The
Sweetness Scale listed after each wine ranges from
0
(Driest) to 4(Sweetest).
White
Wines
Huidekoper-A
sweet, very fruity wine, with the aroma and taste of fresh grapes. This
wine was popular at the Turn of the Century. Named for the Huidekoper estate
on the Lake. This wine should be enjoyed at any time, especially for dessert
or in wine coolers.
Sweetness Scale=4
Princess
Snowater- A
semi-sweet wine with a nice fruit aroma and finish. Ideal for those
who do not care for a dry tart wine. Named for the Indian word for
Conneaut, meaning snow waters. A real fun wine for all occasions,
including Chinese cooking, picnics, cookouts and parties.
Sweetness Scale=3
Allegheny
Gold-
A semi-sweet wine with a Granny Smith Apple aroma. Named for nearby
Allegheny College and the Allegheny River. Enjoy with fruits, cheeses,
salads and chicken dishes.
Sweetness Scale=2.5
Wolf
Island- A
medium wine, neither dry nor sweet, with a well-balanced flavor and a pleasant
aroma of the vineyards. Named for the largest island on Conneaut
Lake. An excellent companion to chicken and fish.
Sweetness Scale=2
Riesling-A
semi-dry wine made from the grape of Rhine Wine fame. This wine was
originally named Iroquois Gold for the Native American Iroquois of Conneaut
Lake. Aromas are apples, peaches, and orange peels. The perfect
wine for fruit, cheese, salad and poultry.
Sweetness Scale=2
Gewürztraminer-(Gee-vurtz-trey-meener)
An off-dry wine made with the Alsatian grape. It is distinctive,
spicy and aromatic. Aromas are lychee-nuts, apricots, grapefruit
and pineapple. Complements spicy dishes, glazed pork, fruit, and
Chinese Cuisine. Limited quantities are available.
Sweetness Scale=1.5
Reflections
of Lake Erie- Our
own version of the wine made by the member wineries of the Lake Erie Quality
Wine Alliance. This is an off-dry blend of Chardonnay and Riesling
grapes grown in the Lake Erie District. It is the perfect counterpart
to hors d'oeuvres or meals requiring a crisp, clean white wine.
Sweetness Scale=1.0
Snug
Harbor -
A delightfully crisp off-dry varietal wine made from the hybrid Vidal Blanc
grape and Seyval grape. Named for the area on the East Side of Conneaut Lake where
a lighthouse stands. Lemon and peach aromas with a well-balanced
flavor characterize this wine. Goes very well with seafood and poultry
recipes.
Sweetness Scale=1
Pinot
Grigio -
A wonderfully dry white Vinifera wine made from the Pinot Grigio grape.
It has citrus aromas and flavors with a clean taste. Excellent with
traditional fish, poultry, and pork dishes.
Sweetness Scale=0
Vidal
Blanc -
A very dry (tart) varietal wine made from a hybrid grape called Vidal Blanc
. This wine was aged in American Oak for 6 months. We call
it our "Mini-Chardonnay". Aromas are citrus and vanilla. Complements
fish and chicken dishes.
Sweetness Scale=0
Chardonnay
(American and French Oak) - A
very dry (tart) Vinifera wine made from Chardonnay grapes. This wine
is barrel-fermented, Sur Lie style, and aged in Oak.
American Oak has complex aromas such as apples and vanilla with many subtle
nuances. French Oak has toasted aromas and flavors. The unrivaled
companion for poultry and seafood.
Sweetness Scale=0
Rose
Wines
Pymatuning
Rose- A
semi-sweet rose wine made from Native American Grapes. Named for
Pymatuning Lake. It has a very citrus aroma with a pleasant flavor
making it an all-purpose wine. This wine is a fun wine to be enjoyed
any time or place. Great for those summertime picnics or winter card
parties!
Sweetness Scale=3
Midway
Blush -
A mellow rose/blush wine made from a blend of native and hybrid grapes.
Named for the Midway Area on the East Side of Conneaut Lake. It is
a "Midway" wine with flavors and aromas midway on the scale. This
wine is an all-purpose wine that complements lunches, buffets and casual
dining.
Sweetness Scale=2
Red
Wines
Hazel
Park Red -
A sweet, light colored, creamy tasting wine with lots of American grape
aroma. Named for the Hazel Park area on the East Side of Conneaut
Lake. This wine is to be enjoyed at any time, especially as a sipping
wine or as a dessert wine.
Sweetness Scale=4
Summit
Red -
A semi-sweet red wine made predominantly with DeChaunac grapes. Named
for Summit Township which lies at the north end of Conneaut Lake.
Great for sipping, parties, and casual get-togethers with friends.
Sweetness Scale=3
Colonel
Crawford -
A semi-dry red wine with a mellow berry aroma and flavor. Named for
Crawford County's frontier hero. Goes very well with wine and cheese
parties, barbecues, and shish kabobs.
Sweetness Scale=2
Sadsbury
Red -
An off-dry, slightly tart wine with a berry flavor. It is aged in
American Oak for 6 months (Burgundy Style). Named for Sadsbury Township
which encompasses a large part of Conneaut Lake. Great with pasta
dishes, steaks, chops and roasts.
Sweetness Scale=1
Pinot
Noir – A
dry, red Burgundy grape that is light in body, color, and tannin.
It is aged in French and American Oak for 6 months. This wine has a slight
spicy bouquet and a strawberry pie flavor with a smooth mouthfeel finish.
This versatile, easy-drinking wine is a good partner with grilled salmon
and pork loin.
SweetnessScale
= 0
Merlot -
A dry, distinguished wine aged for 1 year in
American Oak Barrels. Aromas and flavors are vanilla, black currant, plum, and
chocolate. Goes very well with grilled meats, hard cheese, barbecued pork, and
rack of lamb.
Sweetness Scale = 0
Finn
Ditch Red -
A very dry wine made from Chambourcin grapes and Noiret grapes, which grow well in this region
and also the Loire Valley of France. Aged in American Oak and named
for a project on the old Huidekoper Estate. Aromas and flavors are
black cherries and black plums. Excellent with meats, stews, pastas
and similar foods.
Sweetness Scale=0
Cabernet
Franc -
A dry, hearty Bordeaux grape. It is aged 18 months in American Oak.
One of the parent grapes for Cabernet Sauvignon. Aromas are allspice,
boysenberry, and cranberry. Wonderful when served with sirloin of
beef or pork roasts.
Sweetness Scale=0
Cabernet
Sauvignon -
A dry Bordeaux grape that matures into a robust wine. It is aged
for 2 years in American Oak, giving a definitive full-bodied taste.
Aromas are bittersweet chocolate, green peppers, black currant and raspberries.
Perfect for lamb, steaks, and chops as well as chocolate.
Sweetness Scale=0
Sparkling
Wines
Ice House
Misty Bubbly Pink -
A slightly sweet bubbling wine for your party or celebration fun, with
a nice fruity aroma. Named for the bay at the southeast corner of
Conneaut Lake. This sparkler is usually served after dinner.
Available seasonally.
Sweetness Scale=3
Ice
House Misty Bubbly White -
A semi-dry sparkling wine. Perfect for celebrating and to make any
occasion memorable. Named for the bay at the southeast corner of
Conneaut Lake. It is usually served before or after dinner and complements
many desserts. Available seasonally.
Sweetness Scale=2 |