Yakima Valley wines. in Washington

About Yakima Valley

Where it grows

In south-central Washington, within Columbia Valley AVA, following the wider Yakima vineyard landscape.

Yakima Valley AVA includes smaller origins such as Red Mountain, Rattlesnake Hills and Snipes Mountain. Its broad area contains warmer and cooler sites rather than one uniform growing environment. Chardonnay and Riesling introduce the white side, while Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah reveal red-wine possibilities. A smaller AVA or vineyard name adds useful detail when comparing producers. The geographical hierarchy describes origin rather than a required blend.