Seyval Blanc

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(a.k.a Seyval)

Well suited to cool climates, this popular French-American hybrid is the second most planted vine in England, behind Müller-Thurgau. The variety is also popular in Canada and the eastern U.S., particularly New read more...York State. Reliably productive and an early ripening (usually mid to late September) Seyval Blanc is made into crisp white wines, with no foxy flavor, or sometimes into off-dry versions where the tart nature of the variety is balanced with residual sugar. Some producers have employed such enhancing techniques as barrel fermentation and/or aging, and malolactic fermentation to improve the quality of its sometimes neutral character and lack of intensity. The fruit is highly susceptible to botrytis bunch rot.

Sadly, Seyval Blanc (like all other hybrid varieties) was outlawed for “quality wine” designation by vinifera-obsessed European Union authorities, ostensibly, for quality reasons. This is a controversial issue for the English wine industry, where the variety has proved to produce some very notable wines.

Sure, it’s true that your lean body and restrained mineral nature have been compared to Chablis, but you are definitely not part of French Vinifera society. Monsieur Blanc, you are a member of the French-American working class. Your duty in life is to serve humbly in the vinifera-challenged environs of North America. However, cognizant and accepting of your station, you perform proudly and have proven yourself amongst the best of your profession. Your reference letters read: "Mr. White is hardworking and reliable. He has a pleasant and unobtrusive demeanor, yet can entertain his guests with dry acidic wit. If one overlooks his rather bony frame, they will discover that he has the ability to present himself with a polished appearance. A touch of woody makeup and a stylish malolactic suit will add a little weight to his frame. Seyval can be trusted to perform, even in the coolest of working environments".    (hide)

suzyleeogata reviewed The Thomas Family Winery Seyval Blanc 2006:

November 2009

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The Thomas Family Winery Seyval Blanc 2006

Starting at $14^.49 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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Santa Adega wrote in the forum topic: Hey, I'm New ...

October 2009

Santa Adega

Sure, our sparkling wine is just great. We Have a lot of great "champenoise" labels here, I can suggest Miolo Brut or Miolo Millesime and Cave Geisse As reds, we have some good Merlots in the south, mostly from Vale dos...

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MTB reviewed Jones Winery Pure Rose NV:

August 2009

MTB

This is a drier Rosé than one usually finds, and I liked it the more because ... The wine is a blend of Seyval Blanc, Cayuga, and Cabernet Franc, and in addition to providing the color, the Cab Franc gives it that...

Jones Winery Pure Rose NV

Snoothrank: 2.5/5

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MTB reviewed Jones Winery Stonewall White NV:

August 2009

MTB

Like the Jones Winery Pinot Gris, the color is a pale yellow, but the Stonewall White is slightly deeper in color. The nose is fruity with notes of berries and light citrus notes, perhaps grapefruit. In the mouth, the...

Jones Winery Stonewall White NV

Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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rhill2990 wrote in the forum topic: Indiana and Kentucky Wineries

August 2009

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I recently visited two wineries on a trip through Kentucky and into Indiana. ... with Chardonnay grapes and Seyval Blanc grapes. It is kind of a Chardonnay light. The other wine I liked was their 2005 Family Reserve....

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ChipDWood wrote in the forum topic: Vote for your favorite Virginia Winery...

August 2009

ChipDWood

Tell me Jimmy: Was the "Sarah's Patio White" a blend that contained at least some instance of Seyval Blanc? Perhaps even Chardonell? That grape; Seyval Blanc", and it's progeny could spell a beginning to a new world....

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samschreib reviewed Noble Winery Seyval Blanc 2006:

July 2009

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Noble Winery Seyval Blanc 2006

Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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ChipDWood wrote in the forum topic: Notes & good news from Virginia.

July 2009

ChipDWood

Just some notes from "The Fair Commonwealth" and its growing reputation for ... liked the examples of the Seyval Blanc that I've tried- and crossing that grape with Chardonnay sounds like a recipe for greatness....

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Philip wrote in the forum topic: Spotlight: Camel Valley Winery

July 2009

Philip

I'd heard of Camel Valley Winery's reputation (award winning sparklers) since I first moved out of Cornwall over a decade ago. I was glad after all this time to get the chance to visit and meet Bob and Sam Lindo, the...

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Philip wrote in the forum topic: The State of English Wine

July 2009

Philip

Over the past decade the UK has been developing a reputation for its sparkling wines. Over here in the US, people tend to snort at the thought of British wine, at first, but then after considering the relative latitudes...

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