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Washington

Wine production began in the great state of Washington in the nineteenth century when European settlers planted vineyards across the state. Today Washington ranks second in the United States in wine production behind only California. The Cascade Mountain Range, which starts in British Columbia and runs all the way down into Northern California, cuts through the state and plays an important role in its climate. Land east of the range is dry and almost desert-like, often with fewer trees and landscapes dominated by tall grass. West of the range there is a significant maritime influence with significantly more rain and lush greenery. The majority of the wine production in Washington takes place in the eastern portions of the state as long days of sunshine and blue skies allow for a wide variety of grape varieties to flourish.  Soils here are typically sandy with traces of stone and volcanic rock. The Columbia Valley AVA is the largest wine growing region in the state and contains almost 99% of Washington's vineyards. It also includes 12 sub-AVAs divided up by their unique meso climates. Varieties ranging from Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and even Riesling grow well in Washington, and the state is well known for the immense diversity of its plantings. 

September 14, 2023

A provocatively plump and succulent parade of baked yellow apple, juicy peach, lemon confit, and pineapple upside-down cake…

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In Wine, Washington Tags The Walls Vineyards, Chardonnay
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The Walls Vineyards

March 16, 2023


A remarkably rich yet rugged presentation bursting with blueberry preserves, chocolate cherry cordial, ripe strawberry, and mulberry pie…

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The Walls Vineyard

April 1, 2022

Wild blackberry, fresh rosemary, dark plum skin. Black currant preserves, brisket crust, blueberry concentrate…

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The Walls Vineyards

February 6, 2022

Crushed raspberry, tree bark, cherry pit. Plump strawberry, dried red pepper flakes, dark plum…

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In Wine, Washington Tags The Walls Vineyards, Tempranillo
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The Walls Vineyards

December 16, 2021

Ripe Asian pear, fresh jasmine, lemon zest. Juicy papaya, ground clove, pineapple upside down cake…

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In Wine, Washington Tags The Walls Vineyards, Chardonnay
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