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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CHARDONEL
OVERVIEW:
Chardonel is a cross between Seyval Blanc and Chardonnay grapes. The grape was developed at Cornell AgriTech (New York State Agricultural Experiment Station) in 1953 and the varietal was released in 1990.
It is a late ripening white wine grape that produces a high-quality and full-bodied wine and is distinguished by its superior wine quality combined with high productivity. The grape’s cold hardiness is superior to its acclaimed parent, Chardonnay. This wine can be fermented in oak or stainless-steel barrels. Chardonel is celebrated during the month of April.
PRONUNCIATION:
shar-doe-nel
Acres in Missouri:
7.2% - 195.5 acres
Flavors or tasting notes:
Pear, apple, apricot, and oaky if aged in barrels
Taste Profile:
Full-bodied, rich, complex and crisp
Ideal Serving Temperature:
44-55°F
Food pairings:
Creamy white cheeses, grilled chicken and fish, mushrooms, almonds, pasta & cream sauce, vanilla cake, banana bread and apple dishes
Recipe ideas:
One-Skillet Smothered Pork Chops
Cheesy Chardonel Bacon Mac & Cheese Recipe
Butterscotch Blondies with Chardonel
Chardonel Wine Cocktail Recipe
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