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.
Wine region | |
Official name | Ancient Lakes of the Columbia Valley |
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Type | American Viticulture Area |
Year established | 2012 |
Country | United States |
Part of | Columbia Valley AVA, Washington |
Growing season | 182 days |
Precipitation (annual average) | up to 8 inches |
Soil conditions | Quincy loam and windblown loess soils |
Total area | 162,762 acres |
Size of planted vineyards | Approx 1800 acres |
Grapes produced | Primary Grapes Produced: Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Syrah, Merlot |
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