Why Washington

When it comes to the art of wine, Washington State certainly knows its “terroir” — that’s the combination of soil, climate and geography that makes all wines distinct from each other. Ideal soils, extensive sunlight and warm days with cool nights mean Washington produces some of the best wines in the world. Just ask the critics!

Washington State is the USA’s second largest wine producing region. Its northerly latitude provides an average of two more hours of sunlight during the prime growing season, compared to California. Averaging 17.4 hours of daily sunlight, Washington’s grapes ripen fully and the cool nights keep the fruits’ natural acids high, creating richly flavoured, well-balanced wines.

The Washington wine industry is a $3 billion industry, made up of more than 400 wineries, 350 grape growers, and 30,000 vineyard acres. Washington wineries are located statewide, making quality wines from more than 20 primary varietals.

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