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Lancaster Valley AVA: 39 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

The Lancaster Valley AVA is a federally designated American Viticultural Area in Pennsylvania, established under 27 CFR 9.41. It covers Chester, Lancaster counties and contains 39 licensed wine producers.

Where These Wineries Are

Lancaster Valley AVA: 39 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.

Before You Go

Tasting rooms change their hours constantly and many small producers are appointment only. Confirm directly with the winery before you travel.

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Where the Lancaster Valley AVA Is

Chester

Lancaster

Grapes Grown in Lancaster Valley

Cabernet Sauvignon

Chardonnay

Cider

Merlot

Catawba

Concord

Malbec

Mead

AVAs Inside Lancaster Valley

None

Legal Definition

Codified at 27 CFR 9.41.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many wineries are in the Lancaster Valley AVA?

39 licensed producers are located in the Lancaster Valley AVA.

Where is the Lancaster Valley AVA?

It lies in Pennsylvania, covering Chester, Lancaster counties.

What does the Lancaster Valley AVA designation mean?

A wine labelled Lancaster Valley must contain at least 85 percent grapes grown inside the AVA boundary, which is defined in 27 CFR 9.41.

Is Lancaster Valley part of a larger AVA?

No, Lancaster Valley is not nested inside another AVA.

States

Pennsylvania Wineries

Grapes

Cabernet Sauvignon Wineries · Chardonnay Wineries · Cider Wineries · Merlot Wineries · Catawba Wineries · Concord Wineries · Malbec Wineries · Mead Wineries

Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.