Desert Wind is the original name of the vineyard site planted by the Fries family in 1993. The name refers to the climate in eastern Washington where the vineyard is planted. The brand was released to the public in 2001; the winery opened in February 2007. Wines Desert Wind’s current case production is greater than 25,000 cases per year with a capacity to produce 200,000 cases annually. Desert Wind currently produces the following wines: Chardonnay Viognier Semillon Sauvignon Blanc Riesling Cabernet Sauvignon Ruah (red meritage) Merlot Syrah Barbera Sangiovese Late Harvest Gewurztraminer Vineyards All wines are produced using estate fruit from the Desert Wind and Sacagawea vineyards on the Wahluke slope in Washington’s Columbia Valley. The vineyards are considered Zone 3, the hottest zone in the region. Temperatures often reach 110° F during the day but dip to a cool 50° F at night, producing ripe fruit with firm acidity. The 540 acres of vineyards face south with a two percent downhill slope; soil is shallow and rocky with excellent drainage. Winery and Tasting Room The winery is located at 2258 Wine Country Road in Prosser, WA. The facility is easily visible from Hwy. 82 (at exit 82) and is near I‐90 and the Yakima River. The winery property lies adjacent to the future home of the Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center. The Southwestern‐themed tasting room is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. May – September, and 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. October – April. The spacious tasting room feels like a comfortable hotel lobby, with a large kiva‐style fireplace and French doors leading to a patio overlooking the Yakima River. Tours of the production facility are available by appointment. Guest Suites Desert Wind offers luxury guest accommodations in four spacious guest suites. Full‐season room rates are $250‐$300 per night based on double occupancy; rates vary seasonally and according to room type. In‐suite amenities include kiva‐style gas fireplaces, balconies overlooking the Yakima River, high‐speed wireless internet, plasma satellite televisions, Bose sound systems, his‐and‐her spa robes, and a morning breakfast bar. All guest suites are non‐
smoking; children under 12 and pets are not allowed. Private Events at Desert Wind A banquet room and commercial, state‐of‐the‐art professional kitchen are available for private use. An in‐house event coordinator is available to help with the details. For reservations contact us at 509.786.7277. 2258 Wine Country Road Prosser, WA 99350 Phone: 509.786.7277 866.921.7277 Fax: 509.786.3382 [email protected] www.desertwindwinery.com