Haw River Valley AVA
The Haw River Valley American Viticultural Area (AVA) officially became the third federally granted appellation in North Carolina on April 29, 2009, joining the Yadkin Valley AVA and the Swan Creek AVA inside the Yadkin Valley. The Haw River Valley AVA covers the northern, central portion of the state with approximately 868 square miles (555,520 acres). It encompasses Alamance County and portions of Caswell, Chatham, Guilford, Orange, and Rockingham counties.
| Wine region | |
| Type | American Viticultural Area |
|---|---|
| Year established | 2009 |
| Country | United States |
| Part of | North Carolina |
| Other regions in North Carolina | Yadkin Valley AVA, Swan Creek AVA |
| Soil conditions | Loamy surface and clayey subsoil |
| Total area | 868 square miles (555,520 acres) |
| Size of planted vineyards | 60 acres (24 ha) |
| No. of vineyards | 40 |
| Grapes produced | Vinifera, Hybrid, and Muscadine |
| No. of wineries | 6 |
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