Guided Wine Tasting Tour - Wahluke Slope AVA

Join us on a guided wine tasting tour through the Wahluke Slope American Viticulture Area (AVA) which produces 15 percent of Washington?s wine grapes! This very warm South Slope growing above the Columbia River near Mattawa provides high degree growing days with cool nights. Home to more than 20 vineyards and at least 3 wine production facilities, the Wahluke Slope has the perfect environment for making big flavors, developing sugars, and keeping essential acids for a perfectly balanced wine. Join us for a trip to the vineyards where we will meet some of the state?s best viticulturists, tour a crush facility, and taste some of the end product! A box lunch and bottled water are included; bringing snacks is encouraged. There are two convenient pick up locations for both Yakima and Ellensburg residents. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Yakima: 10:00 am, Yakima Valley Visitor Center, 101 N. Fair Avenue, Yakima, WA 98901 Ellensburg: 10:45 am, Munson Hall, 707 N Walnut Street, Ellensburg, WA 98926 For questions or directions, please call 509-963-1712 and we'd be happy to assist you!