Washington
Washington, USA, is celebrated for its bold and structured Cabernet Sauvignon, lush Merlot, elegant Syrah, and crisp white wines like Riesling and Chardonnay. Located in the Pacific Northwest, the majority of Washington’s vineyards lie east of the Cascade Mountains, where a semi-arid continental climate prevails, offering long, sunny days and cool nights that promote balanced ripening and vibrant acidity. The region’s diverse soils, shaped by volcanic activity, glacial floods, and windblown loess, provide excellent drainage and unique characteristics across its 20+ AVAs, including Walla Walla Valley and Yakima Valley.
