GLOSSARY TERM

AVA

Label Terms

The common abbreviation for American Viticultural Area.

<h2>What it means in wine</h2> <p>AVA indicates a legally defined U.S. grape-growing region and is a type of appellation of origin for grape wine.</p> <h2>Why it matters</h2> <p>Use the expanded American Viticultural Area entry for fuller explanation.</p>

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