
The Walla Walla Valley region is considerably a remote region of Washington State. Nevertheless, it is popular for its large wineries and exceptional grape and wine production.
Situated within the Columbia Valley region, Walla Walla Valley has at least 1,600 acres of vineyards and 120 wineries. The region has rich history with volcanic and earthquake events that play a huge part on the exceptional growth of grapes. The combination of lava flows and floods that plagued Walla Walla Valley over the years lead to creation of soils rich in mineral deposits, water pot holes and sediments that enable various grapes to thrive.
Grapes did not begin in Walla Walla Valley until the 1850s when immigrants first settled in the region. Thereafter, grape growing has become a prominent aspect of the region. Cabernet Sauvignon is widely planted in Walla Walla Valley. Merlot, Syrah and Chardonnay come in secondary to Cabernet Sauvignon. They are followed by more grape varietals, such as Sangiovese, Grenache, Tempranillo, Pinot Gris and Viognier among many more.