CHAMBOURCIN
OVERVIEW:
Chambourcin is a red French-American hybrid grape that competes for one of the world’s most popular hybrid grape varieties. It is known for its rich color that adds depth to many red blends. It is known as a teinturier grape (from the French word for “dye”) which is known for producing dark juice, rather than clear. Chambourcin is celebrated during the month of November.
PRONUNCIATION:
sham-bor-san
Acres in Missouri:
11.5% - 195.5 acres
Flavors or tasting notes:
The nose will often pick up notes of cherry and a light oak while it will taste earthy on the palate with strong notes of dark cherry.
Taste Profile:
Smooth, medium-bodied wine with soft and subtle tannins
Ideal Serving Temperature:
65°F to cellar temperature
Food pairings:
Pork loin, burgers, short ribs, red sauce, mushrooms, applesauce, strawberries, figs, brie, camembert, walnuts, cobbler, chocolate cake
Recipe ideas:
Slow-cooker Chambourcin Mushrooms
Chambourcin Wine Reduction Sauce
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VIGNOLES
OVERVIEW:
Vignoles is one of Missouri’s most versatile white grapes and a popular cultivar grown in the Midwest. This French-American hybrid produces wines that have range from dry, to sweet, to late harvest dessert wines. Vignoles is a popular choice for white wine blends.
Vignoles grapes are hardy enough to handle the Show Me State winters and are one of the earlier ripening grape varietals in the state. Vignoles' crowd-pleasing capabilities and versatility make it an incredibly popular choice among the wine-buying public.
Vignoles is celebrated during the month of August.
PRONUNCIATION:
veen-yole
Acres in Missouri:
15.5% - 263.1 acres
Flavors or tasting notes:
Tropical fruits like pineapple, peach and apricot, sometimes citrus and floral notes
Taste Profile:
Medium-bodied, crisp and flavorful
Ideal Serving Temperature:
Between 44–55°F
Food pairings:
Spicy cheeses, spiced curry, Asian or Mexican dishes, buffalo wings, spicy grilled peppers and barbecue, berries and tropical fruits, cheesecake, and Crème Brûlée
Recipe ideas:
Vignoles Peach & Strawberry Slush
Delicious and Easy Peachy Vignoles Trifle
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