Nose
This expressive dry white wine is crisp, fruity and fresh.
Palate
Along with mineral notes, the well- cut acidity gives this Riesling a taut structure to balance flavors of crisp Granny Smith, white grapefruit, quince jam and honeycomb. These intricate flavors are matched with a steely-dry finish.
Growing Conditions
Chateau Grand Traverse wines produced from grapes grown in our Old Mission Peninsula Vineyards.
As growers of wine, we relish the fact that we are farmers first and make our living directly from the soil of our Michigan home. As winemakers, we can express the fruit of our labors in a regionally unique wine product. As committed stewards of the land, we also recognize the importance of the environment and our responsibility to provide for future generations. It’s more than just a business, it’s a commitment and lifestyle that we proudly live.
The Old Mission Peninsula extends northward from Traverse City into the Grand Traverse Bay of Lake Michigan, ending at Old Mission Point. The peninsula is 19 miles (31 km) long by 3 miles (5 km) wide at its widest point. The climate on the peninsula is moderated by the 500 feet deep surrounding waters, that help to prevent frost during the growing season.
The loamy sand and glacial till that make up the soil, combined with our location on the 45th Parallel make this an ideal place to grow all of our white varietals.
Soil: Loamy Sand/Glacial Till, pH of 7.2-8.0 pH
Elevation: 640-850 feet
Latitude: Chateau Grand Traverse vineyards lie directly on the 45° North Parallel.
Terrain: Vineyards are located primarily on southwest/west facing hillsides along the central ridge of the Old Mission Peninsula.
Heat Units: 5-Year Average = 2260 Degree Days (+50°F)
Growing Season: 145-160 days
Precipitation: 5-Year Average = 24.69“
Snowfall: 80.0“ Average
Winemaking
Winemaker: Bernd Croissant
Food Pairing
Its assertive and clean style is an ideal match for most seafood,
shellfish, or delicate cream sauce entrees.
