Each year I look at the winery lineup and map out my strategy ... some of the finest vineyards in the state. And they have an award-winning Merlot and a Washington Petite Sirah.

IN 1981, THERE were just 19 wineries in Washington ... Economy at Tacoma’s University of Puget Sound. A MAP OF the world shows why this state has become home to such entrepreneurs.

Taste Washington is a regional wine and food event put on by the Washington State Wine Commission ... so make sure you map out a plan and make a list of wineries you want to try before you ...

Lake Chelan has long drawn visitors with its beauty, but now there’s another reason to visit: its wine. Kathryn Barnard Steep banks line Lake Chelan, the deepest lake in Washington state Why are ...

Washington is the second largest wine-producing state in the U.S., according to WashingtonWine.org. It has also produced thousands of industry leaders thanks to education programs across the state.

As Sullivan so succinctly states, “Washington is very much a tale of two industries.” SMWE produces seven million cases of wine per year—almost half of the state’s entire output—while ...

Washington wine sales reached $543 million in 2023, accounting for 4% of the U.S. market on 3% of volume. Oregon had $309 million in sales, capturing 2.3% of value on just 1.1% of volume. Challenges ...

Check out the full list of our Washington Wine Award winners here. Some of the wines in this story may be sold out in stores or at the winery, but can often be purchased at restaurants, or from online ...