Where is the oldest AVA in the U.S. located?

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Where is the oldest AVA (American Viticultural Area) in the United States located? The following content is accessible for members only, please sign in.

A. New York

B. California

C. Virginia

D. Missouri

The oldest AVA in the U.S. is Augusta, Missouri which was awarded the status on June 20, 1980. The region is home to a plethora of grape varieties including chambourcin, vignoles, concord, and Norton/Cynthiana (the latter variety became the official state grape in 2003).

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