Rattlesnake Hills AVA

Rattlesnake Hills AVA ( recognized since 2006) is a wine region in the south of the U.S. state of Washington. The area is part of the regional Columbia Valley AVA and is an enclave in the Yakima Valley AVA. With nearly 22 721 hectares of vineyards is approved Rattlesnake Hills AVA one of the medium-sized protected designations of origin in the state.

The area is located in Yakima County, north of the Yakima River between Granger and the Wapato Dam. The main areas are located near the town of Zillah, which is also known for its fruit orchards.

The vineyards lie at an altitude 260-940 m above sea level. NN and are the highest in the Yakima Valley.

American Viticultural Area Malbec Merlot Chardonnay Red wine Washington (state) Yakima County, Washington Washington wine
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