The Washington Wine Archives seeks materials connected with the history of the Washington wine industry. As the archive grows, many of these materials will be available on this Web site. Tri-Cities Wine Festival Since 1979, wine lovers have made the trek to the heart of Washington wine country. Through its history, the festival has witnessed the rise of some of Washington's top wineries, including Leonetti, Hogue, Preston, Woodward Canyon and more. See the medal winners through the years and many of the festival's posters.