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Washington

The evergreen state of Washington in the Pacific Northwest, is the United States’ second largest wine-producing region. Unlike neighbouring Oregon, which is renowned chiefly for its Pinot Noir varietals, Washington produces high quality wines from almost seventy different grapes.

Washington

Key Facts about Washington

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Appellations of Washington



Read more about Ancient Lakes

Ancient Lakes AVA

Ancient Lakes became Washington’s 13th viticultural area when it was founded in 2012 and is known for white varieties such as Riesling and Chardo...

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1 wine
Read more about Colombia Valley

Colombia Valley AVA

Colombia Valley AVA is Washington's largest wine region.

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22 wines
Read more about Columbia Gorge

Columbia Gorge AVA

Columbia Gorge is a very exciting viticultural surrounding the Columbia River Gorge on the border between Oregon and Washington.

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Read more about Horse Heaven Hills

Horse Heaven Hills AVA

Horse Heaven Hills AVA is located in the south east of Washington and falls within the larger Colombia Valley AVA.

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3 wines
Read more about Lake Chelan

Lake Chelan AVA

Lake Chelan is known for both red and white wines from relatively high altitudes. In close proximity to the lake, the appellation experiences a mor...

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Read more about Lewis-Clark Valley

Lewis-Clark Valley AVA

The Lewis Clark Valley straddles both Washington and Idaho. Formed by the Snake and Clearwater rivers, this viticultural area is nestled in the Bit...

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Read more about Naches Heights

Naches Heights AVA

Naches Heights is one of the smallest AVA production zones in Washington. Located just to the west of Yakima City, it covers around 16 hectares, an...

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Read more about Puget Sound

Puget Sound AVA

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Read more about Rattlesnake Hills

Rattlesnake Hills AVA

The Rattlesnake Hills are capable of producing some of the best wines in the state of Washington, particularly when it comes to Riesling. Although ...

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Read more about Red Mountain

Red Mountain AVA

Red Mountain AVA is the smallest and warmest growing area in Washington. Known for red grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah.

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8 wines
Read more about Royal Slope

Royal Slope AVA

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Read more about Snipes Mountain

Snipes Mountain AVA

Located in the heart of the Yakima Valley, Snipes Mountain is a small AVA territory specialising in Grenache, Syrah and Viognier. Warm days and mou...

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Read more about Wahluke Slope

Wahluke Slope AVA

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Read more about Yakima Valley

Yakima Valley AVA

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2 wines