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2018 Washington Wine Grape Production Report

Cabernet Sauvignon was the top producing variety grown in the state at 74,400 tons or 29% of the total. Chardonnay was ranked second, at 41,500 tons or 16% of the total.Red varieties accounted for 59% of the total production, the same as 2017.The top 3 red wines crushed, representing nearly…
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Get Your Woodinville Wine Pass

With more than 1,000 wineries, Washington is now the second largest wine producer in the country, and there is no shortage of things to explore in every one of our eight wine-touring regions. In Woodinville, for example, which is home over 120 wineries (and more 90+ rated vintages than any…
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2017 Washington Wine Grape Production Report

Washington’s 2017 wine grape production totaled 227,000 tons, a 16% decrease from 2016.Cabernet Sauvignon was the top producing variety grown in the state at 62,200 tons or 27% of the total. Chardonnay was ranked second, at 39,300 tons or 17% of the total.Red varieties accounted for 57% of the total…
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Rockin Sips – Sip for a Cause! Supporting LLS at EFESTĒ.

🌟🍷 Rockin’ Sips! – Sip for a Cause! Supporting LLS at EFESTĒ. Join us for an unforgettable evening this March at Rockin’ Sips – where every note, sip, and moment create a harmonious celebration of life, love, and giving back. Here’s your invitation to a night filled with fun and…
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Our Team

The Washington State Wine Commission, a staff of 10, works to implement all initiatives, programs, and campaigns decided upon by our Board, which represents our winemakers and grape growers. We each come to the wine industry from various backgrounds, but all share the same belief: that Washington Wine is meant…
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Wine Science Center

Built in a sagebrush landscape along the mighty Columbia River in the heart of Washington wine country, the Ste. Michelle Wine Estates WSU Wine Science Center is a hub for innovation, education, and collaboration. Building the Future Washington’s wine industry took a major step toward creating a world class…
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Sampling, Identification & Control of Leafhopper Pests in Washington Vineyards

Date: December 15, 2014 Project Title: Sampling, Identification & Control of Leafhopper Pests in Washington Vineyards Principal Investigator(s): Douglas Walsh, PhD, Professor of EntomologyOrganization: WSU ProsserEmail: dwalsh@wsu.edu; Phone: 509-786-9287 Principal Investigator(s): Laura Lavine, PhD, Professor of EntomologyOrganization: WSU PullmanEmail: lavine@wsu.edu; Phone: 309-335-7907 Collaborator(s): Holly Ferguson, PhD, Extension IPM Coordinator Specialist,…
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Get to know WA Wine: Rock Scientist, Kevin Pogue

In 2019, we took our drone and camera equipment on the road, traveling across Washington State. We sat down with 42 winemakers, grape growers, and experts in the field. We are excited to begin sharing these conversations with you. Today, meet Geologist Kevin Pogue, who isn’t a rocket scientist but…
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First Fridays

Every First Friday from May through October join us for some fun between 5pm and 7pm!