trivia and craft nights.

Second Place: Port Gardner Bay Winery

Third Place: The Grape & Grain

Additional Nominees:

Guardian Cellars

Lantz Cellars

Discover the rest of The Herald’s best of Snohomish County winners here.

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