Washington Winegrowers

09/04/2026

This is Washington Wine.

Thank you, Washington State Wine Commission, for creating this wonderful video which provides a glimpse into the vineyards, wineries, communities, and energy behind Washington wine.

Fun to spot current and past board, and members of Washington Winegrowers Association as well!

Washington is a place shaped by dramatic landscapes, long growing days, distinct seasons, and the people who bring it all together. Take a glimpse into the vineyards, wineries, communities, and energy behind Washington wine — and the sense of place that makes this region unlike anywhere else. Vide...

09/03/2026

Check it out today!
The Service & Supplier Directory is a great opportunity for growers and vintners to find crucial auxiliary services to support the Washington wine industry, and for our Allied Members to advertise their services in a highly visible and useful way.

Visit here: https://members.wawinegrowers.org/service-and-supplier-directory

09/01/2026

Join us in welcoming Columbia Hills as Washington's 22nd federally approved appellation.

Thank you Sean P. Sullivan of the Northwest Wine Report for sharing this great write-up.

https://www.northwestwinereport.com/2026/08/columbia-hills-appellation.html?fbclid=IwZnRzaATx-y1wZG9mBWZkaWQWUMwjiev92VEkj8XSSs3rbAX4hr_5D2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR4puD_fDiB91nfVwb51Hdxrw6rLyJZKnzgl8gxLKWI0jYNLSj9cfsGEf0cyAA_aem_GZwg_cF-Hn4MlNp_cvnvaQ

Cascade Cliffs Vineyard, Columbia Hills Columbia Hills was approved as Washington’s newest appellation August 17th. Washington now has 22 federally approving grape growing regions. (See a complete list of Washington’s appellations with detailed information about each.) Here’s a breakdown of mu...

08/28/2026

That's a wrap on audits for the 2026 season. Thank you to all participants — new and returning — for an incredible summer! 🍇

We love what we do, and moments like this remind us why. One of our growers put it better than we ever could:

"I don't know if I would quite call an audit 'fun,' but I truly enjoyed the process. We learned a lot and were pleasantly surprised by how much we already had in place going into it."

That's exactly what Sustainable WA is about — a chance to take stock of the work you're already doing and find new opportunities to grow.

Pictured: Lead Auditor Heather Muser, Program Manager Nathanial Helligso, and Washington Winegrowers Board Chair Dustin Tobin out in the vineyard — right where it all happens.

Interested in joining the program for 2027? Learn more at https://sustainablewa.com/

08/26/2026

Who else has joined Kiona Vineyards and Winery in their Fall 2026 Fit recommendations?!

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1JeCepBmqz/

08/25/2026

One week left to nominate for our board of directors!

Please submit nominations by 5:00 pm Tuesday, September 1, 2026. All nominations are reviewed, with ballots e-mailed to membership in October.

To nominate someone (or even self nominate!): https://forms.gle/E78XnzzkJzkvdj8s8

08/21/2026

USDA grant funding for the Washington State Wine Commission’s international programs is directly tied to the amount Washington wineries are investing in export marketing. Help the Wine Commission demonstrate our industry’s collective investment abroad—and track Washington wine exports.

Fill out the survey here: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8922712/WA-Wine-Annual-Export-Survey-2027-Draft-copy

*All information is kept confidential and will only be used for Washington Wine’s internal planning and to report aggregate industry trends. No individual winery data will be shared without your permission.

08/20/2026

Nominate a fellow industry member for Grower of the Year!

Last year's winner Ryan Flanagan was chosen for his leadership, his openness, his craftsmanship, and his unwavering commitment to quality.

Do you know someone who demonstrates viticultural skills that provide impact in the vineyard and in the bottle?
Nominate them today: https://forms.gle/4mARPqwNJSRWRA7Y7

08/18/2026

Renew Your Membership Today!

We truly appreciate your support and the important role all our members play in strengthening Washington's wine industry. Your membership helps keep you connected to industry news, resources, educational opportunities, and enables advocacy efforts on behalf of the industry.

Renew today!
https://www.wawinegrowers.org/renew-your-membership/

08/14/2026

Nominations are being sought for positions on the Washington Winegrowers Board of Directors. The terms of three board members expire in 2026, and while each incumbent intends to run again, each of their seats is up for election. Additionally, there is one open seat with an expiring term in 2027.

Please submit nominations by 5:00 pm Tuesday, September 1, 2026. All nominations are reviewed, with ballots e-mailed to membership in October.

To learn more and submit a nomination:
https://www.wawinegrowers.org/2026/06/30/winegrowers-2026-board-nominations/