Estate Vineyards Shaped by Eastern Washington’s Unique Geology

Horse Heaven Hills, AVA

Perched high on basalt bluffs above the Columbia River, The Cliffs vineyard takes its name from the dramatic dark rock formations that define the landscape. These ancient volcanic remnants and sandy loam soils naturally stress the vines, resulting in smaller berries and concentrated flavor.

Warm, sunny days in Horse Heaven Hills are balanced by persistent winds that cool the vineyard each evening, preserving acidity and allowing the grapes to ripen with power and elegance.

Beverly, WA AVA

Set on a steep slope above the Columbia River in the newly established Beverly AVA, this rugged estate site sits among old-growth sagebrush in one of the warmest, driest areas of the Columbia Valley. Hot days, steady winds, and sandy loam soils—formed by the ancient Missoula Floods—create naturally stressed vines and small, concentrated berries.

These conditions are ideal for heat-loving Rhône varieties, producing bold, powerful wines with depth and intensity.

Rattlesnake Hills, AVA

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.