Maine wine is made from fruit grown in the
U.S. state of
Maine. Most is
made from fruit other than grapes, including
apple,
cranberry, and
blueberry
Blueberries are a widely distributed and widespread group of perennial flowering plants with blue or purple berries. They are classified in the section ''Cyanococcus'' within the genus ''Vaccinium''. ''Vaccinium'' also includes cranberries, bi ...
wines. A few wineries in Maine produce limited quantities of wine made from locally grown
French hybrid grape varieties. Maine's
climate is too cold for
viticulture.
The first winery in Maine, Bartlett Maine Estate Winery, was established in 1983.
See also
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List of wineries in New England
Here is a list of wineries and vineyards in New England. New England wines are known for their diverse styles and for the effects of maritime climates on grape-growing. Wine making in New England today has been described by New Hampshire winemaker ...
References
External links
Maine Wine TrailMaine Winery Guild
Tourism in Maine
Wine regions of the United States by state or territory
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