Listing #17645 - 281.90 Acres In Franklin County, WA

This Washington State vineyard offering is comprised of 281.90 m/l deeded acres. The asset consists of one tax parcel and is located north of Pasco, WA in the newly formed White Bluffs American Viticultural Area (AVA), a sub-appellation of the large Pacific Northwest Columbia Valley AVA. This viticultural area sits on a plateau, which protects the vines from the cold air that drains onto the surrounding valley floors. The higher elevation extends the growing season by an average of 45 days relative to the surrounding area.
The vineyard has been successfully operated by the current landowner for several decades. There are 201.70 m/l planted vineyard acres, per crop insurance records. Current varieties include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, and Chardonnay. The fruit is currently sold under year-to-year contracts with local wineries.
Irrigation water for the asset is delivered via surface water rights from the South Columbia Basin Irrigation District (SCBID). There are 111.80 m/l acres shown as irrigable and the base quantity of water (SFD) is 204.34. The 2024 irrigation assessment is $9,648.70. The water allocations included in the sale are not subject to Reclamation Reform Act acreage limitations.
In addition, there is a single-family residence and utility storage/tool shed located on the property and included in the sale of this asset. The residence is currently occupied by a vineyard foreman.