BLUE BOOK TASTE PROFILE

Appellation: Lake Erie
Varietal: Chambourcin


TASTE BENCHMARKS
  Profile #1
Burgundian Style
Appearance Medium garnet
Aroma Violets, cherry, taost and vanilla.
Flavor Modest tannins, well-integrated oak, long finish.
Balance Moderate alcohol, moderate acidity.
PRODUCTION CORRELATIONS
Oenological May require chaptalization to achieve 12.5% alcohol.
Viticultural May be grown in areas prone to lower winter temperatures.
Terroir High latitude, long summer days, moderating lake effect prevents winter kill, moderates temprature, and creates wind that dries vines. Well-drained benches 500-1,200 feet.