Middleburg AVA
| Wine region | |
| Type | American Viticultural Area |
|---|---|
| Year established | 2002 |
| Years of wine industry | 40 |
| Country | USA |
| Part of | Virginia |
| Growing season | 211 days |
| Climate region | Humid subtropical |
| Soil conditions | Granite-based clay |
| Total area | 126,720 acres (51,282 ha) |
| Varietals produced | Merlot, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Nebbiolo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling |
| No. of wineries | 24 |
Coordinates: 38°58′N 77°44′W / 38.967°N 77.733°W
The Middleburg AVA is an American Viticultural Area located in the northern Piedmont region of Virginia, 50 miles (80 km) west of Washington, D.C.. It is named for the town of Middleburg, Virginia and is bounded by the Potomac River to the north and by mountains in other directions. The hardiness zone of the AVA is 7a.
In 1972, owners of Meredyth Vineyards in Middleburg planted 2,300 vines. That vineyard went on to expand to 60 acres (24 ha). The number of vineyards grew over the years until owners of the Boxwood Winery spearheaded efforts to establish the AVA.
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