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Little is known about the exact parentage of Chambourcin. It was a hybrid developed by Joannes Seibel in the Loire Valley of France, based on a number of undetermined Native American species and Seibel hybrids. Released in the early 1960s, read more...plantings increased steadily in the cool coastal Nantes region of the western Loire Valley in France.

Although no longer a recommended varietal under French wine law, it is still widely grown in the Nantes, a region dominated by pale white wines. Today there are over 9,000 acres planted in the Loire, made into both rosés; and red table wine. It is not surprising that this high-yielding, cold hardy cultivar has made its way across the pond to the cooler-climate areas of North America. It has been planted in America since the 1970s, where it is found mostly in the northeast and midwest, as well as in Canada. Chambourcin also maintains a presence in Australia, notably in the humid conditions of the Hunter Valley. It is extremely vigorous and disease-resistant.

Chambourcin wines offer expressive herbaceous aromas, combined with excellent structure, a result of their thick skins, high tannins and good acidity. This grape is catching on in the New World, suggesting a promising future.

The Talented Mr. Chambourcin. Your attributes are undeniable, but your background is clouded in mystery. All we know is that you were born to a half-breed, blue-collar family, known as the Franco hybrid clan. It was impressive how you made your way into the domain of vinifera high society. Your combination of tannic strength and assertive demeanor seems to have them fooled. As the only dark-skinned chap, popularity was your destiny in the Nantes, a region full of fair-haired women. Away from the imprisoning nature of French vine law, you now seem comfortable with yourself in America. You appear healthy, strong and relaxed. Is it something you're smoking that fills the air around you with that wonderous herbaceous aroma?    (hide)

apulliam reviewed Chaddsford Winery Cabernet Chambourcin NV:

November 2009

apulliam

Chaddsford Winery Cabernet Chambourcin NV

Starting at $16^.00 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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MTB reviewed Heritage Trail Rochambeau Red NV:

November 2009

MTB

A blend of Villard Noir, Chambourcin, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon fermented in stainless steel for 20 days and then transferred to aged French Oak before being racked in American oak. The result is a lighter-bodied...

Heritage Trail Rochambeau Red NV

Snoothrank: 2.5/5

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staggerwing50 reviewed Turtle Run White Chambourcin Rose 2006:

October 2009

staggerwing50

Despite the name, it is a rose, and very good. Semi-sweet and very fruity, goes with almost any food.

Turtle Run White Chambourcin Rose 2006

Starting at $10^.00 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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staggerwing50 reviewed Turtle Run Winery Joes Jammin Red NV:

October 2009

staggerwing50

A blend of chancellor, noiret, corot noir, chambourcin, merlot, and concord. Semi-sweet but real smooth.

Turtle Run Winery Joes Jammin Red NV

Starting at $7^.99 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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Val13 reviewed Crown Valley Winery Chambourcin 2003:

October 2009

Val13

"Rustic" barnyard/wood smoke aromas, light body with cocoa/spices on palate, long finish.

Crown Valley Winery Chambourcin 2003

Starting at $12^.00 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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schellbe wrote in the forum topic: Norton - a brief history of an American wine

September 2009

schellbe

Baltimore Bend Vineyard My wife and I visited this winery, east of KC about 50 ... Probably more ready. 05 Chambourcin $15 Another common red hybrid grown in MO. Lighter bodied than Cynthiana. 06 Cabernet Franc $17....

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blog4wine reviewed Boyd's Cardinal Hollow Chambourcin 2006:

August 2009

blog4wine

color - blue/red nose - big red fruit mouth - medium, blueberry, currant finish - medium carbonic in style, big fruit, lean acid & tannin buy it, drink it

Boyd's Cardinal Hollow Chambourcin 2006

Starting at $15^.00 Snoothrank: 3/5

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dhamoore reviewed Chambourcin Ice Wine:

August 2009

dhamoore

Just enjoyed a bottle of Johnson Estate Winery Chambourcin Ice wine - delicious! hints of cherry, blueberry, leather. Smoooooooth, low tanins. Never had an ice wine I really enjoyed until I tried this.

Chambourcin Ice Wine

Starting at $34^.99 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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sooziq61 reviewed Creekstone Chambourcin 1995:

August 2009

sooziq61

Creekstone Chambourcin 1995

Snoothrank: 3/5

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lukejo reviewed Von Jakob Vineyard Chambourcin Red NV:

August 2009

lukejo

Medium bodied red wine with a hint of sweetness and some light acidity. A bit of oak and musty on the nose and great accompaniment to a gouda cheese.

Von Jakob Vineyard Chambourcin Red NV

Starting at $9^.95 Snoothrank: 3/5

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