The Majestic
Sundale
Vineyard
Sundale Vineyard, nestled in the Columbia Valley, WA, is a distinguished estate known for its award-winning wines and ideal growing conditions for Sangiovese. The vineyard’s terroir is defined by shallow soils, Columbia River frontage, and frequent winds, which allow vines to root directly into rich basalt rock. Formed by cooling lava, this basalt is abundant in magnesium and iron, adding unique minerality to the wines. With over 3,000 heat units per year, 300 days of sunshine, and a flat-to-rolling landscape, the vineyard’s modified Washington Sprawl training and careful spur pruning make it perfectly suited for producing premium wines.
Hand-harvested and crafted under the expertise of Peggy Hoag, with consultation from Andrew Schultz of Klipson Vineyards—one of Wine & Spirits Magazine’s Top 25 Vineyards in the World—Sundale’s wines reflect the essence of this unique terroir. The vineyard’s name, derived from the Yakima Sahaptin word aanpama, meaning “for sun,” reflects its sun-drenched landscape. Among its accolades are wins at the Friends of Maryhill Museum Blind Tasting (2005 vintage) and Marcus Whitman Blind Tasting (2015 vintage), attesting to its commitment to quality and heritage.
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Unique vineyard
set in a place of unmatched beauty
The specs
Vineyard Data
Region
The Burn of Columbia Valley AVA
Altitude
300'
Longitude
45°43'44.8"N
Latitude
120°17'37.3"W
Varietals
Sangiovese
Cabernet Sauvignon
Climate
Warm
300 Days of Sun
The
Land
Sundale Vineyard currently encompasses 5 acres of grapevines, with the initial planting of Sangiovese in 2002 leading to the production of Aanpama vintages from 2005 to 2008, later expanded in 2006. In 2012, a northeast block of Sangiovese was added, alongside the southeast block, collectively housing 1 acre of Sangiovese vines.
The estate’s expansion continued with the planting of a 4-acre west block of Cabernet Sauvignon in 2018, marking the inception of Aanpama wines, including the debut of a 100% estate-grown Sangiovese/Cabernet blend in 2021, with further innovations in 2023 led by Klipsan’s vineyard manager, Andrew Schults, to produce premium Cabernet Sauvignon.
Soil
With more than 25 soil types, from clay loam to limestone, to sands and gravel, the region offers tremendous diversity and contrast for different wine styles.
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Region
The Burn of Columbia Valley AVA
Discover The Burn of Columbia Valley AVA, an intriguing wine region situated in south-central Washington, gracefully nestled to the west of the Horse Heaven Hills. Despite its warm climate, The Burn exudes the charm of a cooler appellation, a phenomenon attributed to the persistent winds that sweep through the area.
This emerging wine region is a testament to the spirit of renewal, with the majority of its vineyards taking root since 2015, although a select few were planted as early as 2002. The star of The Burn’s viticultural show is none other than the illustrious Cabernet Sauvignon.
Notably, Aanpama was the pioneering vineyard to embrace the future of The Burn of Columbia Valley, marking the beginning of this captivating journey. Join us in exploring the unique terroir and exceptional wines that define this extraordinary AVA.
The Aanpama
Wine Club
1. One Case of Wine Annually: Enjoy an exclusive selection of our finest wines delivered to you each year.
2. Priority Invitations to Wine and Music Events: Be the first to reserve your spot at our private wine and live music experiences.
3. Priority Invitation to Winemaker Dinners: Secure your seat at intimate dinners with our winemaker, featuring curated pairings and special releases.
