Recognition cues

First checks

  • Look for honeyed pear notes with fresh green-grape fruit.
  • Check palate as low-tannin and supple.

Confidence signals

  • Himrod profile
  • Medium acidity with low tannin

Aromas

Signature

Common

Occasional

Commonly confused with

Classic anchors

  • Classic regions: New York · Finger Lakes · Northeast US
  • Classic styles: Cornell seedless white table grape also used for juice and light aromatic wines · Soft-framed honeyed white profile with moderate acidity

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Common questions

Is Himrod a red or white grape variety?

Himrod is a white wine grape variety.

What does Himrod smell and taste like?

Signature aromas of Himrod include honey note, green grape and pear. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol.

What blind-tasting cues distinguish Himrod?

Documented tells for Himrod: Look for honeyed pear notes with fresh green-grape fruit. and Check palate as low-tannin and supple..

What is Himrod most often confused with in blind tasting?

Himrod is most commonly confused with Interlaken, Lakemont and Ontario. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.

Where is Himrod grown?

Classic regions for Himrod include New York, Finger Lakes and Northeast US.