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| North Fork of Long Island AVA (Wine Region) |
| Appellation type |
American Viticultural Area |
| Year established |
1988[1] |
| Country |
USA |
| Part of |
Long Island AVA, New York |
| Total area |
1,014,400 acres (410,513 ha)[2] |
| Size of planted vineyards |
3,000 acres (1,200 ha)[3] |
| Grapes produced |
Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Chardonnay Musque, Gamay Beaujolais, Gewurztraminer, Malbec, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Pinot Blanc,Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Syrah, Viognier[3] |
| No. of wineries |
30[3] |
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The North Fork of Long Island AVA is an American Viticultural Area located in eastern Suffolk County, New York. It includes the entire North Fork of Long Island and the townships of Riverhead, Shelter Island, and Southold. The North Fork of Long Island is home to over 30 wineries and 3,000 acres (1,200 ha) of planted vineyards. The local climate is heavily influenced by the presence of Long Island Sound, Peconic Bay, and the Atlantic Ocean. The maritime influences of these bodies of water help to moderate temperature fluctuations and extend the growing season up to a month longer than other regions in New York. The most planted grape varietals in the region are Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc.[3]
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