WeRise Blog

Welcome to the WeRise Blog. Meet the people and passion that goes into every bottle. Every month we sit down with one of our winery partners to learn their story and share with the world. Enjoy.

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Sip Happens: How Marissa Dineen Swapped Wall Street for Wine Rows

From Wall Street to Washington wine country, Marissa Dineen of Dineen Vineyards is redefining what it means to grow with purpose. After 20 years in global finance, she returned to Yakima Valley to craft Rhône and Bordeaux-inspired wines like Grenache Blanc, Cabernet Franc, and Viognier — all rooted in sustainability and community. Discover how her story, her vines, and her partnership with WeRise Wines celebrate mission-driven winemaking in Washington State.

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