Long Island AVA
Long Island is an American Viticultural Area (AVA) in New York that covers Nassau and Suffolk counties and nearby offshore islands. It was established on May 14, 2001, after local winemakers petitioned to create a named wine region. The AVA spans about 750,000 acres (1,170 square miles), with around 2,500 acres planted to vines across 38 vineyards and 38 wineries. Sub-regions include the North Fork of Long Island AVA and The Hamptons.
The climate is moderated by the Atlantic Ocean, Long Island Sound, and Peconic Bay, giving a growing season of about 204 days and hardiness zones 7a–7b. Soils are mainly glacial till and sandy loam.
Grapes grown here include Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay (including Chardonnay Musque), Merlot, Niagara, Petit Verdot, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, and Tocai Friulano.
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