Captivating expressions emerge from stunning locations

DarkRock wines are born from estate vineyards in regions marked by the rare and unique geologic forces that shaped Eastern Washington into a compelling environment for growing wine grapes.

The Cliffs Vineyard

One visit to the spectacular dark rock outcroppings that border The Cliffs vineyard, and you’ll know why we named our wines and designed our label after this fascinating geological formation. These age-old rocks create a unique terroir profile that produces wines with one-of-a-kind character. Planted high atop dramatic basalt bluffs overlooking the Columbia River, this vineyard is surrounded by striking natural structures that harken back to the area’s volcanic history.

The Horse Heaven Hills region enjoys warm sunny days but endures persistent winds that moderate temperatures and cool the vineyard in the evening so the grapes retain a balance of natural acidity. Sandy loam soil creates natural stress on the vines by forcing the roots to find water at lower depths. As a result, the grapes achieve deeper flavor concentration.

The Cliffs provides the core of our DarkRock wines, contributing Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot for our Cabernet bottling and cool-climate Syrah for our Red Blend.

Beverly Vineyard

Our estate Beverly Vineyard, located just north of the Wahluke Slope region, is a breathtaking, untamed piece of land set amidst old-growth sagebrush on a steep slope rising from the Columbia River. Located in the warmest and driest part of the Columbia Valley, Beverly experiences hot temperatures moderated by mild winds that blow across the rugged landscape.

Like The Cliffs, Beverly features sandy loam soils derived from the Missoula Floods that occurred 15,000 years ago. Powerful, concentrated wines result from these conditions, which are perfect for hearty Rhone varieties that crave heat, dry soil, and intense sunlight.

Syrah and Mourvèdre from Beverly add depth and complexity to our DarkRock Cabernet Sauvignon and Red Blend.

Stonemark Vineyard

Stonemark Vineyard is a cool growing site in the Rattlesnake Hills AVA. This vineyard is recognized as one of the classic sites for stunning Washington wines. It is conventionally farmed with no cover crops. Average yields are 5 tons to 7 tons per acre. Stonemark is rocky, rugged ground overlooking the western end of the Yakima Valley that delivers lean, structured, cool-site reds.