Wines made from Traminette grapes of Lehigh Valley
Discover the best wines made with Traminette as a single variety or as a blend of Lehigh Valley.
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 Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania AVA (~1,888 sq mi, 6 counties), cool continental climate comparable to central Europe, well-drained shale soils. Chambourcin reigns in red (hybrid called "valley jewel", planted everywhere): fruity and supple with cherry, raspberry, blackberry, herbs and peppery touch, fine tannins. Taut Riesling (lime, green apple, petrol, white flowers), ample Chardonnay in vinifera whites. Vidal, Cayuga, Marquette, Frontenac hybrids.
What are the typical flavors of the Traminette grape variety?
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Traminette
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Traminette
- FloralPresent in 1% of Traminette
- Tropical fruitPresent in 1% of Traminette
- OakPresent in 1% of Traminette