Grape
growing in the Walla Walla Valley can be traced back
to the late 1850's when immigrants settling in the area began
to cultivate vines.
The making of homemade wine soon followed,
leading to the production of wines on a commercial basis.
 The
Valley's reputation for producing wines of superb quality
took root in 1977 when the first present day winery was established.
In 1984, the region was federally recognized as a unique American
Viticultural Area (AVA). It was the third Washington State
AVA and at the time, home to just four wineries and 60 acres
of vineyards. As the number of wineries and vineyards continued
to grow, so did the camaraderie. Winemakers and growers alike
were all bound by a passion for the process, a commitment
to quality, and a mutual respect for each other's unique visions.
Today more than 60 wineries are operating in the valley and
more than 1,200 acres of vineyards have become part of the
agricultural landscape. Whether new or established, the members
of this community of artisan winemakers and growers openly
support each other. The result is a region with as much goodwill
as individuality.
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