Chateau Grand Traverse

The cool wet October weather of the 2007 vintage was ideal for the Botrytis Cinerea fungus or “Noble Rot” to manifest on late-ripening Riesling clusters, causing the grapes to shrivel and concentrate in flavor. We laboriously hand sorted these raisined grapes, berry by berry, in order to make a sweet-style wine of uncommon intensity and richness. It shows beautiful honeyed flavors of ripe pineapple and apricot with a hint of vanilla and cedar in the finish from one month of aging in a traditional German oak oval. Gold Medal – 2009 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition, NY

Most entrées will surely be complemented by this versatile Semidry Riesling wine. Flavors of citrus and fresh fruit abound, balanced with crisp acidity and a lasting finish. From the basic stir fry, barbecue, or even Indian chutney, the fruit undertones will enhance a broad range of unique tastes. Serve slightly chilled.
Gold Medal – 2009 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition, NY

An expressive dry white wine with a crisp and fruity character. Its steely-dry qualities and delicate flavors of apple, pear and citrus match
well with most seafood, shellfish, or delicate cream sauce entrees.
Gold Medal – 2008 Los Angeles Int’l Wine Competition, CA

This exceptional Late Harvest Riesling abounds with dazzling fruit and crisp citrus flavors balanced with a naturally sweet finish. We created this exquisite after-dinner wine to match well with cheese and fruit as well as roast pork, glazed ham, poultry,
or most barbecued fare.
Silver Medal – 2008 Los Angeles Int’l Wine Competition, CA

This off-dry Riesling was made in a classic crisp and aromatic style. It was produced from specially hand-picked grape clusters pressed “whole” without any destemming or crushing. Its fermentation was long and cool resulting in a sleek and minerally wine with nuances of grapefruit, ripe apple and pear.
Gold Medal – 2009 Riverside International Wine Competition, CA