What grape is used in the "Antiquity" red wine from Arrington Vineyards?

The "Antiquity" red wine from Arrington Vineyards is made from the Chambourcin grape, which is well-suited to the climate in Tennessee.

How does Arrington Vineyards' location near Nashville provide a unique experience for visitors?

Arrington Vineyards offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy wine tasting and live music in a scenic vineyard setting, just a short drive from Nashville.

What challenge did Arrington Vineyards face in growing grapes in Tennessee?

According to winemaker Chase Vienneau, it is "almost impossible to grow [Cabernet] here in Tennessee," so the winery has had to switch to growing hybrid grape varieties like Chambourcin that are more resistant to the local climate.

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Tennessee Winery Defies Napa Dominance, Crafts Acclaimed Red Blend

16 Nov

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Summary

Arrington Vineyards winemaker and co-founder create red wine for Fox News Wine Shop
Tennessee's climate allows for growing Chambourcin grape, used in their "Antiquity" red blend
Winery offers wine tasting and music experience just 30 minutes from Nashville

Tennessee Winery Defies Napa Dominance, Crafts Acclaimed Red Blend

As of November 2025, Arrington Vineyards, located just 30 minutes south of Nashville, has been making a name for itself in the world of winemaking. Co-founder Kip Summers and winemaker Chase Vienneau have spent the last two decades coaxing character out of Tennessee's soil, proving that excellent wine can come from outside the traditional Napa Valley region.

The winery's latest offering, a red blend called "Antiquity," is now featured in the Fox News Wine Shop. This wine is made from the Chambourcin grape, which Vienneau says is well-suited to Tennessee's climate, with its cool nights, warm days, and humid summers. Unlike the more finicky Cabernet Sauvignon, the Chambourcin grape thrives in these conditions, allowing Arrington Vineyards to produce a "really good, consistent dry red wine" year after year.