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GROWN TO GREATNESS Exploring the Yakima Valley|2 OFFBEAT WHITES You Need to Meet!|4 YAKIMA Wine Community|5 VALLEY MAP|14 SINGULAR WINES from Singular Vineyards|16 ZILLAH Wine Community|17 RHÔNE ON THE RISE in the Yakima Valley|22 PROSSER Wine Community|23 CATACLYSMIC EVENTS Lead to True Typicity|28 RED MOUNTAIN Wine Community|29
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Cover & this page: © Richard Duval Images GROWN TO GREATNESS Exploring the complexity and diversity of Yakima Valley’s rich cornucopia of wine.
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The Yakima Valley AVA grows more than RATTLESNAKE Yakima Valley 45 wine grapes varieties. The success HILLS Appellation of this diversity can be attributed to the many different growing aspects within the AVA. The micro climates, heat variations, SNIPES and different soil types within the three Yakima MOUNTAIN RED MOUNTAIN Valley sub AVAs — Rattlesnake Hills, Snipes Mountain & Red Mountain — play a major role in successfully growing so many grape varieties. RATTLESNAKE HILLS AVA Rattlesnake Hills, located around the town of Zillah, is named after the Northern Pacific Rattlesnake that inhabits the area. Rattlesnake Hills is almost evenly split between red and white wine grapes, with reds having a slight edge. Riesling is a dominant white grape in this region producing wines with aromas and flavors of lime, lemon, and green apple. Other sites in the appellation offer flavors with a little more stone fruit, particularly peach. SNIPES MOUNTAIN AVA The second smallest appellation in Washington at 4,145 acres, Snipes Mountain gets its name from Ben Snipes, a cattle rancher who built a house there in the 1850s. There are more than 700 acres planted in over 30 vinifera varieties, with Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon the most planted. Fruit from this AVA offer unique aromas and flavors which have made it desirable for winemakers to identify it as a Snipes Mountain-designated wine. RED MOUNTAIN AVA The Red Mountain AVA is located on the far eastern side of the Yakima Valley. It is the smallest appellation in Washington state — just 4,040 acres of the Yakima Valley Valley’s 17,000 total vineyard acres. Cheatgrass, a plant that grows naturally in the region, turns bright red in early spring giving Red Mountain its name. The nearby Yakima River moderates temperatures and provides continual airflow, guarding against frost.
Celebrating Our Founders he Yakima Valley Founders' program commemorates the founders of the Yakima Valley Twine industry and its legacy within Washington state. It's an opportunity to celebrate the success of the dream these visionaries had of creating one of the world's most prestigious wine growing regions. When you see these logos, know that the winemaker or grower involved with the business has been active and instrumental in the Yakima Valley wine industry for 25 years or longer. 2 © Richard Duval Images Duval © Richard SIGNATURE EVENTS isiting and tasting in the Yakima Valley Vis a treat any time of the year, but a weekend trip during one of our Association- sponsored events can be especially memorable. PRE-BARREL TASTING April 21–22, 2018 SPRING BARREL TASTING April 27–29, 2018 The most popular annual event for Yakima Valley vintners and those who appreciate the fine wines coming from the Valley. Sample unfinished wine right from the barrel and gain insight into the artistic process at each winery. WINEMAKER'S TABLE April 28–29, 2018 Yakima Valley’s newest event offers an intimate tasting with your favorite winemaker. Enjoy an exclusive vertical tasting of library wines, current vintages and barrel samples from your favorite winery. SUMMER VINEYARD TOUR Summer 2018 (TBA) This day-long tour takes guests to the next level of understanding of how the specific vineyard, farming practices and grower/winemaker relationships impact the vineyard designate wines made from the grapes. CATCH THE CRUSH October 13–14, 2018 Celebrate the harvest as each winery offers special events, including grape stomps, harvest and crush activities, tours, free- run juice, hors d’oeuvres, live music and, of course, wine tasting. THANKSGIVING IN WINE COUNTRY November 23–24, 2018 Visit during November as wineries celebrate the season. Take a leisurely tour and get first-hand recommendations from the winemakers on which wines pair best with your holiday festivities. SECRET CRUSH February 15, 2019 Do you have a Secret Crush for Valentine's? Complement your Red Wine & Chocolate weekend by joining Yakima Valley winemakers for this evening of the Valley’s highest-rated wines. RED WINE & CHOCOLATE February 16–18, 2019 The natural affinity between dark chocolate and red wine is no secret. During Red Wine & Chocolate event weekend, each participating winery pairs sumptuous chocolate confections with their very own remarkable red wines.
For more info or to purchase tickets and Premier Passes, visit WineYakimaValley.org 3 OFFBEAT WHITES You may not know them, but you should!
The days of walking through the white wine section of your local grocery store or wine shop and choosing between two flavors — Chardonnay and Riesling — are gone. Wine diversity in the U.S. is at an all-time high, and Yakima Valley winemakers are doing their part by crafting a full spectrum of lesser known wines.
One of the most enjoyable aspects of drinking wine is The wine varietals highlighted here are gaining popularity expanding your knowledge and developing your palate. with consumers and wine professionals alike, and all are Visiting wine country makes it easy to do both. The ever- produced in the Yakima Valley. Sampling offbeat wines such growing list of wine grape varieties coming out of the as these helps build your tasting palate and allows you to Yakima Valley allows access to wines that, due to low experiment with wines produced from these up-and-coming production, many outside the region will never have the grape varieties. opportunity to enjoy.
A FEW OFFBEAT WINES TO INTRODUCE YOURSELF TO: Grenache Blanc (pronounced “greh-nash blonk”) is a Picpoul (pronounced “pick-pool”) is a light-skinned, white wine mostly found in Rhône wine blends. Its versatility full-body white wine that is gaining popularity as a trendy allows winemakers to produce dry, off-dry, sparkling, and upstart. Translated, Picpoul means “lip stinger,” named even oak-aged styles similar to Chardonnay. Grenache for its bold and zingy acidity (brightness). It’s not easy to Blanc is a medium bodied wine with a lot of citrus. It’s a nice find, but it is definitely a fun wine to seek out. Look for sipping wine, but it will also pair well with food that has a bit this wine on tasting lists as you visit the wineries. This is of spice, but be careful not to over-do the spice. a fun, upbeat, and very dry wine. It would be impeccable with fresh oysters and shellfish. Albariño (pronounced “ahl vah REE nyoh”) is a white grape grown predominantly in northwest Spain Chenin Blanc (pronounced “shen-nin blonk”) is and Portugal. This grape produces an aromatic and produced in boutique quantities. These wines are round bright full-bodied wine. This wine can be enjoyed on and fruit-forward, often aged in oak. Its floral overtones its own or paired with seafood and will steal the show are reined in by the variety’s inherent brightness. at any gathering, just as it has when shared with wine professionals and media. Buy now—this wine sells out!
If you are interested in exploring the white wines of the region, look for wineries who produce these wines and enjoy!
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4 © Richard Duval Images 5 YAKIMA Yakima Valley Appellation
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6 AntoLin Cellars 14 N Front St, Yakima, 98901 | 509.961.8370 | antolincellars.com Hours: Wed–Thurs 3a–8p; Fri 1p–9p; Sat 1p–7p; Sun Noon–4p; Closed Sundays in winter Tasting Fee: $4 for whites; $6 for reds Varietals: Estate Riesling, Chardonnay, Viognier, Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé, Cabernet Franc and all Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Carménère Bottle to Bring Home: Brandon's Board Oh! (Bordeaux-style Blend)
Gilbert Cellars Tasting Room: 5 N Front St, Ste 100, Yakima, 98901 | Winery: 2620 Draper Road, Yakima, 98903 509.249.9049 x2 | gilbertcellars.com | [email protected] Hours: Tasting Room: Mon–Thurs 1p–7p; Fri–Sat 1p–9p; Sun 1p–6p; Closed Mondays in January Winery: By appointment only, Apr–Sept, 509.249.9049 x7 Tasting Fee: $6, waived with purchase of two or more bottles Varietals: Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Rosé (Mourvèdre Grenache), Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Pinot Noir, Allobroges (Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre), Left Bank (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot) Bottle to Bring Home: Allobroges
JB Neufeld 2620 Draper Rd, Yakima, 98903 | 206.255.0119 | jbneufeld.com | [email protected] Hours: By appointment only Tasting Fee: None Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon Bottle to Bring Home: 2014 Yakima Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Kana Winery 10 S 2nd St, Yakima, 98901 | 509.453.6611 | kanawinery.com | [email protected] Hours: Mon–Thurs, Noon–6:30p; Fri–Sat Noon–10p (Music 7–9p); Sun Noon–5p. National sports events on wide screen year round. Tasting Fee: $5, waived with purchase Varietals: Chardonnay, Riesling, Rhône Red blends, Tempranillo, Old Vine Lemberger Bottle to Bring Home: Dark Star
Owen Roe 309 Gangl Rd, Wapato, 98951 | 509.877.0454 | owenroe.com | [email protected] Hours: Winter: Daily 11a–4p (weather permitting) Spring–Fall: Daily 11a–5p (beginning March 2017) Tasting Fee: $10, waived with purchase Varietals: Chardonnay, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Rhone & Bordeaux blends, dessert wines Bottle to Bring Home: Yakima Valley Red Wine
© Richard Duval Images 7 TREVERI CELLARS reveri Cellars, Washington state’s exclusive sparkling wine house, produces some of the finest handcrafted sparkling wines in the United TStates. Family-owned and operated since its inception, Treveri prides itself on a tradition of excellence in both winemaking and service, ensuring that each bottle of sparkling wine delivers superior taste and quality. With a wide array of sparkling wines, including non-traditional varieties such as Riesling and Müller-Thurgau, Treveri largely focuses on 100% varietal sparkling wines, crafting each wine in the traditional method (Méthode Traditionnelle). Located in the picturesque Yakima Valley, Treveri Cellars boasts beautiful views, hospitable service and unbeatable sparkling wines.
Southard Winery Tasting Room: 811 W Yakima Ave, Ste 101, Yakima, 98901 | Winery: 670 Tibbling Rd, Selah, 98942 509.697.3003 | southardwinery.com | [email protected] Hours: Tasting Room: Fri Noon–7p; Sat–Sun Noon–5p Winery: By appointment Tasting Fee: $5 Varietals: Rhône varietals (Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Roussanne, Viognier) and Cabernet Sauvignon Bottle to Bring Home: Syrah
Treveri Cellars 71 Gangl Rd, Wapato, 98951 | 509.877.0925 | trevericellars.com | [email protected] Hours: Mon–Thurs Noon–5p; Fri–Sat Noon–6p; Sun Noon–4p Tasting Fee: None Varietals: Sparkling wine - Blanc de Blancs, Blanc de Noirs, Rosé, Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Syrah Bottle to Bring Home: Brut Blanc de Blancs
Wilridge Winery & Vineyard 250 Ehler Rd, Yakima, 98908 | 509.966.0686 | wilridgewinery.com | [email protected] Hours: Apr–Oct, Daily; Nov–Mar, Weekends. Call for January hours. Visits also by appointment. Tasting Fee: $7, Estate Tasting Fee $10 Varietals: Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Ice Wine, Muscat Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Roussanne, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Viognier, Barbera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Grenache, Malbec, Merlot, Mourvèdre, Nebbiolo, Petite Verdot, Rosé, Sagrantino, Sangiovese, Sousao, Syrah, Tempranillo, Tinta Cao, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Nacional, Zweigelt Bottle to Bring Home: Wilridge Vineyard Estate Nebbiolo
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Accommodations Ledgestone Hotel Best Western Plus Ahtanum Inn 107 N Fair Ave, Yakima 98901 • 509.453.3151 • ledgestonehotel.com 2408 Rudkin Rd, Yakima 98903 • 509.248.9700 • 800.348.9701 Oxford Suites bestwestern.com/ahtanuminn 1701 E Yakima Ave, Yakima 98901 • 509.457.9000 • 800.404.7848 Comfort Suites oxfordsuitesyakima.com 3702 Fruitvale Blvd, Yakima 98908 • 509.249.1900 • 866.423.8960 comfortsuitesyakima.com RV Parks Hotel Maison Trailer Inns of Yakima 321 E Yakima Ave, Yakima 98901 • 509.571.1900 • thehotelmaison.com 1610 N 1st St, Yakima 98901 • 509.452.9561 • 800.699.4784 • trailerinnsrv.com
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Dining 107 North Fair Avenue,Yakima, WA 98901 • Phone: 1-509-453-3151 Bob's Burgers & Brew Fax: 1-509-453-0166 • Email: [email protected] 121 N Fair Ave, Yakima 98901 • 509.895.7199 • bobsburgersandbrew.com HopTown Pizza 2560 Donald Wapato Rd, Wapato • 509.952.4414 • hoptownpizza.com Yakima Steak Company 221 W Yakima Ave, Yakima 98902 • 509.571.1472 Activities Kameo Flower LEDGESTONEHOTEL.COM & Wine Bar 111 S 2nd St, Yakima 98901 509.453.7166 kameoflowershop.com The new Kameo Wine Bar is a perfect place to start your beverage touring and tasting adventures here in Yakima. At Kameo you can taste locally crafted wines and beers from our new bar inside the flower shop and event center. For hours call (509) 453-7166.
Transportation Wineries Express 115 S 2nd St, Ste E, Selah 98942 509.654.9505 • wineriesexpress.com Wineries Express is the ultimate host for your wine country excursion. Door-to- door pick-up and drop-off, from private car tours for two to groups tours of 21. Enjoy the fruits of wine country and leave the driving to them.
9 Visitor Services Visit Union Gap 107 W Ahtanum Rd, Union Gap 98903 • 509.575.8770 • visituniongap.com Professional Services All Phase Electric, Inc. 2500 S 12th Ave, Union Gap 98903 • 509.454.5093 • allphaseelectric.org Amy Maib of Results Realty Group, Bringing You Home, LLC 1001 W Yakima Ave, Yakima 98902 • 509.406.2128 AmyMaib.YakimaRealEstateTeam.com Apex Plumbing & Mechanical Piping 501 S 2nd Ave, Yakima 98902 • 509.575.0148 • apexplumb.com F&M Construction Company 215 Keys Rd, Yakima 98907 • 509.248.0444 fandmconstruction.com Helliesen Lumber and Supply Co. 3501 W Washington Ave, Yakima 98903 • 509.453.5525 helliesenlumber.com Moss Adams 402 E Yakima Ave, Ste 110, Yakima 98907 • 509.248.7750 800.475.7750 • mossadams.com Russell Landscaping Selah, WA 98942 • 509.697.6977 • russell-landscaping.com
Western Materials 1202 S 1st St, Yakima 98901 • 509.575.3000 • westernmaterials.com
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12 downtownyakima.com ANTOLIN CELLARS 14 N Front St | AntoLinCellars.com | 509.961.8370 Relax and savor award-winning wines in the inviting atmosphere of Yakima’s favorite Tasting Room – AntoLin Cellars. Inside you’ll discover comfortable, casual décor where you can linger and enjoy luscious wines sourced from their estate vineyard. Or take your wine-tasting experience onto the delightful patio. Tasty Wine, Food, Art & Music – it’s all on historic North Front Street! GILBERT CELLARS 5 N Front St | gilbertcellars.com | 509.249.9049 Modern meets rustic in Gilbert Cellars downtown tasting room. Located on the corner of Yakima Ave. and Front Street, in the historic Lund building, enjoy a relaxed atmosphere where you can savor up to ten of our delicious handcrafted wines. Let us curate a perfect pairing with our gourmet cheese plates or listen to live music in our Cellar Gallery. Open Daily. HILTON GARDEN INN YAKIMA 401 E Yakima Ave | yakima.hgi.com | 509.454.1111 Discover comfort and convenience at the Hilton Garden Inn Yakima, located in the heart of downtown within walking distance of local wineries and shopping. The superb central location of the hotel and added amenities of a full-service restaurant, lounge, pool and fitness center makes it an excellent choice for vacationing guests. Here at the Hilton Garden Inn, you’re guaranteed an enjoyable experience. KANA WINERY 10 S Second St | kanawinery.com | 509.453.6611 Our tasting room is open year-round, 7 days a week, and is located in the historic Larson Building in the heart of downtown Yakima. We always give our guests a memorable wine tasting experience with our accolade-winning Yakima-produced fine wine and food plates with a local emphasis. National sports events on wide screen year round. ORION CINEMA AND MICKEY’S PUB 202 E Chestnut | orioncinemayakima.com | 509.248.0245 Orion Cinema—a movie theatre with an Irish-style pub. Enjoy gourmet pub food & drinks in Mickey’s Pub or order from your seat in the theatre, which has digital projection and state-of-the- art sound, including Dolby ATMOS. Both establishments are 21 and over only. “You Don’t Have to See a Movie to Enjoy Mickey’s Pub!” SANTIAGO'S ON THE AVE. 111 E Yakima Ave | santiagos.biz | 509.453.1644 Santiago's, Yakima’s oldest and most awarded Mexican restaurant, is a leader in awards and recognition. We boast the largest selection of tequila north of the border, as well as an award-winning wine list of mostly local wines. In our corkage-free zone, enjoy your own bottle of locally produced and purchased wine at no extra charge. Experience the food and service that have made us #1 for over 30 years!
STEMS 411 E Yakima Ave | [email protected] | 509.452.8800 Stems is your premiere wine, gift and necessities one-stop shop in downtown Yakima. Featuring local Northwest wines and a home grown proprietor with excellent knowledge of wine and the Yakima Valley. Located at the Hilton Garden Inn.
UMMELINA INTERNATIONAL DAY SPA 399 E Yakima Ave #183 | ummelina.com | 509.225.4SPA (4772) In the world of Ummelina our commitment is to making your time spent with us an interlude to be remembered and treasured. We have traveled the globe to prepare for your arrival. New and ancient healing rituals are blended with state of the art spa technologies. Every sight, sound, taste, touch - a work of art. Each of the global rituals is a journey in honor of your health and balance. 13 A B C D E F G H I J
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Vineyard outhard 9th St 9th
2nd Ave 2nd Chandler Reach Vineyards...... H6 Gilbert Cellars...... B2 Paradisos del Sol...... C4 Treveri Sparkling Cellars...... B3 inery St 3rd
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It is often said that wine is made in the grape variety, and is often farmed separately receiving the vineyard. Grapes are the raw additional care during the growing season. All of these elements are in balance and harmony for material that determines the final growing high-quality grapes. By using the best grapes from quality of a wine. Wine grapes are one vineyard, the vineyard characteristics are allowed to significantly influenced by climate, shine through giving the wine another exclusive aspect. topography, and soil which are often The Yakima Valley AVA is home to the highest number of expressed by a wine region. acclaimed vineyards than any AVA in Washington. In Washington state, winemakers don’t have to own We know of many great wine regions throughout the vineyards to make delicious wine. By relying on trusted world. Getting beyond the basic wine growing area and growers, vintners procure grapes to craft pours that are into the finer details of a specific vineyard can make a uniquely theirs. If you travel through a Yakima Valley remarkable impact on the final wine. The best vineyards vineyard, you are likely to see markers with the name grow the best wine. In the Yakima Valley those vineyards of the winery receiving grapes from the identified are typically on a south facing hillside with very rocky soil vineyard row. This helps create consistency in the wine and little water. year after year. "Single vineyard," also referred to as "vineyard designate," Vineyard designate wines are most often the best of both is a term used in the wine industry to indicate that the wine the vineyard and winery, showcasing true characteristics of in the bottle comes from a single vineyard site. U.S. law a single varietal wine. dictates that at least 95 percent of the grapes used to make Yakima Valley vineyards are named on many outstanding a single vineyard wine must come from that site. wines. When you visit local wineries, or look through Vineyard designate wines are the best expressions of the the shelves at your local wine shop, keep an eye out for vineyard and typically the highest quality wine from the vineyard designate wines, a sure sign of quality. winemaker. The fruit is grown in elements best suited to
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18 I Covet Cellars 2911 Roza Dr, Zillah, 98953 | 509.207.7158 | covetwine.com | [email protected] WINE COMMUNITY Hours: Mid-Feb–Nov, Thurs–Sun 11a–5p; otherwise by appointment Tasting Fee: $5, waived with $20 purchase Varietals: Sémillon, Rosé, Merlot, Red Blends Bottle to Bring Home: Sémillon
Cultura Wine 3601 Highland Dr, Zillah, 98953 | culturawine.com | [email protected] Hours: Mar–Nov, Sat–Sun 11a–5p. Also open for Wine Yakima Valley events and Fridays for three-day weekends. Open by tasting appointments, Mon–Fri 1p–5p. For tasting appointment, please email us at [email protected]. E T 0 To Tasting Fee: Tasting fees donated to various charities and organizations through our “Taste for Charity” program. Yakima Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Estate Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Estate Zinfandel and Red Blends Lombard Loop Rd Bottle to Bring Home: Any of our handcrafted reds
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19 Knight Hill Winery 5330 Lombard Lp Rd, Zillah, 98953 | 509.865.5654 | knighthillwine.com | [email protected] Hours: Presidents Day weekend–Nov, Daily 11a–5p. Dec–Jan, by appointment. Tasting Fee: $5, waived with purchase. Varietals: Bordeaux Blend, Syrah, Verdelho, White Burgundy Blend, Chardonnay, Grenache, Cabernet Franc Bottle to Bring Home: Syrah
Maison de Padgett Winery 2231 Roza Dr, Zillah, 98953 | 509.829.6412 | maisondepadgettwinery.com Hours: Fri–Sun 11a–5p; Closed Dec–Feb (Open Presidents Day weekend) Tasting Fee: $5. With a wine purchase, any return visit to Maison de Padgett or Horizon's Edge Winery will receive a complimentary tasting. Varietals: Reds, Whites (Dry and Semi Sweet), Rosé, Desserts, Ports Bottle to Bring Home: Smoking Gun Coffee Port Style Dessert Wine
Masset Winery 620 E Parker Heights Rd, Wapato, 98951 | 509.877.6675 | massetwinery.com Hours: Feb–Nov, Fri–Mon 11a–5:30p; Dec–Jan by appointment Tasting Fee: $5, waived with wine purchase Varietals: Syrah, Petit Sirah, Tempranillo, Sangiovese, Zinfandel, Primativo, Barbera, Merlot, Red Blends, Chardonnay, Late Harvest Riesling, Grenache, Petite Verdot Bottle to Bring Home: Syrah
Paradisos del Sol Estate Winery and Organic Vineyard 3230 Highland Dr, Zillah, 98953 | 509.829.9000 | paradisosdelsol.com | [email protected] Hours: Daily 11a–6p; Call first during winter Tasting Fee: $10, waived with $20 purchase Varietals: Rosé, Oyster White, Sève, Riesling, B’s Blend, Sangiovese, Paradisos Red, Zort, Angelica Bottle to Bring Home: Sève
Portteus Winery Inc. 5201 Highland Dr, Zillah, 98953 | 509.829.6970 | portteus.com | [email protected], [email protected] Hours: Daily 10a–5p Tasting Fee: Tasting fee waived with purchase Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Zinfandel, Sangiovese, Tempranillo, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Barbera, Viognier, Chardonnay, Orange Muscat and Port Bottle to Bring Home: Zinfandel
Severino Cellars 1717 1st Ave, Zillah, 98953 | 509.829.3800 | severinocellars.com | [email protected] Hours: Mar–Nov, Mon–Sat 10a–6p, Sun Noon–6p; Dec–Feb, Sat 11a–4p Tasting Fee: $5, waived with purchase Varietals: Riesling, Viognier, Red Blend, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon Bottle to Bring Home: Severino Red
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20 Tanjuli Winery 209 N Bonair Rd, Zillah, 98953 | 509.654.9753 | tanjuli.com | [email protected] Hours: Apr, May & Nov, Fri–Sun 11a–4p; June–Oct, Daily 11a–4:30p; Open Presidents' Day weekend, otherwise by appointment or chance Tasting Fee: $5, waived with bottle purchase Varietals: Carménère, Nebbiolo,Malbec, Pinot Noir, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangrantino, Aglianico, Mourvèdre, Picpoul Blanc, Viognier, Orange Muscat, Black Muscat Port Bottle to Bring Home: Estate Carmenere
Two Mountain Winery 2151 Cheyne Rd, Zillah, 98953 | 509.829.3900 | twomountainwinery.com | [email protected] Hours: Mid-Feb–End of Nov, Daily 10a–6p. Closed for certain holidays. Otherwise open by appointment or by chance. Tasting Fee: $5, waived with $20 wine purchase Varietals: Riesling, Rosé, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Red Bordeaux Blend, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Reserve Cabernet Franc, Touriga National Port, Brother’s Reserve wines (Bordeaux Blend, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon) Bottle to Bring Home: Reserve Cabernet Franc
VanArnam Vineyards 1305 Gilbert Rd, Zillah, 98953 | 360.904.4800 | vanarnamvineyards.com Hours: Valentine's weekend–Thanksgiving weekend, Fri Noon–6p, Sat 10a–6p, Sun 10a–5p; Otherwise by appointment Tasting Fee: $10, waived with $30 purchase Varietals: Riesling, Viognier, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Red Blend, Rosé Bottle to Bring Home: Reserve Cabernet
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One of the best wine regions in France, along with Bordeaux and Burgundy, is the Rhône Valley. It is a large, warm grape growing area known by oenophiles for its exceptional wines. Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre are the most common reds from the region, in addition to GSM, a blend of the three.
During the 1990s, Syrah, one of the most notable Rhône state,” said Hattrup. varietals, fell out of favor with consumers. Vineyards in “Winemakers drove the interest. It’s something new and California had been over-planted, flooding the market with a good way for wineries to expand their portfolio,” Hattrup bargain priced grapes. The over-production and questionable explained, adding, “There is plenty of Syrah available; by quality caused everyone to pull back. The wine was difficult adding Grenache and Mourvèdre, winemakers can make a to sell. nice GSM. It’s a style that discerning wine consumers might In Washington, most specifically Yakima Valley, Syrah was be familiar with.” just getting started. Yakima’s Mike Sauer planted the state’s Today, many of the Rhône-style wines are interesting, first Syrah at his Red Willow Vineyard in 1986. The grapes desirable, and marketable. Much of Washington’s success went into Columbia Winery’s 1988 vintage: Washington’s with these up-and-coming wines can be attributed to the first commercial Syrah. The wine received critical acclaim, quality of the grapes grown here. even from French Rhône producers. The quality was clearly Once considered difficult to sell, the demand for Syrah in the bottle. and other Rhône-style varieties continue to rise. In 2016, Meanwhile, in the Yakima Valley, Joe Hattrup, owner of Syrah was the third top producer among red wine grapes in Elephant Mountain Vineyard was planting test plots with Washington State with a harvest of more than 21,000 tons. various grape varieties to determine what would grow well Much of that goes into single varietal Syrah, but more and on his steep, rocky site. He discovered that Rhône-style more is becoming part of Washington’s growing Rhône-style grape varieties were well suited to the heat of his high- wine scene, notably blends such as GSM. elevation vineyard. Although the focus has been on reds, the white Rhône The fruit from Elephant Mountain is exceptional. Its wines are creating just as much excitement. Viognier quality has created demand from vintners all over the is probably the best known of the white varietals in state. Winemakers purchasing grapes from the vineyard Washington, others include Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, encouraged him to plant more Rhône varieties; “They saw Roussanne and Picpoul. the opportunity for a new style of wine in Washington
Rhône-style wines are excellent for summer. The whites are great to savor during the heat, and the reds are a perfect wine for anything barbecued. Grenache is light in color with flavors of red fruit, Mourvèdre is a rich dark wine, similar to Syrah, with a raspberry, black cherry, strawberry with spice, citrus more lingering finish. Its strong tannins add structure and (grapefruit), and tobacco. Although Grenache is light in floral aromas to the blend. Flavors include blackberry, color it adds high alcohol levels to the blend giving GSM plum, smoke and pepper. This up-and-coming wine is wines a long tingly finish. delicious as a single varietal wine. If you enjoy Cabernet Syrah is a big, dark jammy wine with fruit flavors of Sauvignon, you will like Mourvèdre. blackberry and plum. Some taste a savory flavor along Viognier is a full-bodied white wine that originated with tobacco and a lot of spicy peppery notes. Syrah is in southern France. Loved for its perfumed aromas of responsible for some of the darkest full-bodied red wines peach, tangerine and honeysuckle, Viognier can also be in the world. Popular in a blend or alone, look for this oak-aged to add a rich creamy taste with hints of vanilla. popular wine while visiting Yakima Valley wineries. If you love bolder white wines like Chardonnay, Viognier is definitely something you’ll like to swirl. 22 © Richard Duval Images 23 R ER WINE COMMUNITY
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Co Dinn Cellars 501 Grant Ave, Sunnyside, 98944 | 509.840.2314 | codinncellars.com | [email protected] Hours: Thurs–Sun 11a–5p, or by appointment Tasting Fee: $10 Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Syrah, GSM Red Blend, Bordeaux Red Blend Bottle to Bring Home: Cabernet Sauvignon Painted Hills Vineyard
Côte Bonneville 1413 E Edison Ave, Sunnyside, 98944 | 509.840.4596 | cotebonneville.com | [email protected] Hours: Wed–Sun 10a–5p. Reserve tastings and DuBrul Vineyard tours by appointment. Tasting Fee: $10 Varietals: Bordeaux Blends, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Syrah, Riesling, Cabernet Franc Rosé Bottle to Bring Home: Carriage House Bordeaux Blend, Estate Bottled, DuBrul Vineyard
24 Fortuity Cellars 114 Grandridge Rd, Grandview, 98930 | 425.200.5553 | fortuitycellars.com | [email protected] Hours: Apr–Oct, Sat Noon–5p, and by appointment, just call or email anytime. Tasting Fee: $10, waived with any bottle purchase Varietals: Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec/Syrah Blend, Pinot Noir, Rosé of Cinsault, Chardonnay, Viognier Bottle to Bring Home: Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, Heart of the Hill Vineyard
Yakima Valley Vintners 110 Grandridge Rd, Grandview, 98930 | 509.882.7069 | yakimavalleyvintners.com Hours: Fri 2p–5p; Sat 11a–5p; or by appointment Tasting Fee: $5, refunded with bottle purchase Varietals: Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Petit Verdot, Carménère, Lemberger, Primitivo, Zinfandel, Bordeaux Style Red Blends Bottle to Bring Home: Primitivo
PROSSER 14 Hands Winery 660 Frontier Rd, Prosser, 99350 | 509.786.5514 | 14hands.com | [email protected] Hours: Daily 10a–5p Tasting Fee: $7 Varietals: Cabernet Franc–Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Dry Gewürztraminer, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Late Harvest Viognier, Brut, Brut Rosé, Chardonnay, Hot to Trot Red and White Blends, Moscato, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc Bottle to Bring Home: Vintage Series Red Blend
Airfield Estates Winery 560 Merlot Dr, Prosser, 99350 | 509.786.7401 | airfieldwines.com | [email protected] Hours: Summer: Mon–Thurs 11a–5p, Fri–Sun 10a–6p; Winter: Daily 11a–5p Tasting Fee: $5, refundable with bottle purchase Varietals: Moscato, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Riesling, Late Harvest Riesling, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Barbera, Petit Verdot, Sangiovese Rosé Bottle to Bring Home: Aviator
Barrel Springs Winery 46601 N Gap Rd, Prosser, 99350 | 509.786.3166 | barrelspringswinery.com Hours: Feb 17–Nov, Thurs–Mon 10a–5p; Dec–Feb 16, by appointment Tasting Fee: $5, refundable with bottle purchase Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Chardonnay, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Pinot Gris, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, BS Red (Bordeaux-style blend) Bottle to Bring Home: 2014 Syrah
Chinook Wines Wittkopf Lp & Wine Country Rd, Prosser, 99350 | 509.786.2725 | chinookwines.com Hours: May–Oct, Sat–Sun Noon–5p Tasting Fee: Applies to any visits outside our published hours Varietals: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Cabernet Franc (red & rosé), Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot Bottle to Bring Home: 2014 Yakima Valley Cabernet Franc
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25 © Richard Duval Images Duval © Richard WIT CELLARS it Cellars is one of the newest wineries to open its doors in the Yakima Valley. Following their dreams, three friends full of Wtalent, ideas and the passion to create exceptional wines started a new winery in Prosser. Prior to their partnership, all three worked together at a winery just down the road. Owners Flint Nelson, Cat Warwick, and Gina Royer bring decades of experience and passion to Wit Cellars. The winery offers eight wines including a Rosé, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and more. "Wit" speaks to thoughtful, meaningful interactions with friends, a lightness of mood, and certain elegance of style – which is the spirit of Wit Cellars.
County Line Tasting Room: Smasne Cellars & 2dor Wines 500 Merlot Dr, Prosser, 99350 | 509.786.0060 | smasnecellars.com | 2dorwines.com Hours: Feb–Nov, Daily 11a–5p; Dec–Jan, Seasonal hours Tasting Fee: $10, refundable with wine purchase Varietals: Albariño, Aligote, Chardonnay, Viognier, Roussanne, Marsanne, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Carménère, Cabernet Franc, Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Tempranillo, Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot, Port and Rosé Bottle to Bring Home: 2dor: Estate Malbec | Smasne: Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon
Domanico Cellars 24901 N. Crosby Rd, Prosser, 99350 | 206.465.9406 | domanicocellars.com | [email protected] Hours: Apr–Nov, Thurs–Sun 11a–5p; Other days by appointment; Dec–Mar, seasonal hours Tasting Fee: $8, refundable with purchase Varietals: Old Vine Merlot, Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon, Old Vine Lemberger, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Tinta Roriz fortified port style, Carménère, Malbec, Bordeaux Blends, Old Vine Chardonnay, Sémillon, Sauvingnon Blanc, Old Vine Dry Riesling, Old Vine Muscat, Rosé Bottle to Bring Home: Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon, Bordeaux Blends, Old Vine Riesling
Pontin del Roza Winery 35502 N Hinzerling Rd, Prosser, 99350 | 509.786.4449 | pontindelroza.com | [email protected] Hours: Feb–Nov, Wed–Sun 11a–4p; Dec–Jan, seasonal hours Tasting Fee: $5 Varietals: Carménère, Sangiovese, Dolcetto, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Chenin Blanc, Rosé, Syrah, Malbec Bottle to Bring Home: Carménère
Thurston Wolfe Winery 588 Cabernet Ct, Prosser, 99350 | 509.786.3313 | thurstonwolfe.com Hours: Feb, Sat–Sun Noon–5p; Mar–Dec, Thurs–Sun 11a–5p; Dec, Fri–Sun Noon–4p; Closed January Tasting Fee: $5 Varietals: Pinot-Gris/Viognier, Dr Wolfe's Family Red, Lemberger, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Tourgia Nacional Port Bottle to Bring Home: Zinfandel
Wit Cellars 2880 Lee Rd, Ste A, Prosser, 99350 | 509.786.1311 | witcellars.com | [email protected] 26 Hours: Summer, Thurs–Mon 11a–5p; Winter, Thurs–Sun 11a–5p; January by appointment Tasting Fee: $10, refundable with purchase Varietals: Rosé, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Chardonnay, Red Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Bordeaux blend, Malbec, Petite Verdot, Syrah Bottle to Bring Home: Cabernet Franc
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27 CATACLYSMIC EVENTS LEAD TO TRUE TYPICITY
The Yakima Valley AVA was formed by a series of cataclysmic events that began 15 million years ago.
Volcanoes created lava, ash, and volcanic sediment while ice age glaciers and floods brought pebbles, stones, granite, and quartzite to the region. The earthquakes compressed and wrinkled the land creating ridges running east-west. In the terms of wine quality, these historic occurrences translate into soils The 1980 eruption of Mt. St. that allow grapes and wines to be Helens laid down ash deposits to completely true to their varietal the Yakima Valley soils. character, or typicity.
TYPICITY: The degree to which a wine reflects its varietal origins and thus demonstrates the signature characteristics of the grape from which it was produced. Typicity is the standard of the varietal.
Following are three popular wine varietals grown in Washington, and the standard tasting profile of each: Cabernet Sauvignon When choosing a Northwest Cabernet Sauvignon, expect a fruity character from this complex grape. In its youth, the wine appears subtle and restrained. This wine ages beautifully, its character can emerge as black currants, cherry, berry, chocolate, leather, mint, herbs, bell pepper or any combination of these. Syrah The first Syrah grapes in Washington were planted in the Yakima Valley in 1986. Syrah is one of the Rhône varieties sparking great interest in the Valley. A spicy, rich, complex varietal, Syrah grapes turn into big, dark, intensely-concentrated wines with aromas and flavors of blackberries, black currants, roasted coffee and leather. Merlot Plantings of Merlot in the Yakima Valley date back to 1972 when the wine became popular as a single varietal. Merlot is often used as a blending grape as it adds softness, depth, and complexity to the wine.
© Richard Duval Images Duval © Richard It tends to be full-bodied with complex cherry aromas and flavors of red fruit, mint and spices such as nutmeg or cardamom. It has moderate tannins and slightly higher acidity than those from California.
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Badger Rd W Gum St E T 09 9 th To 27 Ave St Washington Oregon To Oregon Chandler Reach Vineyards 9506 W Chandler Rd, Benton City, 99320 | 509.588.8800 | chandlerreach.com | [email protected] Hours: Feb–Dec, Thurs–Mon 11a–5p Tasting Fee: $10, waived with minimum wine purchase; $15 reserve tasting Varietals: Chardonnay, Patio (Sangiovese blend), Corella (Tuscan-style Sangiovese blend), Brunello (Sangiovese clone), Ventoso (Merlot), Carménère, Monte Regalo (Bordeaux-style blend), Brevetatta (Syrah blend), Syrah, Reserve Sangiovese, Reserve Cabernet Franc, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Reserve Barbera Bottle to Bring Home: 2013 Parris Reserve Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
Cooper Wine Company 35306 N Sunset Rd, Benton City, 99320 | 509.588.2667 | cooperwinecompany.com Hours: Daily Noon–5p, by appointment Tasting Fee: $15 Varietals: Carménère, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Various BDX Blends, Tempranillo, Nebbiolo, Chardonnay Bottle to Bring Home: Estate Red Mountain Carmenere
30 Hightower Cellars 19418 E 583 PR NE, Benton City, 99320 | 509.588.2867 | hightowercellars.com Hours: Thurs–Mon 11a–5p Tasting Fee: $10, applicable towards wine purchase Varietals: Red blends (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec), Syrah, Rosé Bottle to Bring Home: Estate Blend
Kitzke Cellars 72308 E 260 PR NE, Richland, 99352 | 509.628.9442 | kitzkecellars.com Hours: Summer, Thurs–Mon 11a–5p; Call for winter hours & private tasting by appointment Tasting Fee: $10, refunded with purchase Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Viognier, Syrah Bottle to Bring Home: Candy Ridge Vineyard, Barrel Select - Field Blend
Purple Star Winery, Muret-Gaston Winery, Native Sun Winery 56504 N. East Roza Rd, Benton City, 99320 | 509.628.7799 | purplestarwines.com Hours: Wed–Sun 11a–5p; extended for special events Tasting Fee: $10, refundable with purchase Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Rosé, Chardonnay Bottle to Bring Home: 2015 Muret-Gaston Petit Verdot
Sleeping Dog Wines 45804 N Whitmore PR NW, Benton City, 99320 | 509.460.2886 | sleepingdogwines.com Hours: Apr–Nov, Fri–Sun 11a–5p; Event weekends; Otherwise open by appointment or chance Tasting Fee: $10 each for groups of six or more Varietals: Merlot, Syrah, Malbec, Petite Sarah, Carménère, Montepulciano, Pound Puppy, Faux Paw, Dolcetto, Carménère Rosé, Sauvignon Blanc, Sweet Aurora (Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc), Ciel de Chien (red blend) Bottle to Bring Home: Montepulciano
Tapteil Vineyard Winery 20206 E 583 PR NE, Benton City, 99320 | 509.588.4460 | tapteil.com Hours: Mar–Nov, Fri–Sun 11a–5p; Jun–Sept, Thurs–Sun, 11a–5p; Also open special event weekends and by appointment Tasting Fee: $10, refundable with purchase Varietals: Cabernet, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Riesling Bottle to Bring Home: Cabernet Sauvignon
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31 © Richard Duval Images TERRA BLANCA WINERY& ESTATE VINEYARD amily owned and operated, Terra Blanca began as the vision of Keith and ReNae Pilgrim. With their combined passion for wine and adventurous spirit, the founding Fof Terra Blanca quickly became a reality. After purchasing virgin land in a desert consisting of sagebrush located on the southwest slopes of what has become recognized as one the world’s great growing regions, Keith and ReNae began development of their Red Mountain vineyard and winery in early 1993. Terra Blanca crushed their first grapes in the autumn of that same year with purchased fruit and crushed their first estate- grown grapes in the fall of 1997. Currently, Terra Blanca has over 100 acres of vines in production with more added each year. Latin for “white earth,” Terra Blanca signifies the white carbonate-rich soils in its estate vineyard. The high-mineral, high-carbonate soils, along with the warm, dry and breezy southwest exposure allows Terra Blanca’s vineyard to produce concentrated grapes with a defined sense of place. Perched on the southwest slope of Red Mountain, Terra Blanca’s Tuscan-inspired architecture includes a beautifully appointed tasting room where you can expect breathtaking panoramic views of the lower Yakima Valley as well as a wine tasting experience like no other.
Terra Blanca Winery & Estate Vineyard 34715 N Demoss Rd, Benton City, 99320 | 509.588.6082 | terrablanca.com | [email protected] Hours: Mar–Oct, Daily 10a–6p; Nov–Feb, Daily 11a–5p Tasting Fee: $10, refundable with bottle purchase Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Nebbiolo, Sangiovese, Barbera, Dolcetto, Chardonnay, Marsanne, Roussanne, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Chenin Blanc Bottle to Bring Home: 2013 ONYX
Tucannon Cellars 40504 N Demoss Rd, Benton City, 99320 | 509.545.9588 | tucannoncellars.com Hours: Thurs, Sun & Mon 11a–5p; Fri–Sat 11a–6p Tasting Fee: $10, refundable with purchase Varietals: Malbec, Carménère, Gewürztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Semillion, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon Bottle to Bring Home: 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon
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Dining Fat Olives Terra Blanca Vineyard Grill Restaurant 34715 N Demoss Rd, Benton City 99320 • 509.588.6082 & Catering terrablanca.com/Vineyard-Grill 255 Williams Blvd, Richland 99354 • 509.946.6404 Visitor Services fatolivesrichland.com Fat Olives Restaurant & Catering Visit Tri-Cities is located in the heart of Richland. 130 W. Grandridge Blvd, Ste B, Kennewick, WA 99336 Taking advantage of local farming 800.254.5824 • 509.735.8486 • visittri-cities.com and agriculture, they feature fresh specials every night including a fresh catch, butcher block, and many Professional Services others. They also feature a large Moss Adams gluten free and vegan menu. Their 8836 Gage Blvd, Ste 201-A, Kennewick 99336 wine list was recently rewarded 509.544.5010 • 800.475.7750 • mossadams.com the Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator magazine.
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150 mile drive from Seattle 150 mile drive from Spokane Washington YAKIMA VALLEY APPELLATION 150 mile drive from Portland
The wineries and growers of the Yakima Valley invite you to use this guide as a roadmap to Washington’s first wine-producing region. Yakima Valley Wine Country is a scenic and leisurely two to three hour drive from Seattle, Portland or Spokane.
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