Wines made from Traminette grapes of Delaware
Discover the best wines made with Traminette as a single variety or as a blend of Delaware.
More informations about the variety Traminette
Muscat-scented, structured whites with a golden robe, full palate and firm acidity. Intense aromas of rose, lychee, white flowers, yellow fruits (peach, apricot), honey and soft spices reminiscent of Gewürztraminer. Produced as dry, off-dry and sweet styles. Aromatic flagship of the American north-east (Indiana — the state's signature variety —, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania) and Canada. Hybrid created in 1965 by Cornell University (Joannes Seyve 23.416 × Gewürztraminer).
More informations about the region of Delaware
Small mid-Atlantic American state with a temperate maritime climate between the Atlantic and Delaware Bay, long season of 199 days, draining sandy soils in the south. Delaware (indigenous white hybrid, named after the state) is the signature variety: aromatic with intense notes of fresh grape, ripe fruits and a honeyed touch, excellent as dry, sparkling and ice wine. Taut Chardonnay and Bordeaux varieties (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot) in complement. Emerging robust hybrids.