What place in america was occupied by Norse Vikings and is known for grape vines?
History of American wine The History of American wine began when the first Europeans explored parts of North America, which they called Vinland because of the profusion of grape vines found there. However, settlers would later discover that the wine made from the various native grapes, had flavors which were unfamiliar and which they did not like. This led to repeated efforts to grow familiar "Vitis vinifera" varieties. The first vines of "Vitis vinifera" origin were planted in Senecu in 1629, which is near the present day town of San Antonio, New Mexico.
Mission (grape) Mission grapes are a variety of "Vitis vinifera" introduced from Spain to the western coasts of North and South America by Catholic for use in making sacramental, table, and fortified wines.