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Redemption Red

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Description: This wine is a tribute to the Vineyard’s founder. ?Against all advice he started the first commercial vineyard in the Capital District. ?Made from St. Croix grapes planted in 1995. ?Has a hint of cherry, full of tannin and spice. ?Oak aged for 12 months. ?A wonderful complement to steak and potatoes.

Varietal Definition
St. Croix:
St. Croix is the one red wine variety that Elmer Swenson has released to date. It is similar to his white variety, Kay Gray, in that it is hardy, low acid and disease-resistant.


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