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Columbia Gorge

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Columbia Gorge is an official AVA appellation in Oregon and Washington, United States.

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• Official area: 179,200 acres / 72,520 hectares
• Planted area: 300 acres / 121 hectares
• Main varietals: Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Riesling, Pinot Gris

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Moist, marine influences from the Columbia River meet dry air from eastern Washington, which allows constant airflow. Warm days and cool nights provide full, ripe flavor profiles and good acid levels.

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