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Escape to Yakima and the Yakima Valley in Washington State to find farm fresh experiences, and more than 100 award-winning wineries while basking in 300 days of sunshine. Enjoy the relaxing pace of the countryside and the charm of revitalized downtowns. Explore the vineyards with a winemaker, then laugh and enjoy a long leisurely lunch in Yakima or another community.

Just across the Potomac River from Washington DC, beautiful Loudoun County, Virginia beckons wine tourists with 40 wineries. It’s known as DC’s Wine Country for its proximity to the nation’s capital and is loved for the genuine experience it provides. Here, boutique wineries house tasting rooms in everything from rustic barns and winemaker’s homes to intimate cellars and architecturally stunning buildings. Whether they’re visiting for the day or a long, lazy weekend, guests often enjoy casual tours, engaging food pairings, and conversation with the winemakers who craft Loudoun’s award-winning wines. Here are five reasons for you to visit.