Dennis Cakebread. Founder & vintner 167 barrels. Inspired by the adventurous spirit of Lt John Mullan who in the late 1850s built the first pacific northwest wagon road, vintner Dennis Cakebread set out to explore the wonders of Washington wine. Teaming up with winemaker Aryn Morell, they produce full-flavored, well-balanced wines from extraordinary vineyards near Royal City and Walla Walla.