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5 Things you didn't know about NC's Wine Industry
North Carolina Wineries are popping up all over the state. North Carolina has a wide variety of terroir and climates, and these help it to be able to produce a wide variety of grapes and in turn wines. From dry Cabernet Sauvignon to sweet Scuppernongs, you'll be surprised at the spectrum of flavours and destinations.
1. North Carolina was one of leading producers of wine in the early 1900s. Yes - the Bible Belt state of NC was one of the first states to approve Prohibition, and with it they eliminated a whole industry.
2. North Carolina has more than 160 wineries. That's a far cry from the 1970s when there were less than 10.
3. North Carolina is the 10th state in grape production. Those 160+ wineries are growing and providing lots of grapes for wine and food.
4. North Carolina is 3rd in the United States for Wine Tourism. With the exponential growth of wineries in our state, tourists are discovering the value of NC wines and tourism.
5. There are 4 different American Viticulture Areas (AVAs) that have been approved for North Carolina. The AVA lets the buyer know that 85% of the wine comes from that region.
5. There are 4 different American Viticulture Areas (AVAs) that have been approved for North Carolina. The AVA lets the buyer know that 85% of the wine comes from that region.
- Yadkin Valley (Established 2003)
- Swan Creek (Est. 2008)
- Haw River (Est. 2009)
- Upper Hiwassee Highlands (Est. 2014 - Straddles the North Carolina and Georgia State Borders)
Information from http://media.visitnc.com/news/wine-industry-facts
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