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Once upon a time, Woodinville was a sleepy town with probably more horses than people. Over the years, however, this idyllic locale has undergone an eye-popping transformation to become the wine mecca of Washington state.

Today, there are over 130 wineries and tasting rooms in Woodinville, spread across four wine districts, and the number is expected to continue to grow.

On a recent visit to the city, I did tastings at Mark Ryan Winery and DeLille Cellars. Winemaker Mark Ryan's journey began in 1999 with a few tons of grapes in a friend's garage. The first vintage was a success and sold out...