Wines made from Vidal blanc grapes of Lancaster Valley
Discover the best wines made with Vidal blanc as a single variety or as a blend of Lancaster Valley.
More informations about the variety Vidal blanc
An interspecific cross obtained by Jean-Louis Vidal, between Ugni Blanc and 4986 Seibel or Golden Ray, its foliage reminiscent of that of Ugni Blanc. It can be found in the United States and Canada, but is little known in France.
More informations about the region of Pennsylvania
The wine region of Lancaster Valley is located in the region of Pennsylvania of United States. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Nissley or the Domaine Nissley produce mainly wines white, red and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Lancaster Valley are Seyval blanc, Vidal blanc and Cabernet franc, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Lancaster Valley often reveals types of flavors of red fruit, microbio or non oak and sometimes also flavors of oak.
What are the typical flavors of the Vidal blanc grape variety?
- MicrobioPresent in 1% of Vidal blanc
News about the grape variety Vidal blanc
Leading wine professionals sign letter calling for alternative packaging
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Bordeaux winemaker turns north to make Breton Chardonnay
Lamballe, CEO of window manufacturer FenêtréA, purchased the 25-hectare property Kerfraval in the village of Baden, near the natural harbour of the Gulf of Morbihan, in March 2022. Sallaud will transform Kerfraval into a wine estate, named Domaine Lamballe, comprising a winery – where he will make still and sparkling wine – a visitor centre and six gites. ‘We will plant 10ha of Chardonnay in April this year to make still and sparkling wines,’ Sallaud told Decanter. ‘Mr Lamballe loves Chablis, he ...
Top dining experiences of the northern Rhône
Vienne Located south of Lyon, La Pyramide in Vienne is a ‘temple to gastronomy’, according to Decanter’s Rhône correspondent Matt Walls. This two Michelin star family-run restaurant offers a fine dining experience, sourcing many of its ingredients from the Rhône Valley. Led by checf Patrick Henriroux, it creates an innovative cuisine that combines traditional French techniques with modern twists. Ampuis If you’re looking for a casual and relaxed dining experience to enjoy local dishe ...