Spokane's Dry Fly Distilling bought by Napa Valley winery

SPOKANE, Wash. -- A big name in Spokane spirits has been purchased by a big name in winemaking.

Dry Fly Distilling has sold a majority stake of its business to the Wagner Family of Wine, most know for Caymus Vineyards in Napa Valley.

In a statement, Dry Fly says this sale comes as the distillery looks to increase its national footprint.

Dry Fly and the Wagner's have worked together in the past collaborating on projects including one releasing next year, a whiskey aged in Caymus wine barrels.

“While my primary focus is making wine, it’s been thrilling over the past decade to work with Dry Fly on one of my favorite projects – creating a wheat-based whiskey aged in our wine barrels that reflects fine craftsmanship and the highest standards of quality and taste,” said Charlie Wagner. “Now we are taking our collaboration to the next level. Assuming a bigger stake in the company speaks to my excitement over Dry Fly’s vision, passion and expertise, and its ability to make products that truly stand out in the market. I look forward to working more with the whole Dry Fly team.”

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