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Among other historic firsts, Pennsylvania is the site of America's first commercial vineyard — the Pennsylvania Vine Company established in 1793 along the Schuykill River at Spring Mill.

Today, with approximately 14,000 acres of grapes, Pennsylvania ranks 4th nationally in the amount of grapes grown (including juice grapes) and boasts 70 wineries throughout the state.

Most of Pennsylvania's wineries are concentrated in the warmer, southeastern portion of the state in York, Berks, Bucks, Lancaster, and Cumberland counties.

Above, a view of grape harvesting time at the Buckingham Valley vineyard in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.

More information about Pennsylvania wineries around the Web:

Pennsylvania Wine & Wineries - Search their directory by Pennsylvania wine region or wine trails, with interactive maps and printable page, with related wine news and events, Pennsylvania wine facts, recipes and more.

Pennsylvania Wineries in the Lehigh Valley - The complete roster of area wineries in an A-Z list, plus more on related attractions, lodging, tour planner and the downloadable Lehigh Valley Dining Guide.

PSU Wine Grape Network - Great resource for professional or amateur vintners from Pennsylvania State University newsletter archive with advice on vineyard management, and tips on fertilization, fungicides, pruning and related topics.

Pennsylvania Wine Tasting and Dinners - Current listings of events and wine happenings throughout the state with descriptions, locations and contact info.

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