We might be a bit biased, but our winemakers and grape growers are everyday legends. They have a deep love for what they do, and what their wine can do: bring people together. From biostatisticians to scientists, professional snowboarders to quarterbacks, cattle ranch hands to geologists, bartenders to English teachers,…
There’s no better way to begin the new year than with a laundry list of delicious wines to explore and enjoy. We’re here to share with you the Washington wines that made national and international Top 100 lists in 2021 from James Suckling, Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Enthusiast, and Wine Spectator.
Location: South-central WashingtonDesignated: 1983Total Size: 665,600 acresAcreage Under Vine: 18,924 acres (7,658 hectares)Top Varieties: Chardonnay, Riesling, Merlot, Cabernet SauvignonSoils: Deep silt-loam over basalt bedrock and gravel Average Annual Precipitation: 8 inchesTwo Things to Know: Yakima Valley is Washington’s oldest federally approved grape-growing region. It is home to almost a third of…
The Washington State Wine Commission was created by the Washington State Legislature in 1987 to promote the growth of the wine industry for the benefit of all of the state’s citizens. Its mission is to raise awareness and demand for Washington State wine through marketing and education, while supporting viticulture and…
