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LaCrescent

2009 South Dakota White Blend

Prairie Berry LaCrescent is a delightful white blend from South Dakota that captures the essence of its unique terroir. This full-bodied wine showcases a refreshing acidity that balances beautifully with its prominent fruit intensity, leading to a bright and lively mouthfeel. It offers vibrant notes of stone fruit, complemented by floral undertones that dance on the palate. A subtle sweetness adds to its appeal without overwhelming the senses, making it an inviting choice for a variety of occasions. Perfectly crafted to embody the essence of the region, this wine is a true testament to the dedication of local winemakers and the distinct flavors of South Dakota’s vineyards.

Tasting notes:

White Peach, Honey, Citrus Blossom

White Peach

Honey

Citrus Blossom

Region:

South Dakota

South Dakota, with its expansive prairies and rugged Badlands, presents a unique and challenging winegrowing environment in the American Midwest. The state's emerging American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) are characterized by a continental climate, with hot summers and cold winters that test the resilience of both vineyards and vintners. The region's dramatic temperature swings—warm days followed by cool nights—are crucial for developing complexity and maintaining acidity in the grapes. This diurnal temperature variation allows grapes to mature slowly and fully, much like the cooling effects of the Pacific on California's vineyards. In South Dakota, cooler-climate grape varieties are successful in areas with higher elevation and microclimates that mimic the temperate conditions, while the warmer, sheltered valleys are suited for cultivating bolder, more robust varieties.

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