Washington State Wine Shipping
Wine Shipping Services in Washington
Washington State is a powerhouse in the wine industry, ranking as the second-largest wine-producing state in the U.S. With over 1,050 wineries crafting more than 17 million cases of wine annually, the state’s contributions exceed $9.5 billion in economic impact each year. From the rolling vineyards of the Columbia Valley to Seattle and Spokane, Advantage Transportation is here to provide expert commercial wine shipping solutions tailored to the unique needs of Washington’s wine and spirits industry.
Western WA: Seattle, Tacoma, and Columbia Valley
Western Washington is home to vibrant cities like Seattle and Tacoma, but when it comes to wine, the verdant Columbia Valley AVA takes center stage. This region is renowned for its ideal grape-growing conditions, accounting for over 99% of the state’s vinifera acreage. The Columbia Valley is defined by its arid climate, fertile soils, and reliance on irrigation from the mighty Columbia River, allowing winemakers to craft consistently high-quality wines.
Eastern WA: Kennewick, Walla Walla, and Spokane
Eastern Washington is another hotbed for winemaking, with major wine hubs like Kennewick, Walla Walla, and Spokane driving the region’s success. These areas are critical to Washington’s wine industry and are known for producing award-winning varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah.
minimum size is just 1 palletPrivate Collection Wine Shipping
While it can feel nerve-racking moving a life-long collection cross-country, shipping a private wine collection doesn’t have to be stressful with Advantage! Transport your valuable vintages confidently, ensuring they arrive in perfect condition with our reliable refrigerated LTL shipping, world-class drivers, and excellent customer service. You’ll have access to regular updates through our GPS tracking to keep up to date on your private collection’s shipping progress. While some standard cargo insurance providers won’t cover wine shipping at all, every Advantage Transportation wine shipment is automatically covered by some of the best cargo insurance available, all included in our competitive shipping rates.
Commercial Bulk Wine Shipping
From small B2B wine shipments to long-haul deliveries, you can ensure your bottles arrive safely and at the perfect temperature. Whether shipping to a distributor, retailer, restaurant, or event, our reliable and flexible solutions allow you to grow your business and reach new markets. Advantage Transportation is the natural choice for wine shipping, offering refrigerated shipping for a range of order sizes, from just a few pallets (LTL) to full truckload shipping (FTL) – all at highly competitive prices. Although previously a member of the reciprocal wine shipper states, Washington is now a permit state. Wineries shipping into or out of Washington State can learn about proper permitting at lcb.wa.gov.
BEYOND THE WINECraft Beer Shipping
While Washington excels in wine, it’s also a craft beer lover’s dream. It grows over 70% of the nation’s hops, contributing to the Pacific Northwest’s impressive 95% share of U.S. hop production. The state also ranks 5th in the country for breweries, with over 450 craft breweries creating everything from lagers to IPAs. Self-distribution is legal for smaller breweries in Washington, so you can ship beer directly to retailers. Whether you’re shipping beer by the truckload or need flexible, small-scale solutions, Advantage tailors craft beer shipping to your needs.
Refrigerated Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) Shipping
Whether you’re shipping beer, wine, liquor, hard ciders, produce or anything requiring refrigeration to maintain quality, our reefer LTL shipping allows you to easily move small shipments or long-distance freight. Have just a single pallet of wine or hops to send? No problem. While other refrigerated shipping companies may have a minimum size or require the use of a full truckload, Advantage can accommodate a variety of orders. Use our long-haul services to expand your reach without committing to full truckloads, giving your business the flexibility to grow.
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