Virginia's Eastern Shore AVA
| Wine region | |
| Type | American Viticultural Area |
|---|---|
| Year established | 1991[1] |
| Country | United States |
| Part of | Virginia |
| Climate region | Humid subtropical |
| Size of planted vineyards | 70 acres (28 ha)[2] |
| Grapes produced | Chardonnay, Merlot[2] |
The Virginia's Eastern Shore AVA is an American Viticultural Area that includes a 70 miles (113 km) length of Virginia's Eastern Shore and consists of the counties of Accomack and Northampton.[1] The topography in this AVA is mostly level and ranges from sea level to 50 feet (15 m) above sea level. The area is located on the southern end of the Delmarva Peninsula. The weather in the area is characterized by temperate summers and winters, significantly affected by the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. The soil is sandy and deep.[2]
As of 2014, Virginia Wine lists 2 commercial wineries in this AVA, Bloxom Vineyard and Chatham Vineyard on Church Creek. Between them, they produce dry and sweet and red and white wines.
The hardiness zone is 8a.
References
- 1 2 Code of Federal Regulations. "§ 9.135 Virginia's Eastern Shore." Archived 2012-02-12 at the Wayback Machine. Title 27: Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms; Part 9 — American Viticultural Areas; Subpart C — Approved American Viticultural Areas. Retrieved Jan. 30, 2008.
- 1 2 3 Appellation America (2007). "Virginia's Eastern Shore (AVA): Appellation Description". Retrieved Jan. 31, 2008.
Coordinates: 37°29′24″N 75°53′53″W / 37.49°N 75.898°W