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United States

Features the AVA system, with California's Napa Valley and Sonoma leading, alongside Oregon, Washington, and New York.

12 Appellations
5 Regions
3 Classifications

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12 appellations in 5 regions

American AVA System

The US uses American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) to define wine regions by geography, not quality. Regulations focus on grape origin, not production methods.

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AVA Defined by unique geographic features
County At least 75% grapes from named county
State At least 75% grapes from named state
US Grapes from anywhere in the USA
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12 appellations
Federal AVA designation

Alexander Valley

California

Sonoma County's warm, premium Cabernet Sauvignon region producing rich, approachable wines from diverse terroirs along the Russian River

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay +2
AVA (American Viticultural Area)

Columbia Valley AVA

Washington State
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah +2
AVA (American Viticultural Area)

Dry Creek Valley AVA

California
Zinfandel, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon +1
Federal AVA system; state wine regulations

Eastern US Hybrids

Eastern states

Overview of wine production in eastern North America using hybrid grape varieties suited to humid continental climates and disease pressure

Vidal, Seyval Blanc, Chambourcin +5
AVA (American Viticultural Area)

Los Carneros AVA

California
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Merlot +1
AVA (American Viticultural Area)

Napa Valley AVA

California

American Viticultural Area in California renowned for premium Cabernet Sauvignon production. The most recognized American wine region with 16 nested sub-AVAs.

Cabernet Sauvignon (primary), Merlot, Chardonnay +2
AVA (American Viticultural Area)

Russian River Valley AVA

California
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Zinfandel +1
AVA (American Viticultural Area)

Rutherford AVA

California
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc +1
AVA (American Viticultural Area)

Sta. Rita Hills AVA

California
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
AVA (American Viticultural Area)

Stags Leap District AVA

California
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc +1
AVA (American Viticultural Area)

Walla Walla Valley AVA

Washington State / Oregon
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah +2
AVA (American Viticultural Area)

Willamette Valley AVA

Oregon
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris +1