"Brian Carter Cellars’ tasting room on the Vancouver Waterfront is known for European-style blends made with Washington grapes. Standouts include high-scoring vintages like a 2018 Oriana, a crisp white with apricot and apple flavors tempered by honey and anise notes, and a 2015 Solesce, a Bordeaux-style red blend with ripe cherry, blackberry, and vanilla. The tasting room offers an extensive food menu, and a dog-friendly outdoor area with river views — the winery plans on adding a bark-cuterie platter for visitors’ canine companions. For human guests, food options include crab cakes, salads, charcuterie and cheese boards, flatbreads, and dessert." - Rachel Pinsky