Kentucky Wine Map (pdf)
Before prohibition, Kentucky was the third largest grape and wine producing state in the nation. Kentucky grape and wine production is now making a comeback.
Kentucky has over 113 grape producers growing 583 acres of grapes; 280 acres are ready for production. There are three categories of grapes grown in Kentucky: European, French-American hybrids, and American. Currently there are 46 wineries operating across the commonwealth, and 36 wineries are selling wine.
There are many industry associations including the Kentucky Grape and Wine Council, Kentucky Vineyards Society, Kentucky Wine Growers Alliance, Western Kentucky Grape Growers Association, and Northern Kentucky Vineyard and Winery Association.
Two grant programs are available: the Marketing Cost-Share Program and the Wholesaler Reimbursement Program. These programs are available to every small farm winery in Kentucky. To find out how to be included in this program please contact Stacia Alford at 502-564-4983.
Links to Other Grape and Wine Associations
Kentucky Vineyard Society
Kentucky Grape & Wine Council Defined (pdf)
Kentuckywine.org
Available Grants
Winery Cost-Share Program
Wholesaler Reimbursement Program
Kentucky Grape & Wine Council Newsletters
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