Dionysus Vineyard
Sitting at an elevation of 640 - 800 feet, Dionysus Vineyard overlooks the Columbia river and Rattlesnake Mountains. This 152-acre vineyard was planted in 1971, making it one of the oldest and most respected vineyards in the state.
Dionysus Vineyard is a 150-acre vineyard on the east side of the Columbia River, north of Kennewick, Washington. Among one of the oldest vineyards in Washington State, it was planted in 1973, with its flagship varietal being Cabernet Sauvignon. Dionysus overlooks the Columbia River at 600-900 feet elevation on a southwestern slope. The site is warm with great air movement, avoiding both frost and high temperatures. Farming is managed by Lacey Lybeck.
Vineyard Information
- SOIL TYPE
Sagehill very fine sandy loam with 10-15% slope
- ASPECT TO THE SUN
Petit Verdot: Off Access, Merlot: North South
- FARM PRACTICES
Sustainable
- YEAR PLANTED
Petit Verdot: 2004, Merlot: 1991
- ELEVATION
600-900 ft
- VINE SPACING
9' x 5'