Candy Mountain
Columbia Valley
A small, south-facing slope near Richland, Washington. The warm, sheltered position and sandy soils produce ripe, accessible Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah.
The wines of Candy Mountain are made primarily from Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and other Columbia Valley varieties.
Vineyard Map
Climate
The south-facing exposure and sheltered position against the hillside creates a notably warm microclimate that extends the growing season and promotes full ripening. The sandy soils warm quickly during the day and provide excellent heat retention, making it one of the warmest sites in the Columbia Valley.
Terroir
The Candy Mountain AVA sits atop Columbia River Basalt Group formations, with layers of Missoula Flood sediments including sandy loess deposits overlying the basalt bedrock. The well-draining sandy soils combined with the underlying fractured basalt create excellent drainage while allowing vine roots to penetrate deep into the basalt fractures for water access during dry periods.
Grapes of Columbia Valley
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