Wines made from Chenin blanc grapes of Illinois
Discover the best wines made with Chenin blanc as a single variety or as a blend of Illinois.
Chameleon whites with taut acidity, ranging from mineral dry (Savennières, Vouvray sec) to off-dry and medium-sweet (Vouvray, Montlouis), sumptuous botrytised sweet (Quarts-de-Chaume, Bonnezeaux, Coteaux du Layon) and brilliant sparkling (Crémant de Loire, Vouvray brut). Aromas of quince, apple, honey, white flowers, beeswax and flint. An Anjou variety, also star of South Africa's Western Cape.
Midwestern US wine state, humid continental climate requiring robust hybrid varieties. Signature Chambourcin in red: fruity and accessible with signature black cherry, raspberry, plum, fresh herbs and a peppery touch, supple tannins and lively acidity — the local standard. Dense, deeply coloured Norton (blackberry, coffee), fruity Frontenac, spicy Foch. Whites: ample Chardonel, honeyed sweet Vidal Blanc, aromatic Vignoles, opulent Traminette, lively Seyval Blanc.