Idaho, a new frontier for wine

Idaho first started wine production in the 1860s in the northern part of the state. After prohibition, which halted commercial production, the industry was slow to return. Today the Snake River Valley – the state’s first AVA- has roughly 50 wineries and is home to a versatile and award-winning wine-growing region.

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What makes idaho great

Perfect growing conditions

The unique combination of geography climate and sons found in Idaho's vineyards produce grapes with outstanding varietal character.

Room to grow

With tens of thousands of viable vineyard acres, Idaho is what Washington was 20 years ago: emerging. Located southeast of Washington's famed Walla Walla Valley AVA, Idaho's potential for growth is soaring where other states are facing grape shortages.

New, outstanding press

Idaho wines have already garnered national acclaim in the Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, The Washington Post, Food & Wine, Sunset Magazine, and Wine & Spirits.

Riesling and so much more

With its 3,000-foot elevation, long growing season and diurnal shift, Riesling is rampant in Idaho.

  • The first vineyards in the Pacific Northwest were planted in 1864 in the Clearwater Valley in Northern Idaho.

  • Ancient volcanic sediment has bestowed rich, fertile, well-draining soil.

  • Very similar to Washington's Columbia Valley. Cold winters and long, warm summer dam allow for an ideal growing season, producing grapes with structure and balance.

  • Vinifera grapes thrive in this distinct four-season climate. the region's cold winters conserve important carbohydrates and rid the plants of bugs. Summer's combination of cold nights and warm days help balance the grape acids and sugar levels favorably.