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Walla Walla Valley

A cross-border valley of cobblestone terraces and silt-loam, producing powerful Syrah and Cabernet.

Est. 1984

History

The AVA was recognized in 1984, one of Washington's earliest, straddling the Oregon border ^[1]. The modern industry grew around the founding of Leonetti Cellar in 1977 and Seven Hills Winery, establishing Walla Walla as a premium red-wine region ^[2].

Dominant Varietals

, , Merlot, Cabernet Franc

Notable Producers

· Leonetti Cellar
· Seven Hills Winery
· Cayuse
· Reynvaan

Culinary Tradition

Walla Walla's powerful Syrah and Cabernet pair with the region's wheat-ranch and game tradition — pepper-crusted venison, smoked brisket, and sweet-onion preparations.

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