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Horse Heaven Hills

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Horse Heaven Hills is an official AVA appellation in Washington, United States.

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edit Facts and figures

• Official area: 570,000 acres / 230,670 hectares
• Planted area: 6,040 acres / 2,444 hectares
• Main varietals: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah

1. There are at least 20 vineyards and 4 commercial wineries within the region.

edit History

Winegrowing has been active in the region since 1972.

edit Geography

Soils are mostly made of silty loam.

Elevations range from 1,800 feet at the area's northern boundary to 200 feet at its southern tip.

edit Climate

Temperature variations are moderated by the proximity to Columbia River and a distinctive topography.

edit Viticulture

edit See also

edit Wineries

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