Ancient Lakes of the Columbia Valley AVA

The Ancient Lakes of the Columbia Valley AVA (referred to locally as the Ancient Lakes AVA) is an American Viticulture Area which lies on the western edge of the Columbia Basin near the town of Quincy in Washington state. The wine region is entirely included within the larger Columbia Valley AVA. Ancient Lakes of the Columbia Valley became the 13th AVA in Washington State on October 18, 2012.


Ancient Lakes AVA
Wine region
Official nameAncient Lakes of the Columbia Valley
TypeAmerican Viticulture Area
Year established2012
CountryUnited States
Part ofColumbia Valley AVA, Washington
Growing season182 days
Precipitation (annual average)up to 8 inches
Soil conditionsQuincy loam and windblown loess soils
Total area162,762 acres
Size of planted vineyardsApprox 1800 acres
Grapes producedPrimary Grapes Produced: Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Syrah, Merlot
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