The nose reminds us of blueberries and blackberries, in sharp contrast to the smooth taste. We taste dark, sweet cherry, and elements of apple pie spices (allspice). It has a long, inviting, spicy finish; dark plum color.
Winemaker’s notes: Cha Cha is a sweet red wine made from Marquette and other cold climate grapes. Recent Medals; Silver, 2019 Indy International Wine Competition; Silver, 2018 Wisconsin State Fair; Silver, 2018 Wine is Wisconsin; Gold, 2018 Mid American Wine Competition.
The nose reminds us of blueberries and blackberries, in sharp contrast to the smooth taste. We taste dark, sweet cherry, and elements of apple pie spices (allspice). It has a long, inviting, spicy finish; dark plum color.
Winemaker’s notes: Cha Cha is a sweet red wine made from Marquette and other cold climate grapes. Recent Medals; Silver, 2019 Indy International Wine Competition; Silver, 2018 Wisconsin State Fair; Silver, 2018 Wine is Wisconsin; Gold, 2018 Mid American Wine Competition.
Jig has a nose of peaches and honey. This easy drinking white wine is reminiscent of summertime, with notes of green apples and fresh picked ruby grapefruit.
Winemaker’s notes: Jig is a semi-sweet white wine made primarily from Frontenac Gris grapes. Recent Medals: Bronze, 2017 Wisconsin State Fair; Silver, 2016 Wisconsin State Fair; Silver, 2016 San Francisco International Wine Competition; Bronze.
Jig has a nose of peaches and honey. This easy drinking white wine is reminiscent of summertime, with notes of green apples and fresh picked ruby grapefruit.
Winemaker’s notes: Jig is a semi-sweet white wine made primarily from Frontenac Gris grapes. Recent Medals: Bronze, 2017 Wisconsin State Fair; Silver, 2016 Wisconsin State Fair; Silver, 2016 San Francisco International Wine Competition; Bronze.
It starts with west-coast Chardonnay grapes (barrel-fermented in French oak!), then thumbs its nose at them by blending with fruit-forward cold climate grapes. The nose has pear, vanilla, and hints of green apple. It is mellow and smooth. We get a buttery flavor of vanilla, possibly mocha, with notes of oak. Color of dandelions.
Winemaker’s notes: Bill’s Minuet is a dry white wine made using barrel fermentation. It features Chardonnay, but also with undertones of cold climate grapes. Recent Medals: Silver, 2019 Indy International Wine Competition; Silver, 2018 Mid American Wine Competition.
It starts with west-coast Chardonnay grapes (barrel-fermented in French oak!), then thumbs its nose at them by blending with fruit-forward cold climate grapes. The nose has pear, vanilla, and hints of green apple. It is mellow and smooth. We get a buttery flavor of vanilla, possibly mocha, with notes of oak. Color of dandelions.
Winemaker’s notes: Bill’s Minuet is a dry white wine made using barrel fermentation. It features Chardonnay, but also with undertones of cold climate grapes. Recent Medals: Silver, 2019 Indy International Wine Competition; Silver, 2018 Mid American Wine Competition.
Flavors of oak, leather, tobacco, and peppercorn accentuate this medium-bodied, well-balanced, red wine. Its garnet color and comforting mouthfeel make Bill’s Waltz a plush and satisfying wine experience.
Winemaker’s notes: Bill’s Waltz is a dry red wine blended from Marquette and other cold climate grapes. Recent Medals: Silver, 2019 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Bronze, 2019 Wisconsin State Fair; Silver, 2019 Indy Wine Competition; Bronze, 2018 San Francisco International Wine Competition.
Flavors of oak, leather, tobacco, and peppercorn accentuate this medium-bodied, well-balanced, red wine. Its garnet color and comforting mouthfeel make Bill’s Waltz a plush and satisfying wine experience.
Winemaker’s notes: Bill’s Waltz is a dry red wine blended from Marquette and other cold climate grapes. Recent Medals: Silver, 2019 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Bronze, 2019 Wisconsin State Fair; Silver, 2019 Indy Wine Competition; Bronze, 2018 San Francisco International Wine Competition.
A light, refreshing wine, with pleasant acidity, in a fruit forward style. Herbaceous nose (green leaves), with clementine and tangerine notes. Starts out with clear citrus flavors, but ends dry. It fakes you out; it seems sweet, but is actually quite dry.
Winemaker’s notes: Polka is a dry white wine made principally from Riesling grapes. Recent Medals: Gold, 2015 Indy International Wine Competition.
A light, refreshing wine, with pleasant acidity, in a fruit forward style. Herbaceous nose (green leaves), with clementine and tangerine notes. Starts out with clear citrus flavors, but ends dry. It fakes you out; it seems sweet, but is actually quite dry.
Winemaker’s notes: Polka is a dry white wine made principally from Riesling grapes. Recent Medals: Gold, 2015 Indy International Wine Competition.
Foxtrot is our first LaCressa Reserve Selection and our first wine to bear Christine’s name, and rightly so. It has a bright, floral nose, and is a wonderfully complex wine. Foxtrot starts with a touch of sweetness on the tongue, then follows with notes of apple, lemon zest, and just a touch of oak.
Winemaker’s notes: Christine’s Foxtrot is a dry white wine made principally from La Crescent grapes. Recent Medals: Silver, 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Bronze, 2019 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Silver, 2016 Indy Wine Competition; Silver, 2016 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Silver, 2016 Wisconsin State Fair.
Foxtrot is our first LaCressa Reserve Selection and our first wine to bear Christine’s name, and rightly so. It has a bright, floral nose, and is a wonderfully complex wine. Foxtrot starts with a touch of sweetness on the tongue, then follows with notes of apple, lemon zest, and just a touch of oak.
Winemaker’s notes: Christine’s Foxtrot is a dry white wine made principally from La Crescent grapes. Recent Medals: Silver, 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Bronze, 2019 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Silver, 2016 Indy Wine Competition; Silver, 2016 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Silver, 2016 Wisconsin State Fair.
Refreshing and delicious, this wine has a nose with tropical notes – notably pineapple, mango, and passionfruit. There’s also a little mandarin orange on the tongue, with a crisp finish.
Winemaker’s notes: Promenade is a semi-sweet white wine made principally from Brianna grapes. Recent Medals: Gold, 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Bronze, 2019 San Francisco International Wine Competition; Gold, 2019 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Silver, 2019 Indy International Wine Competition; Double Gold, 2019 Wisconsin State Fair.
Refreshing and delicious, this wine has a nose with tropical notes – notably pineapple, mango, and passionfruit. There’s also a little mandarin orange on the tongue, with a crisp finish.
Winemaker’s notes: Promenade is a semi-sweet white wine made principally from Brianna grapes. Recent Medals: Gold, 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Bronze, 2019 San Francisco International Wine Competition; Gold, 2019 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Silver, 2019 Indy International Wine Competition; Double Gold, 2019 Wisconsin State Fair.
Boogaloo is a mellow, balanced rosé with hints of peach on the nose. Its lingering notes of tart cherry and raspberry are sure to keep you reaching for more of this summertime favorite.
Winemaker’s notes: Boogaloo is a semi-sweet rosé featuring Frontenac grapes. Recent Medals: Silver, 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Silver, 2018 Indy International Wine Competition; Bronze, 2017 Wisconsin State Fair; Silver, 2016 San Francisco International Wine Competition.
Boogaloo is a mellow, balanced rosé with hints of peach on the nose. Its lingering notes of tart cherry and raspberry are sure to keep you reaching for more of this summertime favorite.
Winemaker’s notes: Boogaloo is a semi-sweet rosé featuring Frontenac grapes. Recent Medals: Silver, 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Silver, 2018 Indy International Wine Competition; Bronze, 2017 Wisconsin State Fair; Silver, 2016 San Francisco International Wine Competition.
The nose is light, like fresh air after a spring rain shower, with notes of apricot and orange blossom. The taste has cascading flavors of clementine, pineapple, and pink lemonade. Ballet has a long, balanced finish, and is the favorite white of many of our staff.
Winemaker’s notes: Ballet is a semi-sweet white wine made primarily with La Crescent grapes. Recent Medals: Silver 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; White Wine of the Year, Double Gold, Best of Class, 2019 Indy International Wine Competition; Double Gold - 94 points, 2019 San Francisco International Wine Competition; Gold, 2019 International Cold Climate Wine Competition.
The nose is light, like fresh air after a spring rain shower, with notes of apricot and orange blossom. The taste has cascading flavors of clementine, pineapple, and pink lemonade. Ballet has a long, balanced finish, and is the favorite white of many of our staff.
Winemaker’s notes: Ballet is a semi-sweet white wine made primarily with La Crescent grapes. Recent Medals: Silver 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; White Wine of the Year, Double Gold, Best of Class, 2019 Indy International Wine Competition; Double Gold - 94 points, 2019 San Francisco International Wine Competition; Gold, 2019 International Cold Climate Wine Competition.
Calypso has a burst of fruit in the nose; we smell mostly pear with a little peach. When tasted, we get notes of nectarine and lemon/lime. Calypso is our sweetest white table wine with a bold, clean, and refreshing finish.
Winemaker’s notes: Calypso is a sweet white wine, made primarily with Frontenac Gris grapes. Recent Medals: Silver, 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Double Gold - 96 points, San Francisco International Wine Competition; Silver, 2019 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Silver - 91 Points, 2019 American Wine Society Commercial Competition; Best of Division & Double Gold, 2018 Wisconsin State Fair; Gold, 2018 Indy Wine Competition.
Calypso has a burst of fruit in the nose; we smell mostly pear with a little peach. When tasted, we get notes of nectarine and lemon/lime. Calypso is our sweetest white table wine with a bold, clean, and refreshing finish.
Winemaker’s notes: Calypso is a sweet white wine, made primarily with Frontenac Gris grapes. Recent Medals: Silver, 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Double Gold - 96 points, San Francisco International Wine Competition; Silver, 2019 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Silver - 91 Points, 2019 American Wine Society Commercial Competition; Best of Division & Double Gold, 2018 Wisconsin State Fair; Gold, 2018 Indy Wine Competition.
Jeté is a ruby-colored wine with earthy notes of red beets, oregano, and cherry on the nose. A light-bodied red wine, with a delicate balance on the palate, we taste hints of fig, peppercorn and raspberry with lingering young tannins.
Winemaker’s notes: Jeté is a dry red wine made from Sangiovese and cold climate grapes. Recent Medals: Gold, 2022 San Francisco International Wine Competition, Bronze, 2017 Mid American Wine Competition; Silver, 2015 Mid American Wine Competition; Bronze, Indy International Wine Competition.
Jeté is a ruby-colored wine with earthy notes of red beets, oregano, and cherry on the nose. A light-bodied red wine, with a delicate balance on the palate, we taste hints of fig, peppercorn and raspberry with lingering young tannins.
Winemaker’s notes: Jeté is a dry red wine made from Sangiovese and cold climate grapes. Recent Medals: Gold, 2022 San Francisco International Wine Competition, Bronze, 2017 Mid American Wine Competition; Silver, 2015 Mid American Wine Competition; Bronze, Indy International Wine Competition.
Tap Dance is wonderfully approachable, with aromas of orange blossom, cherry, and candied ginger. Tap Dance has complexity and depth, and a well-rounded balance exhibiting flavors of cherry and orange zest.
Winemaker’s notes: Tap Dance is a dry red wine featuring Petite Pearl grapes. Recent Medals: Silver, 2019 San Francisco International Wine Competition; Silver, 2019 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Silver - 92 points, 2019 American Wine Society Commercial Wine Competition.
Tap Dance is wonderfully approachable, with aromas of orange blossom, cherry, and candied ginger. Tap Dance has complexity and depth, and a well-rounded balance exhibiting flavors of cherry and orange zest.
Winemaker’s notes: Tap Dance is a dry red wine featuring Petite Pearl grapes. Recent Medals: Silver, 2019 San Francisco International Wine Competition; Silver, 2019 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Silver - 92 points, 2019 American Wine Society Commercial Wine Competition.
Sashay represents our winemaker’s expression of an unoaked Frontenac. It has a vibrant, rich color and a strong nose of cherry, blueberry, and cocoa. Sashay has a smooth and creamy mouthfeel reminiscent of a mature, full-bodied red. It could be said that this wine is older than its years!
Winemaker’s notes: Sashay is an off-dry red wine made principally from Frontenac grapes. Recent Medals: Gold, 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Best of Class, 2019 & 2018 Indy International Wine Competition; Silver, 2019 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Silver, 2017 Indy Wine Competition.
Sashay represents our winemaker’s expression of an unoaked Frontenac. It has a vibrant, rich color and a strong nose of cherry, blueberry, and cocoa. Sashay has a smooth and creamy mouthfeel reminiscent of a mature, full-bodied red. It could be said that this wine is older than its years!
Winemaker’s notes: Sashay is an off-dry red wine made principally from Frontenac grapes. Recent Medals: Gold, 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Best of Class, 2019 & 2018 Indy International Wine Competition; Silver, 2019 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Silver, 2017 Indy Wine Competition.
The nose is mostly berry, with a spice finish. The taste seems complex; we taste persimmon, pomegranate (not to get snooty about it), red licorice, and leather. We taste blackberry on the front of the tongue, a spicy tingle at the back, and vanilla. One of our tasters said it “makes you want to dance.” Garnet color.
Winemaker’s notes: Conga is an semi-sweet red wine made from Marquette and other cold climate grapes. Recent Medals: Silver, 2018 Indy Wine Competition; Silver, 2018 Wisconsin State Fair; Silver, 2014 Wisconsin State Fair.
The nose is mostly berry, with a spice finish. The taste seems complex; we taste persimmon, pomegranate (not to get snooty about it), red licorice, and leather. We taste blackberry on the front of the tongue, a spicy tingle at the back, and vanilla. One of our tasters said it “makes you want to dance.” Garnet color.
Winemaker’s notes: Conga is an semi-sweet red wine made from Marquette and other cold climate grapes. Recent Medals: Silver, 2018 Indy Wine Competition; Silver, 2018 Wisconsin State Fair; Silver, 2014 Wisconsin State Fair.
Our winemaker’s tribute to pure fruit wine. Unashamed of its origins, it bursts with the taste of fresh raspberries, in a well-balanced wine with just enough sweetness and a clean finish.
Winemaker’s notes: Tango is a sweet dessert wine made from raspberries. Recent Medals: Bronze, 2016 Wisconsin State Fair; Double Gold, 2015 Wisconsin State Fair.
Our winemaker’s tribute to pure fruit wine. Unashamed of its origins, it bursts with the taste of fresh raspberries, in a well-balanced wine with just enough sweetness and a clean finish.
Winemaker’s notes: Tango is a sweet dessert wine made from raspberries. Recent Medals: Bronze, 2016 Wisconsin State Fair; Double Gold, 2015 Wisconsin State Fair.
Bolero is a classic Ruby Port; perfect after a nice dinner with a little cheese or chocolate. It has a wonderfully smooth yet complex body with notes of cherry, cocoa, and mocha. Bolero is a great balance of flavors with gentle acids and a sweet,
lingering finish that make this a memorable dessert wine.
Winemaker’s notes: Bolero is a sweet dessert wine made from primarily Sangiovese grapes. Recent Medals: Bronze, 2018 Mid American Wine Competition; Silver, 2015 Wisconsin State Fair.
Bolero is a classic Ruby Port; perfect after a nice dinner with a little cheese or chocolate. It has a wonderfully smooth yet complex body with notes of cherry, cocoa, and mocha. Bolero is a great balance of flavors with gentle acids and a sweet,
lingering finish that make this a memorable dessert wine.
Winemaker’s notes: Bolero is a sweet dessert wine made from primarily Sangiovese grapes. Recent Medals: Bronze, 2018 Mid American Wine Competition; Silver, 2015 Wisconsin State Fair.
Bossa Nova is aged in our Solera system, and is becoming a spectacular tawny port. As with all ports, it is a fortified wine. We suggest swirling before sniffing, to release the abundant raisin and earthy chocolate notes. The body is rich, complex,
with flavors of dark chocolate and cherry, and toasted coconut on the finish.
Winemaker’s notes: Bill’s Bossa Nova is a sweet dessert wine made from primarily Sangiovese grapes. Recent Medals: Silver, 2019 Mid American Wine Competition; Silver, 2017 Indy Wine Competition; Silver, 2016 Wisconsin State Fair; Silver, 2016 San Francisco International Wine Competition.
Bossa Nova is aged in our Solera system, and is becoming a spectacular tawny port. As with all ports, it is a fortified wine. We suggest swirling before sniffing, to release the abundant raisin and earthy chocolate notes. The body is rich, complex,
with flavors of dark chocolate and cherry, and toasted coconut on the finish.
Winemaker’s notes: Bill’s Bossa Nova is a sweet dessert wine made from primarily Sangiovese grapes. Recent Medals: Silver, 2019 Mid American Wine Competition; Silver, 2017 Indy Wine Competition; Silver, 2016 Wisconsin State Fair; Silver, 2016 San Francisco International Wine Competition.
Charleston’s nose is reminiscent of citrus fruit, with hints of green apple. This light, refreshing white wine, has a bright, crisp body. It is a perfect wine for warm summer days.
Winemaker’s notes: Charleston is a semi-sweet white wine made primarily with Prairie Star grapes. Recent Medals: Gold, 2018 Indy International Wine Competition; Silver, 2018 International Cold Climate Wine Competition.
Charleston’s nose is reminiscent of citrus fruit, with hints of green apple. This light, refreshing white wine, has a bright, crisp body. It is a perfect wine for warm summer days.
Winemaker’s notes: Charleston is a semi-sweet white wine made primarily with Prairie Star grapes. Recent Medals: Gold, 2018 Indy International Wine Competition; Silver, 2018 International Cold Climate Wine Competition.
This sweet, well-balanced dessert wine has a floral nose with peach notes. We taste an array of tropical fruits, hints of green apple, and lemon zest. The finish is bright and crisp, making it perfect for pairing with most bold cheeses.
Winemaker’s Notes: Lindy is a sweet dessert wine made primarily from Frontenac Gris grapes. Recent Medals: Gold, 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Gold & Best of Show - Specialty/Fortified Wine, 2019 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Double Gold - 98 points, 2018 San Francisco International Wine Competition; Best of Show, 2017 Mid American Wine Competition; Double Gold, 2017 Indy Wine Competition.
This sweet, well-balanced dessert wine has a floral nose with peach notes. We taste an array of tropical fruits, hints of green apple, and lemon zest. The finish is bright and crisp, making it perfect for pairing with most bold cheeses.
Winemaker’s Notes: Lindy is a sweet dessert wine made primarily from Frontenac Gris grapes. Recent Medals: Gold, 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Gold & Best of Show - Specialty/Fortified Wine, 2019 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Double Gold - 98 points, 2018 San Francisco International Wine Competition; Best of Show, 2017 Mid American Wine Competition; Double Gold, 2017 Indy Wine Competition.
Violet, raspberry, and a hint of molasses make up the nose of this approachable red wine. The taste is reminiscent of cherry, with cocoa and fig undertones. It has a pleasant, lingering finish, and a lovely garnet color. Drinkable now but can be cellared two to four years.
Winemaker’s notes: Ballroom is an off-dry red made from Sangiovese and cold climate grapes. Recent Medals: Gold, 2021 San Francisco International Wine Competition; Bronze, 2019 Indy International Wine Competition; Silver, 2017 Mid American Wine Competition; Bronze, 2017 Wisconsin State Fair.
Violet, raspberry, and a hint of molasses make up the nose of this approachable red wine. The taste is reminiscent of cherry, with cocoa and fig undertones. It has a pleasant, lingering finish, and a lovely garnet color. Drinkable now but can be cellared two to four years.
Winemaker’s notes: Ballroom is an off-dry red made from Sangiovese and cold climate grapes. Recent Medals: Gold, 2021 San Francisco International Wine Competition; Bronze, 2019 Indy International Wine Competition; Silver, 2017 Mid American Wine Competition; Bronze, 2017 Wisconsin State Fair.
Made from Frontenac Blanc grapes harvested and pressed in the heart of winter, this true ice wine is an expression of our winemaker’s dedication to fine cold climate wines. We get ripe apple and clay on the nose. The taste is remarkably smooth with tropical fruit flavors of banana, pineapple, and mango.
Winemaker’s Notes: Hula is a sweet ice wine made from predominately Frontenac Blanc grapes. Medals: Double Gold, 2022 New York World Wine & Spirits Competition; Double Gold, Best of Show - Dessert Wine, 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Bronze, 2019 Mid American Wine Competition; Silver, 2018 San Francisco International Wine Competition.
Made from Frontenac Blanc grapes harvested and pressed in the heart of winter, this true ice wine is an expression of our winemaker’s dedication to fine cold climate wines. We get ripe apple and clay on the nose. The taste is remarkably smooth with tropical fruit flavors of banana, pineapple, and mango.
Winemaker’s Notes: Hula is a sweet ice wine made from predominately Frontenac Blanc grapes. Medals: Double Gold, 2022 New York World Wine & Spirits Competition; Double Gold, Best of Show - Dessert Wine, 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Bronze, 2019 Mid American Wine Competition; Silver, 2018 San Francisco International Wine Competition.
Frontessa is an off-dry white blend made primarily from Frontenac Blanc grapes. Soft notes of oak give way to a palate of pear and apple, and a hint of tangerine on the clean lingering finish. Frontessa is a mark of the Marquessa Consortium, subscribing to rigorous winemaking standards.
Frontessa is an off-dry white blend made primarily from Frontenac Blanc grapes. Soft notes of oak give way to a palate of pear and apple, and a hint of tangerine on the clean lingering finish. Frontessa is a mark of the Marquessa Consortium, subscribing to rigorous winemaking standards.
Pony is a well-balanced, light, fruit-driven blush wine. We get cherry, cantaloupe, and hibiscus on the nose. Cherry predominates on the tongue, with apricot and hints of cantaloupe and apple.
Winemaker’s notes: Pony in an off-dry rosé made from a blend of cold climate grapes.
Pony is a well-balanced, light, fruit-driven blush wine. We get cherry, cantaloupe, and hibiscus on the nose. Cherry predominates on the tongue, with apricot and hints of cantaloupe and apple.
Winemaker’s notes: Pony in an off-dry rosé made from a blend of cold climate grapes.
Pineau des Dragonflies is our first apéritif here at DDW. This fortified white wine is inspired by the French Pineau des Charentes. We get lemon zest and allspice on the nose. Honey, brulé sugar, and lemon drop candies on the palate.
Winemaker’s notes: Pineau des Dragonflies is made primarily from La Crescent grapes.
Pineau des Dragonflies is our first apéritif here at DDW. This fortified white wine is inspired by the French Pineau des Charentes. We get lemon zest and allspice on the nose. Honey, brulé sugar, and lemon drop candies on the palate.
Winemaker’s notes: Pineau des Dragonflies is made primarily from La Crescent grapes.
Super Danza was inspired by the Super Tuscan style of wine from Italy. Earthy notes of clay and peat, with dark berries on the nose. Flavors of plum, pomegranate, and orange peel, finishing with full and lingering tannins.
Winemaker’s notes: Super Danza is a dry red wine, made primarily with Merlot grapes. Recommended Pairings: Wood River Creamery Cheddar Gruyere, Boar's Head Roast Beef, Boar's Head Parmigiano-Reggiano (DOP), or the Inigo Montoya Baguette Sandwich.
Super Danza was inspired by the Super Tuscan style of wine from Italy. Earthy notes of clay and peat, with dark berries on the nose. Flavors of plum, pomegranate, and orange peel, finishing with full and lingering tannins.
Winemaker’s notes: Super Danza is a dry red wine, made primarily with Merlot grapes. Recommended Pairings: Wood River Creamery Cheddar Gruyere, Boar's Head Roast Beef, Boar's Head Parmigiano-Reggiano (DOP), or the Inigo Montoya Baguette Sandwich.
Twist is our fabulous Méthode Champenoise (or Traditionnelle) sparkling wine. This is the method used in Champagne, and it takes two long years (or more) to make. It has an effervescent and creamy mouthfeel from aging on the lees (expended yeast), which also creates the brioche and nutty aromatics, reminiscent of pistachios. We get additional notes of pear, fresh pineapple, and a hint of lemon zest. Christine’s Twist is being offered at three different sweetness levels: our newest being Demi-Sec (semi-sweet), Brut (off-dry) and Brut Nature (zero sweetness added).
Recent Medals: Silver, 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Gold, 2016 MGGA Wine Competition; Silver, 2016 Indy Wine Competition; Silver, 2016 Wisconsin State Fair.
Twist is our fabulous Méthode Champenoise (or Traditionnelle) sparkling wine. This is the method used in Champagne, and it takes two long years (or more) to make. It has an effervescent and creamy mouthfeel from aging on the lees (expended yeast), which also creates the brioche and nutty aromatics, reminiscent of pistachios. We get additional notes of pear, fresh pineapple, and a hint of lemon zest. Christine’s Twist is being offered at three different sweetness levels: our newest being Demi-Sec (semi-sweet), Brut (off-dry) and Brut Nature (zero sweetness added).
Recent Medals: Silver, 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition; Gold, 2016 MGGA Wine Competition; Silver, 2016 Indy Wine Competition; Silver, 2016 Wisconsin State Fair.
The nose of this nicely balanced red wine features notes of cherry, chocolate, and black currant. It is dry and full-bodied with a smooth, velvety mouthfeel. Soft, refined tannins, subdued oak, and a lingering finish make Marquessa the perfect food wine.
Winemaker’s notes: Marquessa is a dry red wine featuring at least 75% Marquette grapes. It is drinkable now, and should age nicely for the next few years. Recent Medals: Silver, 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition.
The nose of this nicely balanced red wine features notes of cherry, chocolate, and black currant. It is dry and full-bodied with a smooth, velvety mouthfeel. Soft, refined tannins, subdued oak, and a lingering finish make Marquessa the perfect food wine.
Winemaker’s notes: Marquessa is a dry red wine featuring at least 75% Marquette grapes. It is drinkable now, and should age nicely for the next few years. Recent Medals: Silver, 2022 International Cold Climate Wine Competition.
A light and refreshing sparkling blush wine, with hints of strawberry, citrus, and fresh summer berries. Perfect on our patio on a beautiful summer day.
A light and refreshing sparkling blush wine, with hints of strawberry, citrus, and fresh summer berries. Perfect on our patio on a beautiful summer day.
This La Crescent varietal wine opens with tropical aromatics. A fragrant profile of guava, mango, and pineapple leads to a crisp, vibrant finish with hints of tart strawberry.
This La Crescent varietal wine opens with tropical aromatics. A fragrant profile of guava, mango, and pineapple leads to a crisp, vibrant finish with hints of tart strawberry.
Made from Saint Pepin and Frontenac Blanc grapes, the aromatics are bright and fresh. The taste profile starts with Meyer lemon and young pear, finishing with flavors of lychee and peach.
Made from Saint Pepin and Frontenac Blanc grapes, the aromatics are bright and fresh. The taste profile starts with Meyer lemon and young pear, finishing with flavors of lychee and peach.
A beautiful blend of Itasca and Marquette grapes offers a delicate aroma of cherry blossom. Notes of strawberry, Rainier cherries, and dried raspberries create a refreshing and balanced rosé.
A beautiful blend of Itasca and Marquette grapes offers a delicate aroma of cherry blossom. Notes of strawberry, Rainier cherries, and dried raspberries create a refreshing and balanced rosé.
Aromas of Rainier cherry make up the nose of this fruity, off-dry young wine. Flavors of plum, cranberry, and pomegranate open up round and jammy, and finish with bright food-friendly acidity. This wine is the perfect companion to holiday meals.
Winemaker’s notes: Dragonfly Nouveau is an off-dry red wine made from Marquette and Sabrevois grapes fermented in the traditional carbonic maceration method.
Aromas of Rainier cherry make up the nose of this fruity, off-dry young wine. Flavors of plum, cranberry, and pomegranate open up round and jammy, and finish with bright food-friendly acidity. This wine is the perfect companion to holiday meals.
Winemaker’s notes: Dragonfly Nouveau is an off-dry red wine made from Marquette and Sabrevois grapes fermented in the traditional carbonic maceration method.
