American vineyards have long held the attention of wine aficionados around the world. The country produces over 800 million gallons of wine per year, with California by far leading the charge at around 680 million gallons. 

We even have wineries that are recognized as some of the best in the world. Regions like Napa and Sonoma in California, and Willamette Valley in Oregon produce exceptional wines and each has hundreds of vineyards nestled in beautiful landscapes to visit. If you love Pinot Noir a trip to Oregon’s Willamette Valley should be at the top of your vacation plans.

All 50 states have wineries making wine in the state, many using grapes shipped from bigger grape growing regions, but did you know 34 states have American Viticulture Areas, the official term for wine growing regions? We looked through all 34 states, and these are the ones that surprised us the most.

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