Our Story
Canoe Ridge Vineyard is one of Washington State’s most recognized wineries, with its namesake vineyard established in 1989 in the Horse Heaven Hills American Viticultural Area. Varieties are focused on Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. The name comes from a ridge by the vineyard located along the mid-Columbia River, near the town of Paterson. The famed explorers Lewis & Clark named this crest of land as the journeyed down the Columbia River in 1805. From the river, the adventurers thought the ridge resembled an overturned canoe. The Walla Walla-based winery marked its 20th anniversary in 2014.
Our Vineyards
Planted in 1989, nearly all of our grapes are sourced from our namesake vineyard in the Horse Heaven Hills AVA. Perched on a breathtaking ridge above the Columbia River, the vines are planted on their own roots on a sloping ridge at 425-740 feet in elevation.
“What I appreciate most about the Canoe Ridge Vineyard is the Merlot it produces. I age it in a modest amount of French oak; just enough to let the beautiful fruit and fine tannins shine through.”
— Haydn Mouat, Winemaker
Our Wines
The Northwest taste for adventure meets uncompromised quality with poised,
balanced wines sourced from the Horse Heaven Hills.
Join the (Wine) Club
Join our wine club to get exclusive Canoe Ridge Vineyard wines at an exceptional value, enjoy invitations to club-only events and receive special discounts at the tasting room.
Visit Us
45 E Main Street
Walla Walla, WA 99362
Hours
Open Daily 11am - 5pm
Phone
(509) 525-1843