Discovering Washington Wines

An Introduction to One of the Most Exciting Premium Wine Regions

Discovering Washington Wines is an indispensable guide to Washington's world-class premium wines. This highly readable, consumer-friendly book describes the fascinating story of Washington State's unique agricultural heritage with a behind-the-scenes look at its burgeoning wine industry and the vintners who helped create it.

An essential introduction to understanding Washington's different appellations, notable wineries, and leading wines by type.

Filled with useful information including maps of major viticultural regions, illustrations, and a list of all wineries in Washington.

Contents include:

History of Washington Winemaking
Washington's Grape-Friendly Climate
A Decade of Vintages
Washington's Wine-Producing Regions
Elements of Wine
The Taste of Washington Wines
Washington red Varieties
Washington White Varieties
Washington Cult Wines
Visiting Washington Wineries
Washington Winemaking Today

Discovering Washington Wines, by Tom Parker. Raconteurs Press, Seattle. 160 pp. $16.95

The book makes an ideal companion gift to a bottle of Piety Flats wine! It's a unique Washington gift for out of town visitors to the Yakima Valley, or a special gift for a fellow wine lover.

Discovering Washington Wines can be purchased at:

Piety Flats Winery
and Mercantile
2560 Donald-Wapato Road
Wapato, WA 98951
Tel. (509) 877-3115
Email info@pietyflatswinery.com