Snipes Mountain
Columbia Valley
An isolated butte rising from the Yakima Valley floor, one of Washington's oldest growing areas. The well-drained volcanic soils and southern exposure produce concentrated reds with good natural acidity.
The wines of Snipes Mountain are made primarily from Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and other Columbia Valley varieties.
Vineyard Map
Climate
The isolated butte captures and retains heat during the day while benefiting from cool nighttime air drainage, creating warmer daytime temperatures than the surrounding Yakima Valley floor. This elevation and exposure extends the growing season while preserving natural acidity through significant diurnal temperature variation.
Terroir
Snipes Mountain sits atop Columbia River Basalt bedrock from ancient lava flows, overlain by Missoula Flood sediments that created well-drained sandy loam soils. The elevated butte structure provides excellent drainage, forcing vine roots deep into the volcanic substrata while maintaining good water retention in the loamy topsoil.
Typical Aromas
What it tastes like
Body
Big
Acidity
Fresh
Tannin
Grippy
Oak
Some oak
Ripeness
Rich
Concentration
Medium
Big and fresh, with grippy tannin, some oak and rich fruit; red fruit, black fruit and spice.
red fruit · black fruit · spicy · savoury · floral
Cork's estimate.
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Grapes of Columbia Valley
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