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Wisdom

South Dakota Red Blend

Schade Wisdom is a captivating red blend hailing from the unique winegrowing region of South Dakota. This delightful wine showcases a medium body, offering a harmonious balance that appeals to both novice and seasoned wine enthusiasts alike. With bright, lively acidity, it refreshes the palate, enhancing the experience with each sip. The fruit intensity is pronounced, revealing layers of rich dark fruit flavors that are further complemented by subtle earthy undertones. The tannins are notable yet smooth, providing structure without overpowering the wine's overall profile. Schade Wisdom is a bone-dry blend that pairs beautifully with a variety of foods, making it a delightful choice for any occasion.

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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