North Carolina stretches from the high vineyards of Appalachian High Country, between 2,290 and 4,630 feet, to Yadkin Valley, the state's first AVA. Crest of the Blue Ridge has warm days and cool nights that support European vinifera and French-American hybrid grapes. Yadkin Valley's moderate elevations and proximity to the river support diverse grapes. Upper Hiwassee Highlands is associated with sweet and off-dry wines. An AVA is a defined American grape-growing area.
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Elsewhere in Virginia & Southeast
- GeorgiaNo producers listed yetMuscadine is central to Georgia's wines, bringing a fruit-oriented style. European bunch grapes have also become more successful with modern fungicides.
- TennesseeNo producers listed yetTennessee combines European grapes, muscadine and Chambourcin in dry reds, crisp whites and fruit-forward blends. The Nine Lakes of East Tennessee AVA identifies vineyards in mountain and lake country.
- VirginiaNo producers listed yetVirginia spans ten wine regions and eight distinct AVAs. Viognier and Chardonnay are important whites, with Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Bordeaux-style blends among the leading reds.