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
Sweetness Scale:
