Red Mountain is arguable Washington’s most well-defined and distinctive viticulture area, in large part due to its geography. A moderately steep slope facing southwest which rises above a sharp bend in the Yakima River, Red Mountain is one of the hottest sites in the state, and ripens Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and a wide variety of Rhone grapes such as Syrah exceptionally well. The sandy loam soil is high in calcium and alkaline, which is reflected in the quality of the grapes that grow here. The AVA totals 4,040 acres, with just 700 under vine.

Red Mountain is home to some of Washington’s most prestigious vineyards such as Ceil du Cheval and Klipsun, and EFESTĒ has recently planted its own estate vineyard on the mountain.

Vineyards:
Ceil du Cheval – Syrah
End of the Road Ranch – Syrah
Kiona Vineyard – Cabernet Sauvignon
Klipsun Vineyard – Merlot, Syrah, & Cabernet Sauvignon