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Yakima Valley AVA: 168 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

The Yakima Valley AVA is a federally designated American Viticultural Area in Washington, established under 27 CFR 9.69. It covers Benton, Yakima counties and contains 168 licensed wine producers. It sits inside the larger Columbia Valley AVA and contains 5 nested AVAs.

Where These Wineries Are

Yakima Valley AVA: 168 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.

Before You Go

Tasting rooms change their hours constantly and many small producers are appointment only. Confirm directly with the winery before you travel.

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Where the Yakima Valley AVA Is

Benton

Yakima

Grapes Grown in Yakima Valley

Cabernet Sauvignon

Syrah

Merlot

Cabernet Franc

Chardonnay

Malbec

Riesling

Sangiovese

AVAs Inside Yakima Valley

Candy Mountain

Goose Gap

Rattlesnake Hills

Red Mountain

Snipes Mountain

Legal Definition

Codified at 27 CFR 9.69.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many wineries are in the Yakima Valley AVA?

168 licensed producers are located in the Yakima Valley AVA.

Where is the Yakima Valley AVA?

It lies in Washington, covering Benton, Yakima counties.

What does the Yakima Valley AVA designation mean?

A wine labelled Yakima Valley must contain at least 85 percent grapes grown inside the AVA boundary, which is defined in 27 CFR 9.69.

Is Yakima Valley part of a larger AVA?

Yes, Yakima Valley sits within the Columbia Valley AVA.

Parent

Columbia Valley AVA

Children

Candy Mountain AVA · Goose Gap AVA · Rattlesnake Hills AVA · Red Mountain AVA · Snipes Mountain AVA

States

Washington Wineries

Grapes

Cabernet Sauvignon Wineries · Syrah Wineries · Merlot Wineries · Cabernet Franc Wineries · Chardonnay Wineries · Malbec Wineries · Riesling Wineries · Sangiovese Wineries

Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.
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