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Tennessee, in the southeastern United States, has a growing wine scene concentrated in Middle and East Tennessee, making wines from muscadines, French-American hybrids such as Chambourcin and Vidal Blanc, and some vinifera grapes.

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Soil
Limestone, clay loam
Climate
Humid subtropical
Most of Tennessee's wineries are in Middle and East Tennessee, near the Great Smoky Mountains
Tennessee, in the southeastern United States, has a growing wine scene concentrated in Middle and East Tennessee, making wines from muscadines, French-American hybrids such as Chambourcin and Vidal Blanc, and some vinifera grapes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tennessee known for in wine?
Tennessee is known for approachable wines from muscadines and hybrid grapes, often sweet or off-dry, as well as a growing number of dry wines. Many wineries are close to Nashville and the Great Smoky Mountains.
What are the main grape varieties grown in Tennessee?
Muscadine, Chambourcin, Seyval Blanc, Vidal Blanc, Frontenac and Norton are common, with some Cabernet Franc and Chardonnay planted in cooler sites.
When is the best time to visit Tennessee for wine tasting?
Harvest runs from about August to October. Autumn foliage in East Tennessee and spring blooms make both seasons popular for touring.
How do I get to Tennessee wine country?
Nashville International Airport serves Middle Tennessee wineries, while McGhee Tyson Airport near Knoxville is convenient for East Tennessee and the Smoky Mountains.
What are Tennessee's wine AVAs?
Tennessee's AVAs include the Upper Cumberland AVA, part of the multi-state Mississippi Delta AVA and part of the Appalachian High Country AVA.
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