New American AVA: Outer Coastal Plain, NJ

The latest addition to the list of AVAs (American Viticultural Areas) is Outer Coastal Plain in New Jersey. The region covers almost half of the state: 2.25 million acres (0,9 million hectares) – all are not planted with wine though. There are 20 wine producers growing a variety of grapes, e.g. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Viognier, Chardonnay, Riesling, and Sauvignon Blanc. appellationamerica.com

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