Though “Southern Region” isn’t the official name of the area in the United States where wine is made, it can be used to cover several states:
Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas.
While most of these states do have a handful of wineries, a few have more than others. This is often due to climate as well as the market for the vineyards. North Carolina has several counties that feature wineries. It may surprise some people, but so does Texas. If you aren’t sure where to go in the Southern Region, you have several options available. Many states have their own websites featuring their wine growing hotspots, such as Winesocietyoftexas.org or Georgiawinecountry.com. But you can also use wine guides from bookstores that feature locations throughout the country. If you happen to be in the state you want to tour, check bookstores’ local sections to see if there are any books or guides available that will tell you all about the area and the vineyards you can visit.