Rhode Island wine
Rhode Island wine refers to wine made from grapes grown in the U.S. state of Rhode Island. Viticulture in Rhode Island began in 1663 when King Charles II of England included wine production among the land uses approved in the royal charter establishing Rhode Island as an English colony. The modern wine industry of Rhode Island began in 1975 when Sakonnet Vineyards was established near Little Compton. Located near the Atlantic Ocean, Rhode Island has one of the most moderate climates of the U.S. northeast.[1]
| Wine region | |
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| Official name | State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations |
|---|---|
| Type | U.S. state |
| Year established | 1790 |
| Years of wine industry | 1663-present |
| Country | United States |
| Sub-regions | Southeastern New England AVA |
| Climate region | Continental/maritime on Block Island |
| Total area | 1,214 square miles (3,144 km2) |
| Grapes produced | Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Pinot noir, Riesling[1] |
| No. of wineries | 6 |
See also
- American wine
References
- Appellation America (2007). "Rhode Island: Appellation Description". Retrieved Nov. 28, 2007.
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