| Lemberger (Blaufrankisch) | |
| Basics: | Cold-hardy red winegrape showing good yields and ripening in early to mid-October. Grown throughout Central Europe where it is known by many names. |
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Growing Recommendations: |
Does well on a variety of soils. It buds early and ripens fairly late. |
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Winery Considerations: |
Merlot-like with mild tannins and having a dark chocolate/raspberry flavor. Wines made from this grape reportedly have low levels of histamines, a compound found in many other red wines that can cause allergy headaches in some people. Its spicy character can add flavor to other wines. It has aging potential. |