The soil isn’t red, and there’s really no mountain. But this small hill of an appellation in the Yakima Valley is producing a ton of great Cabernet and Syrah. Klipsun, Hedges, Kiona, Ciel du Cheval, and Red Mountain itself are vineyard names to watch. Also look for a high-profile winery to break ground soon (Col Solare, a partnership between Château Ste. Michelle and Italian winemaker Piero Antinori); a wine-education tower marking the entrance to the region; and the iconic red triangle on Red Mountain labels. And don’t be surprised if local wineries start blending that Cabernet and Syrah; Hedges Estate is doing it beautifully already.

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