La Crescent; "intense nose of apricot, peach and citrus"

La Crescent combines St. Pepin and a Swenson selection from V. riparia x Muscat Hamburg. With this hardy heritage, trunks have survived an amazing -36º F. Moderately disease resistance; leaves sometimes exhibit downy mildew, which can be controlled with a standard spray program. Proper conditions and care result in a very productive harvest.

La Crescent’s intense nose of apricot, peach, and citrus, lends itself to a superior quality off-dry or sweet white wines. Produced in a Germanic style, La Crescent wine is reminiscent of Vignoles or Riesling. The grape’s high acidity provides for excellent dessert or late-harvest style wines.

La Crescent propagation has increased rapidly since its introduction in 2002.