Washington State

Washington wine country lies in a sunlit valley in the eastern part of the state. Sheltered by two mountain ranges, the Cascades and the Olympics, the diverse environment creates the perfect climate for wine.  

Located in the Northwest corner of the United States, Washington has the same latitude as the best wine growing region in France.  Walla Walla and the Columbia Valley are located in the eastern part of Washington, where low rainfall and long warm days create the perfect climate for grapes. 

•  Washington State is the 2nd largest producer of premium wine in the country

•  Over 350 wine grape growers

•  Low rainfall of 6-8 inches per year allows winemakers the unique opportunity to manage vineyard growth through drip irrigation

•  Washington State produces 20 primary varietals ranging from the complex flavors found in Syrah to floral Rieslings

The Columbia Valley

Waterbrook wines are sourced from the famed Columbia Valley; the largest of Washington's nine appellations. The Columbia Valley covers almost 11 million acres and represents a third of Washington's land mass. 

•  With over 17,000 acres of viniferous grape vineyards, the vast size of the area allows for a number of meso and micro climates.

•  Low rainfall and free-draining soils enable vineyard managers to control vine vigor in order to promote flavor development.

•  Warm daytime temperatures ripen fruit to perfection, while cool autumn nights protect the grapes' natural acidity.

 'Washington state is now one of the world's most exciting viticultural regions'- The Wine Advocate