Gifford Hirlinger

Walla Walla Valley Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Tempranillo from volcanic soils.

Gifford Hirlinger produces wines from Washington's Walla Walla Valley, a region defined by warm days, cool nights, and deep volcanic soils that favor Bordeaux and Rhône varieties. The winery's portfolio centers on distinctive single-varietal expressions: an Estate Malbec that channels the grape's dark fruit and structure, alongside Estate Petit Verdot and Estate Tempranillo—both capturing the valley's ability to ripen these traditionally secondary grapes into primary wines. Each reflects the specific terroir of Columbia Valley's eastern reaches, where continental climate and elevation create wines of balance and depth. Wine Enthusiast has rated these releases, recognizing their technical merit and regional character.