Bledsoe Wine Estates was founded by legendary NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe and his wife, Maura, who returned to his hometown of Walla Walla and teamed with renowned winemaker Josh McDaniels to create a family of outstanding wine brands.

Green apple, freshly cut pear, and hints of newly harvested hayfields. Lively, zesty acidity but with subtle richness to keep the wine balanced. This comes from Kenny Hill and Flying B Vineyards- two sites known for later ripening, lower alcohols, and more natural acidity- perfect for Chardonnay. Enjoy! Link in bio to join our Inner•Circle today!

For former NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe, founding a winery has been a longtime aspiration, allowing him to combine his passion for fine wine and the love of the Walla Walla Valley.

2022年9月15日 · Drew Bledsoe's Bledsoe Wine Estates now owns an astonishing 370 acres of land in Walla Walla Valley, creating a Northwest vinous empire.

2023年9月6日 · After a Pro Bowl career and a Super Bowl win, Drew Bledsoe returned to Washington State to create his own winery and has grown ambitiously.

In 2008, Drew and his wife, Maura, launched Doubleback as an estate-focused winery with the goal to produce world-class cabernet sauvignon—the winery’s name a reference to his return back home. His very first vintage was named a Wine Spectator Top 100 Wine of the World.

2024年11月8日 · New England Patriots great Drew Bledsoe details the growth of his winery business and how he was able to quickly transition in his retirement in this 1-on-1 interview.

2024年12月4日 · After retiring from a wildly successful NFL career, Drew Bledsoe doubled back to his hometown of Walla Walla and opened his own family winery in the heart of Washington’s wine country. The 2023 Bledsoe Family Wine drinks wonderfully with bright fresh dark fruit, rhubarb, and balanced vanilla and cedar notes.

2024年1月2日 · NFL great Drew Bledsoe goes long as he and his team develop an impressive portfolio of wines nurtured in the Pacific Northwest. It’s hard to imagine a more all-­American town on this picture-perfect autumn afternoon than Walla Walla, ­Washington.

2022年9月17日 · Established in 2019, Bledsoe|McDaniels is a collaboration between proprietors Drew Bledsoe and Josh McDaniels focused on producing ultra-premium wines that compare and contrast the popular Burgundian and Rhone varietals of Willamette Valley Pinot Noir and Walla Walla Valley Syrah.