Few places in the historic Northwest Territory resonate with such power as does the stretch of spectacular, elevated land where Maryhill Winery & Amphitheatre overlook vineyards and orchards and the eastern end of the famed Columbia River Gorge southwest of Goldendale, Washington.

      Celebrating, honoring and sharing the beauty of this powerful spot was the intention from the start when Craig and Vicki Leuthold conceived and developed all that today comprises the Maryhill experience.  Now combining more than 20 years of wine-industry expertise, they look back on the family skills and passions brought to the table of their shared dream.  Today, that dream is a famed reality.

       In addition to sharing a dream, the Leutholds share a philosophy that is the foundation Maryhill Winery... that the vine is trained for vintages to come and the wine is crafted unique to each harvest past.  For the visitor and wine enthusiast this time-honored approach to winemaking is only enhanced by the Maryhill extraordinary location with its surrounding estate vineyards.

The Winery & Tasting Room Experience

       Imagine arriving at Maryhill Winery on a 90ºF-day for a first-time visit.  You park your car, and step out into a blast of dry heat.  Dwarfed by your surroundings, you are awestruck by a 360º expanse of raw, rugged land and the yawning gap of the Columbia Gorge that dramatically divides the states of Washington and Oregon.

       Eagerly, you head toward the inviting shade of a grapevine and flowered lattice covering the large deck that is the entryway of the Maryhill tasting room. You realize how hot you are and quicken your pace toward the shade.  Nearing the promise of relief from the sun's searing heat, you catch your breath as an increasingly beautiful and expansive landscape — dramatic and unspoiled, beyond and below — comes into view.  Does it get any better than this, you wonder... just as a fine mist of water cools your flushed face as you cross the threshold of the latticed deck. 

       Refreshed and stimulated, you swing open the doors of the main entrance to Maryhill's 3,000-square-foot tasting room and gift shop.  A visual flood of impressions swamps your senses.  Framed by windows to the west, Mt. Hood dominates the view, promising peak pleasure for the approaching sunset hour.  To your right, a darkly aged Brunswick Bar demands attention as the focal point of the large room.  Stretching a full 20 feet long with a 12-foot high back bar, you learn this beauty was made in the early 1900s, quarter-sawn from Tiger Oak and finished with exquisite wood carvings and inset mirrors.  A number of people are enjoying tastes of Maryhill wines being poured by friendly and obviously well informed staff. 

       Once you decide which wine you like most — not an easy task, you can take a glass to a fireside table and enjoy dramatic views through the adjacent glass wall.  If you want to experience fresh, dry air with your view, you can walk out to the trellised deck on the west side of the tasting room or back to the east side with its wind-protected, grapevine-covered arbor... both are platforms for unprecedented views of the mountains of the Columbia Basin and the geology of the Columbia River Gorge.  What a great way to end your wine-tasting day!

Tasting Room Hours:  
Daily - 10:00 to 6:00 pm
(Last tasting served 5:30)
($5 fee per tasting flight;
fee refunded with bottle purchase)
Closed: Thanksgiving Day,
Christmas Eve & Christmas Day,
New Year's Eve & New Year's Day;
Open for purchases only 1st week of Jan.

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The Wines and the Winemaker

       Maryhill vineyards are focused on producing premium red wines, with special attention to Syrah and Sangiovese.  The winery's larger vineyards include blocks of Zinfandel, Viognier, Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon vines;  smaller sections are planted to Cabernet Franc, Petite Merlot, Malbec and Grenache.  Maryhill also contracts with select premier vineyards in other Columbia Valley wine regions to grow for Maryhill Winery.  By using vineyards planted on both the Oregon and the Washington side of the Columbia River, Maryhill wines capture the unique and individual flavors of diverse growing regions best suited for specific varietals.  "I've worked with many different varietals and blends," notes winemaker, Richard Batchelor, "both in my native New Zealand and Napa Valley, and I am constantly impressed by the quality and diversity of grapes we have to work with here in Washington state.  We're in an incredibly unique position, being able to create nearly 40 top-quality wines from grapes grown within a single region."

Ask Maryhill about their custom labeling service.

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The Amphitheater

       Dramatic views of precipitous canyon walls and sloping open lands inspired early, famed road builders of the Columbia River Gorge, just as they inspire travelers, residents and wine producers today... including the Leutholds.  They saw the land adjacent to the east side of their winery as a perfect natural site for enjoying outdoor concerts.  The natural slope of the land became a key element in the development of the Maryhill Amphitheatre.  Pooling their skills and drawing upon their shared passions, the family used all that nature offered - plus a large dose of patience and a balanced approach - to plan and develop what has become one of the most popular destination wineries and outdoor summer-concert venues in the Northwest. 

       It was the summer of 2002 that saw the Maryhill Amphitheatre become a reality.  This 4,000-seat outdoor concert venue used the slope and curve of the land to stair-step grassy areas for blanket spreading, picnic dinners, and plenty of singing, dancing and swaying to the music. 

      The annual eclectic mix of world-class performers scheduled for Summer Concert Series at the Amphitheater is designed to please a wide spectrum of music lovers... even young children lucky enough to attend an outdoor concerts with moms and dads. 

       The Maryhill Amphitheater now hosts thousands of visitors a year, sharing the majesty of place and the quality of wines that is Maryhill. 

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Check the Maryhill Amphitheater calendar

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be sure to sign up for their email-based newsletter.

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There are many reasons to visit Maryhill Winery, so plan on visiting more than once and/or plan to stay for the day.  Each visit will be full and memorable.
 

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Winemaker:
Richard Batchelor

The Vineyards & The Grapes

Average Annual Production:

80,000 cases

Wines Produced:
Syrah, Sangiovese, Zinfandel,
Merlot,  Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir,
Grenache, Barbera, Cabernet Franc,
Malbec, Mourvèdre, Red Blend,
Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc,
Muscat Canelli, Riesling,
Gewürztraminer, Viognier,
Chardonnay, White Blend

     Custom Labeling 

Wine Club   

3,000 sq ft Tasting Room   
Reserve Tasting Room
Picnic Area    Gift Shop   Gift Certificates
4 World-Class Bocce Courts
with picnic area 
4,000 Seat Amphitheater 
Concert Series     Other special events  

Weddings 

Dog & Family Friendly 
Group Tours by arrangement 
Private Events Space Rental

Tasting Room Hours:  
Daily - 10:00 to 6:00 pm
(Last tasting served 5:30)
($5 fee per tasting flight;
fee refunded with bottle purchase)
Closed: Thanksgiving Day,
Christmas Eve & Christmas Day,
New Year's Eve & New Year's Day;
Open for purchases only 1st week of Jan.

Memorial Day Weekend through September:
Maryhill provides free music every weekend all summer long
including jazz, classic rock, R&B, blues, Celtic and folk.
 

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         The focus of Maryhill Winery's estate vineyards is on producing premium red wines, with special attention to Syrah and Sangiovese.  The winery's larger vineyards include blocks planted to Zinfandel, Viognier, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, as well as smaller sections for Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Grenache.  While wines are produced primarily from fruit grown on its estate vineyards along the Columbia River Gorge, Maryhill Winery also contracts with the best of other Washington and Oregon vineyards to fulfill its vision... "to draw out the unique and individual flavors of this rich and diverse growing region."

Take advantage of quantity discounts:
6-11 bottles = 5% discount, 1 case= 10%,
2-3 cases = 15%, 4 cases 20%, Wine Club = 25% all wine