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Rayden's Red

South Dakota Red Blend

Wilde Prairie Winery Rayden's Red is an enchanting red blend hailing from the stunning vineyards of South Dakota. This wine showcases a medium body that is both approachable and delightful, making it suitable for various occasions. With a bright acidity that invigorates the palate, it provides a refreshing experience that complements the wine's fruit-forward character. Expect prominent notes of ripe red fruits, which dance gracefully with subtle earthy undertones, creating a symphony of flavors. The tannins are finely structured, adding just the right amount of grip without overwhelming the experience. This off-dry red blend invites you to take your time and savor each sip, making it a wonderful addition to any gathering or a cozy evening at home.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry, Blackberry, Baking Spice

Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Region:


South Dakota
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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