These well-drained, rocky soils are home to Syrah, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Tempranillo and Mourvèdre varietals, trellised on a vertical shoot position. Grapes from this outstanding vineyard are a major constituent of Watermill Winery wines.
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In 1867 pioneers William S. Frazier and his wife Pauline Rachael arrived in the Walla Walla Valley and settled in what is now known as the Milton-Freewater area. Their granddaughter Anna Marie, a pillar of the local community, was introduced to Earl and Lorraine Brown, who settled in the valley during the mid 1950’s.
It was inevitable that these two families should come together through the marriage of their children, and the modern-day Browns honored this union by naming their first vineyard Anna Marie. The Anna Marie vineyard was planted in 2001, above lower Dry Creek and has a commanding view of the Walla Walla Valley. Anna Marie’s commitment to family, her tireless work ethic and her strong environmental awareness are perpetuated in the Browns' farming operations. Subsequently, three additional vineyards, McClellan Estate, Watermill Estate, and Dugger Creek, have been established in close proximity to the original plantings. Each of these vineyards has unique distinguishing characteristics and has produced unrivaled wines in the Valley.
The Watermill Estate location was selected due to its alluvial nature and planted in 2006. These well-drained, rocky soils are home to Syrah, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Tempranillo and Mourvèdre varietals, trellised on a vertical shoot position. Grapes from this outstanding vineyard are a major constituent of Watermill Winery wines.
