Diamond
White wine grape variety
Also known as Diamond Hybrid
Diamond is a white wine grape with signature aromas of green apple, lemon, grape note. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Niagara and Delaware.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Anchor on apple-lemon fruit with mild grapey note.
- Check acidity as fresh but not severe.
Confidence signals
- Diamond profile
- Medium-plus acidity with medium aroma
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Finger Lakes · New York · Northeast US
- Classic styles: Historic New York white hybrid with cleaner profile than many labrusca peers · Versatile cool-climate white used for still, sparkling, and sweeter styles
Common questions
Is Diamond a red or white grape variety?
Diamond is a white wine grape variety.
What does Diamond smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Diamond include green apple, lemon and grape note. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Diamond?
Documented tells for Diamond: Anchor on apple-lemon fruit with mild grapey note. and Check acidity as fresh but not severe..
What is Diamond most often confused with in blind tasting?
Diamond is most commonly confused with Niagara, Delaware and La Crosse. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Diamond grown?
Classic regions for Diamond include Finger Lakes, New York and Northeast US.