06/20/2026
🍷 46 years ago today, history was made right here in Augusta, Missouri.
On June 20, 1980, Augusta became the first federally recognized American Viticultural Area (AVA) in the United States—earning the designation months before Napa Valley and establishing itself as a pioneer in American wine.
Today, we celebrate 46 years of winemaking heritage, rolling vineyard hills, passionate vintners, and the community that continues to make Augusta Wine Country one of the most unique wine destinations in the nation.
Here's to the region that helped shape American wine history—and to many more years of raising a glass together. 🥂
Happy Anniversary to America's First AVA!
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