Blaufränkisch
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Blaufränkisch, aka Lemberger, is a vinifera red that has happily taken root in the Finger Lakes. While akin to Pinot Noir in some ways, it is a more disease resistant variety and can more reliably achieve ripeness in our climate. Our 2024 vintage shows classic Blau characteristics; earthiness and spice intermingled with cherry and lavender, bright cranberry, and moderate tannins. A light touch of French oak barrel gives it notes of vanilla and a warm, toasty finish.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2024
Appellation
Finger Lakes
Harvest Date
October 28, 2020
Acid
0.55%
pH
3.73
Fermentation
Yeast: BRL97, Temperature: 88F, Length: 8 days on skins
Bottling Date
March 15, 2022
Residual Sugar
0%
Alcohol %
11.5
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
The 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon showcases this
warm vintage that allowed us to create wines of
stunning depth and complexity. Aromas of
blackberry, cussis, anise, and dark chocolate are
framed by gentle oak and vanilla. Generous, but
supple tannins on the palate lead to a warm and
lingering finish.
Awards
2018 Jefferson Cup Invitational Wine Competition: Silver, 2018 American Wine Society Commercial Wine Competition: 90pts - Silver, 2018 New York Wine Classic Wine Competition: Silver; 2019 Tasters Guild International Wine Judging - Silver
Vineyard Notes
94% Welliver Mason Road Vineyards
-East side of Seneca Lake
1.5% Knapp Vineyards & Verick Vineyards
West side of Cayuga Lake3% Marty Gibson Vineyards
West Side of Seneca
2% Dalrymple Vineyards
East Side of Seneca
1.5% Glenora Farms
West Side of Seneca
Production Notes
The wine has been made from grapes grown in specially selected vineyards in the Finger Lakes appellation.
Winemaker Notes
94% Cabernet Sauvignon,
3% Cabernet Franc and 3% Merlot
Food Pairing Notes
Best served with Red Meat, Cheese & Grilled Vegetables
Production
Cases Produced 399