Gary Cox, Vigneron (Tender of the Vines)

Ellensburg Canyon Winery (ECW) draws on Gary R. Cox’s experience as a Plant & Soil Scientist, obtaining his Bachelor of Science from Southern Illinois University in Plant & Soil Science and his Master of Science in Agronomy & Soils from Washington State University. The Washington Cabernet franc, Malbec, and Riesling are among the finest wines now being produced in the world. Cox Canyon Vineyards is dedicated to being a preeminent producer of these premium wine grapes in the Columbia Valley AVA and is further committed to the concept of Terroir (the French term used to define the many conditions which make each vineyard site unique within a growing region). The potential of this site is great, with endless possibilities for producing very distinctive tastes in our Ellensburg Canyon Wines (ECW). ECW is a sustainably farmed vineyard and has an 85 solar panel array to power our winery, tasting room, and house.

Come taste this Terroir and watch the grapes grow from our patio while enjoying stunning views of the Yakima River Canyon.

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Ellensburg canyon winery testimonials

12/2/2017:  "I won't share my 'White Satin Nights'!"  -  Carol Matthews, Eatonville, WA

10/15/2017:  Amazing, great wines and great time!  We'll take one of each!  -  Dave & Joan Thorson, Stanwood, WA

7/14/2017:  I'm from Texas and this is the best wine ever x 2. Wonderful beyond words.  I'm ordering a case for shipment home." -  Katy Sinclair, Lewisville, TX  -  p.s. I'm normally a Vodka Drinker.

5/27/2017:  "Twas divine!"  -  Liza & David Morado, Tacoma, WA

5/13/2017:  "Wow, best Rieslings I've ever had!"  -  Annie Connor, Orofino, ID

3/25/2017:  "Awesome wine & hard cider.  Loved the stories!"  -  James & Dale Linhoff,  Renton, WA

3/12/2017:  "Enjoyed the visit, conversation and all the wines."  -  Greg & Julie Thompson,  Winfield,  KS