Oregon state is best known for elegant and earthy Pinot Noirs from the Willamette Valley AVA (American Viticultural Area) which lies on the same latitudinal line as that of Bourgogne's Côte d'Or, France. The Willamette Valley also crafts exceptional Chardonnay, Syrah, and Pinot Gris. Oregon shares the Walla Walla and Columbia Gorge appellations with Washington, offering robust reds from Bordeaux varietals as well as Riesling and Chardonnay. Washington wineries are mostly found in the arid eastern part of the state along the Columbia River.