Featured in the Fall 2010 issue of Tasting Room® Magazine, Maryhill Winery reports they have wrapped up their summer concert series in August that ended with a spectacular performance by Earth, Wind & Fire and a sold out performance by Train. Maryhill Winery’s all-star lineup of musical artists drew crowds from all over the country to enjoy the live concerts at Maryhill’s 4,000-seat outdoor amphitheater, offering sweeping views of the Columbia River Gorge.
The 2010 concert series is followed by the appointment of several prestigious awards for soon-to-be-released Maryhill wines.
“For us, 2009 was a phenomenal year of growth and accomplishment,” said Craig Leuthold, owner and founder of Maryhill Winery. “Who would have thought 2010 would be just as exciting with an unexpectedly successful concert series and a selection of new wines that our guests are sure to enjoy.”
Adding to their ever-growing list of accolades, Maryhill Winery has received more than 100 wine awards so far this year, including three prestigious Best of Class awards in the 2010 Indy International Wine Competition, the largest scientifically organized and independent wine competition in the United States. Maryhill Winery’s 2007 Proprietor’s Reserve Malbec, 2007 Proprietor’s Reserve Grenache and 2007 Classic Syrah scored the much esteemed Best of Class award, while Maryhill’s 2007 Proprietor’s Reserve Serendipity received Double Gold award honors. An impressive four gold and eight silver awards were also given to Maryhill varietals in this competition.
Come October, guests of Maryhill Winery will be able to sample several of these award-winning wines in the Maryhill Winery tasting room for their 11th Annual Harvest Celebration, in addition to Maryhill’s other 29 wine offerings. Hosted over two fun-filled weekends – October 9-11 and October 16-17 – guests will be able to enjoy exclusive barrel samplings, free live music on Saturday and Sunday, join in an old-fashioned grape stomp and take a turn on the winery’s new bocce courts. All set against the stunning backdrop of the Columbia River Gorge, guests can relax on Maryhill’s grape-covered arbor while enjoying lively music and delicious Lilo’s Hawaiian BBQ (available for purchase) paired with their favorite Maryhill wine. Plus, guests can take advantage of case specials and cellar selections both weekends.
Maryhill Winery & Amphitheater is located in Goldendale, Washington, a short 90 minute drive from Portland, Vancouver and the Tri-Cities, and just three hours from Seattle. Established in 1999 by Craig and Vicki Leuthold, Maryhill is ranked among the top 15 wineries in Washington state and offers an outstanding 24 varietals and 29 award-winning wines. Nestled among rows of vines along the stunning Columbia River, Maryhill is a popular destination for picnics, weddings and special events featuring a 3,000 sq. ft. gift shop and tasting room that draws more than 75,000 wine enthusiasts from around the globe each year. The tasting room is open daily from 10am-6 pm. For more information about Maryhill Winery, including its wines and popular concert series, visit maryhillwinery.com.