Tag: Noiret

Don’t Call it a Comeback: Hudson Valley Winemakers Prove Hybrid Wines Have a Place in the Cellar and at the Table

closeup Seyval grapes and grape leaves on the vine

A plethora of wines made from hybrid varieties are emerging from “under-the-radar” status to notable wines—and it’s happening in our backyard.

Nuances of Noiret

Noiret is a relatively new hybrid grape variety used in red wine production, offering another option for cold climate grape growers.

Noiret

Clermont Vineyards & Winery

Since its grand opening in 2014, Clermont Vineyards & Winery has established itself as a staple on the Hudson Valley wine trail.

Aurore Cabernet Franc Chardonnay Marechal Foch Noiret Seyval Blanc Vidal Blanc

Stoutridge Vineyard & Distillery

scene with pond and building in background

Stoutridge Vineyard is a premium estate winery and distillery located in Marlboro, NY, 70 miles north of Manhattan. They are members of the Shawangunk Wine Trail, as well as the Meet Me in Marlborough Farm Trail.

Cabernet Franc Gin Merlot Noiret Rye Seyval Blanc Vodka Whiskey

Brimstone Hill Vineyard

Brimstone Hill is among the older Hudson Valley vineyards and wineries. The vineyard dates back to 1969 when Richard and Valerie Eldridge planted some 20 varieties of “French hybrid” grapes on approximately a half acre of sloping land.

Cabernet Franc Cayuga Chardonnay Marechal Foch Noiret Riesling Seyval Blanc

Clearview Vineyard

Bottle and two glasses of Clearview wine accompanied by a cheeseboard

Karen wanted to be a farmer and Frank thought he was retired. That’s how it started. They set out to make quality wines from organically grown grapes.

Baco Noir Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Cayuga Chardonnay Marquette Merlot Noiret Riesling Seyval Blanc Traminette Vidal Blanc