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