LIONS AND TIGERS AND BEARS, OH MY

Take a trip down the yellow brick road of Washington State wine country and enjoy one unique stop after another. From long-established, large-yield wineries with tens of thousands of acres at their disposal to small, boutique winemakers holding tastings out of their living rooms, Washington is an incredible destination for anyone interested in viticulture and wine in general.

Over 20 types of wines are produced in Washington, and of these varietals, more top-scoring wines are born in this state than in any other wine region in the United State. Whether it's one of Washington's distinctly delicate Chardonnays with the mineral notes characteristic of the region east of the Cascade Mountains, or a robust, balanced Washington Cabernet, every palate is taken care of. And look out, epicures - Washington also offers premier eateries to match the quality of their wines, as well as elegant lodging for the discerning aesthete.