Do you know why currently is Washington State the second largest wine maker state behind California? Because its climate is good for grapes and generally receive two more hours of sunlight than most of the Californian vineyards. Washington has great young wines. Travelers have to try it.

In Washington State there are over four hundred wineries around the central and south part of the state. We can find there more than 300 grape varieties. The share between red and white wines is almost fifty-fifty. Washington wines are generally known worldwide, in more than 40 countries.

Generally wines of the state are younger than Californian ones, but they sometimes can win over them. In the United States competitions are held often and Washington wines always have high chance to win. Their price is average ($10-$25 a bottle) and and the price-value ratio is very good. What kind of wines we are talking about?

Ch. Ste. Michelle Eroica Riesling is producing in Columbia River region. Some Gewurztraminer are here as well, but only in few wineries. A great and unique region is Walla Walla Valley. Reininger Syrah is a fruity choice from here. Smoke flavored Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are also popular. With mango tastes Pine & Post Chardonnay is a must try from Yakima Valley.

Let's see more details. Columbia Valley region is laying on 15.000 acres. Chardonnay, Merlot and for example Hogue Genesis Cabernet Sauvignon are famous there. Very talented farmers are working in the valley with tremendous wines.

To tell the truth Washington state wines are already became world class. If you would like to extend your knowledge about wines then you should try them asap.

Finally a great food matching for your pleasure:

Minestrone is very good food with a red wine like a Sangiovese from Northwest of the state

Enjoy your wine!