South Carolina wine
South Carolina wine refers to wine made from grapes grown in the U.S. state of South Carolina. The climate of South Carolina is challenging for the production of wine grapes. Hot and humid summers require viticulturists to adapt their canopy management to minimize direct sunlight on the grapes, which are often harvested early in the summer. There are eleven wineries in South Carolina and no designated American Viticulture Areas.[1]
| Wine region | |
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| Official name | State of South Carolina |
|---|---|
| Type | U.S. state |
| Year established | 1788 |
| Country | United States |
| Total area | 34,726 square miles (89,940 km2) |
| Varietals produced | Blanc du Bois, Cabernet Sauvignon, Catawba, Cayuga, Chambourcin, Chardonnay, De Chaunac, Melody, Merlot, Muscadine, Pinot gris, Seyval blanc, Suwannee, Vidal blanc, Vignoles[1] |
| No. of wineries | 11 |
See also
- American wine
References
- Appellation America (2007). "South Carolina: Appellation Description". Retrieved Nov. 28, 2007.
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