Chardonel (GOLD medal @ North Carolina State Fair 2007)
Aromas of green apples, orange and cilantro
Light body, crisp with racy acidity; off-dry with candied fruit finish
Food pairings: roasted turkey, Gouda cheese, olives, custard, mixed greens with goat cheese
Traminette (BRONZE medal @North Carolina State Fair 2007)
Aromas of violets and honey: floral
Medium bodied, rich and smooth
Finishes semi-sweet with refreshing acidity
Food pairings: pork, veal, Thai food or enjoy on its own
Chardonnay (SILVER medal @ North Carolina State Fair 2007)
Tropical fruit aromas, honeysuckle and sweet pepper with a hint of oak
Medium bodied with crisp acidity, hints of lemon, green apple and candied fruit
Food pairings: Fish tacos with guacamole, sharp cheese, blackened chicken, salmon, fresh fruit
Presidents Blend
47% Merlot, 22% Petit Verdot, 16% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Tempranillo
Smokey, cherries, blackberries, tobacco and black pepper aromas
Medium bodied, dry with black cherry, licorice, vanilla oak and spices
Food pairings: Cheeseburger with sharp white cheddar, steak, stuffed shells with ricotta and marinara
Chambourcin
Aromas of blackberries, roses, dark chocolate and smoky oak
Medium bodied, with flavors of blackberries, anise and smoke; spicy with bright acidity
Food pairings: NY strip with sautéed onions, mushrooms and bell peppers; grilled pork chops, lamb and mint, fettuccine alfredo
Cynthiana
Red and black licorice aromas, pine , blackberries and Asian spices
Medium body and acidity, black fruits, anise flavors, jammy with gripping tannins
Food pairings: Chili, venison, duck with red pepper marinade, fruit with cream cheese
Pickshin Red
52% Syrah, 38% Primitivo, 10% Grenache
Black pepper, green pepper and bittersweet chocolate aromas
Light bodied and smooth, tastes of plum, orange, red fruit and crushed red pepper
Food pairings: blackened steak or fish, pork loin, roasted chicken, shepherd’s pie, fajitas
