2019 Blaufränkisch

Blaufrankisch

PA - Lake Erie

$21.99 / 750 mL Bottle

Alcohol 13.1%

Blaufränkisch, a traditional Austrian red variety that grows very well in our region, is a consistently interesting wine. This latest vintage expresses aromas of cranberries and dried flowers with medium-full body and soft, velvety tannins. Cherry, black plum, and tobacco leaf aromatics harmonizing with dark chocolate and vanilla flavors are also characteristic in this variety. Aged 22 months in Hungarian and French oak barrels adding a layer of spicy oakiness to the finish. This light to medium-bodied, dry red rounds out a nice, hearty stew or pasta with a tomato or vinegar-based sauce. This beautifully ruby colored wine also makes a very nice base for sangria. Current Vintage Awards: Silver Medal – 2022 Monterey International Wine Competition Recent Vintage Awards: Gold Medal – 2017 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition Bronze Medal – 2019 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition Bronze Medal – 2018 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition Bronze Medal – 2018 International Women's Wine Competition Sonoma CA

Maker Name

Bob Green

Vineyard/Orchard Name

Olde Chautauqua Vineyards