Dineen Vineyards Winemaker Dinner
WED. SEPTEMBER 30 - 6pm and 6:15pm
Join us for an evening with Dineen Vineyards!
Join us on Wednesday, September 30 at 6 PM for a special Dineen Vineyards Winemaker Dinner, celebrating one of Washington’s distinctive estate vineyards and the wines of the Rattlesnake Hills.
Located on a hilltop near Zillah in the Yakima Valley, Dineen Vineyards began in 2001 when Pat and Lanie Dineen transformed a 12-acre apple orchard into a vineyard, later expanding by another 80 acres. Today, the family estate is dedicated to wines that express its high-elevation site, distinctive soils, and farming heritage.
For this dinner, Chef Fidel Mendoza has created a four-course menu specifically paired with Dineen wines, moving from Cabernet Franc with seared scallops to Heritage Red Blend with braised beef cheeks, Condriesque with cheese, and Syrah with chocolate and blackberry.
Joining us for the evening will be Dineen owner Marissa Dineen, who will present the wines and share the story behind the vineyard, its terroir, and their approach to producing wines entirely from the Dineen estate.
All of this for $99 per guest, including wine pairings, an exceptional evening of Washington wine, French cuisine, conversation with the vinter, and sweeping views of Elliott Bay and the Olympic Mountains.
About Dineen Vineyards:
Dineen Vineyards sits at approximately 1,200 feet in the Rattlesnake Hills AVA, where abundant sunshine encourages ripeness while cool nights help preserve freshness and build flavor. Its soils are part of the ancient Ellensburg Formation, a complex mix of sandstone, siltstone, river rock and other sedimentary material that contributes to the vineyard’s distinctive character.
Farming remains at the heart of Dineen. The estate practices regenerative farming and is certified under both Sustainable WA and Lodi Rules. In 2022, Pat and Lanie passed ownership and management to their daughter Marissa Dineen, continuing the vineyard into its next generation.
About Marissa Dineen
Marissa Dineen is the second-generation owner and vintner of Dineen Vineyards, a 100% estate vineyard and winery in Washington’s Rattlesnake Hills AVA. After more than two decades in international financial services, much of it spent in Europe, she returned to Washington and joined the family business full-time in 2020.
Today, Marissa combines her international perspective with deep Washington roots, championing sustainable farming and the distinctive wines of the Rattlesnake Hills. She also serves as Chairperson of The Hills Winegrowers Association and on the board of the Auction of Washington Wines.
Dineen Vineyards
Winemaker Dinner
$99 per person - 4-Courses.
-plus service and tax-
Noix de Saint-Jacques, Mousseline de Chou-fleur
Seared Scallops, Cauliflower Purée, Crispy Prosciutto
~~ 2023 Dineen Cabernet Franc ~~
Joues de Bœuf Braisées au Vin Rouge
Red Wine-Braised Beef Cheeks, Roasted Chanterelles, Glazed Baby Carrots, Bordelaise
~~ 2023 Dineen Heritage Red Blend ~~
Le Fromage
Rigotte de Condrieu, Frisée, Apricot
~~ 2025 Dineen “Condriesque” Viognier ~~
Tartelette au Chocolat
Chocolate Ganache Tartlet, Crème Fraîche, Blackberry
~~ 2023 Dineen Syrah ~~
Reserve your table now:
This Tasting Dinner is only available in the dining room on September 30 at 6pm or 6:15pm. Only the set menu above will be available. Sorry we do not offer substitutions on this special night! Pre-paid reservations are available online only. This non-refundable reservation pays for your meal and champagnes tasting experience at Maximilien including service and taxes.
Price per person: $99 plus 5% Service Charge, 20% Gratuity and 10.55% WA sales tax.
Pre-Paid Reservations FAQ:
Why pre-pay for reservations ?
Paid reservation allow us to guarantee your reservations. We are a small restaurant, several no-shows has a negative impact on our staff, kitchen and prevents other guests from visiting us.What's included ?
The $99 food and wine pairing menu, 20% gratuity, 5% service charge, 10.55% sales tax. Other beverages, extra wine and any other extra will be billed to you at the end of your meal.What should I do if I am running late?
If you are running late, please call us at 206-682-7270. Note that if you do not arrive within 10 minutes of your ticket time, your experience will be abbreviated as to not make other guests wait.I can't make my reservation. Can you transfer my reservation ?
No. You are welcome to sell or give away your reservation yourself. All resales are the responsibility of the original purchaser. We will not be held responsible for forgeries or misrepresentations.What’s your refund policy?
We do not offer refund for any reason, including sickness, if you are unable to make your reservation. We also are unable to offer a credit or rescheduling. We are staffing, ordering/preparing food for your party if you are unable to make it please try to transfer your reservations to friends/family. We can also have you pick up the meal for take out.Are kids allowed?
No. Everyone must be 21 years or older and have a valid state issued ID.