3 Underrated Wine Regions Around The U.S. You Simply Must Visit

When considering the best wine region in the U.S., you would most likely think of California’s Napa Valley first. Yet, there are several grape-producing areas around the country, and you might be surprised where you can find them. Without further ado, here are three highly underrated wine regions around the U.S. that you simply must visit:

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Not far from the incredible city of Portland awaits a dream-like stretch of land known as the Willamette Valley. Some of the wine produced from this region, which is particularly famous for its pinot noirs, could easily rival anywhere in the world. You can easily lose yourself in the scenery, which is characterized by gently rolling hills and beautiful rivers.

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The Texas Hill Country is known for its vast open skies and beautiful wildflowers, but few people realize this spot also produces remarkable wines. In fact, some of the vintages grown in this region have been served at the White House's state dinners. Enjoying a Mediterranean-like climate, this area is home to over 70 wineries and, given the mild temperatures in the winter, you can visit year round.

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Believe it or not, the Finger Lake region of New York state is one of the most up and coming areas for impressive wines. Despite its difficult climate, the area has been producing award-winning Riesling that has gained worldwide recognition. Not to mention the fact that many of these wineries have gorgeous lakefront views, which makes visiting them all the more memorable.

Have you visited any of these lesser-known wine regions around the U.S.? We’d love to hear about your experience!