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When it comes to the art of wine, Washington State certainly knows its "terroir" - that's the combination of soil, climate and geography that makes all wines distinct from each other. Just ask the critics! Ideal soils, extensive sunlight and warm days with cool nights, mean we produce some of the best wines in the world. Simply enjoy a glass of Washington wine wherever you are, or visit Washington wine country for a great experience.



Washington Wine News

Taste Washington! Spokane

4.20.2008
The Washington Wine Commission's signature event comes to Spokane June 8th, 2008! Join us at the beautiful Davenport Hotel to sample wines from over 100 Washington wineries and delicious food from 30 of the region's top restaurants. Tickets on sale now at www.tastewashington.org.

2008 Economic Impact Study

2.1.2008
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The Washington Wine Commission contracted the services of MFK Research to perform an updated economic impact study. The last study was done in 2001. With the amazing growth of the industry it was time to update the research and the results are certainly impressive!

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2008 Auction of Washington Wines Auction of Washington Wines
2008 marks the 21st edition of the Auction of Washington Wines!  Join us on the beautiful grounds of Chateau Ste Michelle August 14-16, 2008.
Explore Washington WineMap Your Own Wine Itinerary
Maps, directions, amenities. Tools to get your trip to wine country started. Save plans for later and share them with friends.
Winery and Grower ProfilesFind Winery & Grower Profiles
Washington has nearly 500 wineries and well over 30,000 acres of wine grapes. Learn more about your favorite Washington wine makers.

Spotlight Washington Winery

Blackwood Canyon Vintners

Blackwood Canyon is dedicated to world-class excellence. Based on 50 to 150 year old European standards, Blackwood Canyon is an iconoclastic winery that exists today as one of the last strongholds of old school traditional winemaking. There are less...

Washington Wine Events

Spokane Spring Release Weekend
May 9, 2008 - May 11, 2008
Location: Spokane Area Wineries

Spring finds wineries everywhere gathering together to share their newly made wines with friends and colleagues. This is a time of celebration that typically marks the end of the winemaking season...

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Wine nights at Rover's, every 3rd Wednesday
May 21, 2008 - December 17, 2008
Location: Rover's Restaurant

Taste through Rover's Cellar with Wine Director Scot Smith every third Wednesday of the month. Each month will be dedicated to a particular theme. Wednesday, April 16, 2008 The Best of...

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Washington Wine Highway
May 24, 2008 - May 25, 2008
Location: Chateau Ste. Michelle Amphitheatre

Washington Wine Highway is a weekend long wine, food and travel extravaganza. A perfect respite from your day to day, join us in Woodinville to walk the Washington Wine Highway on the lovely grounds...

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Welcome to Washington Wine Country

The Perfect Climate for Wine 

Perfect Climate for WineWhen it comes to the art of wine, Washington State certainly knows its "terroir" - that's the combination of soil, climate and geography that makes all wines distinct. Just ask the critics! Ideal soils, extensive sunlight and hot days with cool nights means Washington produces some of the best wines in the world. Simply enjoy a glass of Washington wine wherever you are, or visit Washington wine country for a great experience. 

Washington Wine Ambassadors

Who are the Washington Wine Ambassadors?

Consumers who appreciate wine and have the desire to support and promote Washington's outstanding selection of quality wines at affordable prices. These are wine enthusiasts (professional and non-professional), retirees, educators, students, wait staff, sommeliers and you! Find out More