Our Wines
Join the journey with true-to-varietal wines from Washington state’s Columbia Valley AVA for an authentic Northwest sense of adventure.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Raspberry, vanilla, and warm spices with a lingering finish.
Merlot
Ripe cherry, brambleberry jam, dark chocolate, and fine tannins.
Chardonnay
Fresh pineapple, apricot, and butter with a toasty finish.
Syrah
Dark cherries, fresh tobacco, and black pepper with a round finish.
Why Washington?
Encompassing approximately 18,000 square miles and 11 million acres in area, the Columbia Valley appellation sprawls across almost half of Washington state and contains 99% of wine grapes grown in the state. East of the Cascade Mountains, a rain shadow creates the perfect climate for wine grapes (arid desert, with less annual rainfall than Phoenix, AZ). Exceptionally long, sunny days (average of 2.5 more hours of daily sun than California in peak season) and cool nights result in great acidity, ripeness and full flavor. Dry growing conditions and sandy soils offset many pests and diseases, so vines grow on their own rootstocks; vines also enjoy dormancy for health, hardiness and consistent quality.
Meet the Winemaker:
Hal Landviogt
With more than 30 years of wine industry experience, winemaker Hal Landvoigt has traveled to many wine regions around the world, cultivating a unique and unpretentious wine making style. Hal enjoys selecting the perfect lots among Washington’s high-quality Columbia Valley vineyards to create the perfect wines for Vintage Upper Left. He drives the spirit of easy-drinking and unpretentious wines to enjoy for all occasions.