Client
private
Location
Benton City, Washington
Size
135,000 SF
Timeframe
2018 – 2019
General Contractor
Mountain States Construction
Structural Engineer
Swenson Say Faget (SSF)
Civil Engineer
J-U-B Engineers
Fire Protection Engineer
Coffman Engineers
The Red Mountain Winery is a state-of-the-art wine production facility located in Washington’s renowned Red Mountain AVA, a region celebrated for producing some of the finest wines in the Columbia Valley. Commissioned by a private Canadian family’s investment team and designed by Upward Architecture, the project is envisioned as a cornerstone for the client’s winemaking operations in the Pacific Northwest. Situated off Van Giesen/Highway 224 in Benton County, the site is inside an existing rock quarry and is surrounded by the family’s own vineyards, creating a seamless connection between grape cultivation and wine production.
At full capacity, the winery is capable of producing up to 300,000 cases of wine annually. Phase 1 of the development encompasses a 123,000-square-foot, two-level facility designed to accommodate both gravity-fed and mechanical wine processing. The building integrates substantial barrel storage areas, large-scale production zones, case goods storage, and shipping/receiving docks. With infrastructure for blending tanks, fermenters of multiple capacities, and future bottling lines, the design supports efficient, high-volume operations while allowing for the production of premium wines. Key architectural features include a precast concrete panel structure, ample daylighting through KalWall clerestories, a welcoming public entrance, and durable industrial finishes suited to the demands of winemaking.
The site plan supports significant logistical needs, including a dedicated loading dock, paved service areas, and staff and guest parking. Notably, the development incorporates sustainable site strategies such as on-site stormwater management through swales and a lined wastewater lagoon, reflecting both environmental stewardship and operational self-sufficiency. Future expansion plans envision a fine wine gravity-flow production facility and a tasting room, enhancing both production capabilities and visitor experience.
Designed in collaboration with a specialized team—including J-U-B Engineers for civil design, Swenson Say Faget for structural engineering, and Coffman Engineers for mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection—the facility was carefully tailored to the existing site conditions. This thoughtful integration of engineering and architectural vision ensures that the facility meets the rigorous technical requirements of modern winemaking while harmonizing with the unique Red Mountain landscape.
