In 1976, the reality of having a winery facility came to fruition. Preston Wine Cellars, as it was first known, was the third licensed winery in Washington State. As the winery evolved, by changing its name to Preston Premium Wines in 1991, so did the state’s wine industry. Currently, there are 600 + wineries in Washington State. Washington is second only in wine production to California in the United States. Its wines are recognized for their quality around the world.