The peak of Apex Cellars

The dictionary defines the word “apex” as “vertex: the highest point (of something); at the peak of the pyramid. Top.” Not a bad description if you’re an entrepreneur determined to make quality wine from Washington state, literally at the “top” of the Pacific Northwest. This was Apex Cellars President Harry Alhadeff’s aspiration when he decided to shift gears from wine merchant to wine producer almost two decades ago. Today, his vision is bearing fruit.

Apex Cellars (www.apexcellars.com) has been around since 1988 — founded originally as Washington Hills Cellars — when Harry and winemaker Brian Carter decided to blend their respective and complementary wine industry skills.