Côtes de Ciel – Walla Walla Tasting Room

Our winemaking approach is an extension of the terroir of the vineyard; what we do and when we do it can have a profound effect on a wine. Everything from deciding when to harvest the grapes, how to crush and press the grapes, fermentation protocol, and barrel selection make a difference. To guide us in our decision making, we adhere to a core set of values: Use the best winemaking team available. Experience is a key to great winemaking. A great team brings a wealth of knowledge to the winemaking process, helping us to make well-informed decisions. Respect the terroir of the vineyard. Our wines should always be an authentic expression of the vineyard’s terroir. The wines should be unique and the voice of the vineyard should come through loud and clear. Innovate. What we do and how we do it can have a profound impact on the wine. Each vineyard’s grapes are unique. Only by trying new approaches can we learn the full potential of the wines.