La Crosse
White wine grape variety
Also known as Lacrosse Hybrid
La Crosse is a white wine grape with signature aromas of apple, pear, citrus. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Seyval Blanc and St. Pepin.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Anchor on pear-apple fruit with clean citrus freshness.
- Check profile as light-to-medium and brisk.
Confidence signals
- Swenson La Crosse profile
- Medium-plus acidity with medium aroma
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Upper Midwest · Nebraska · Quebec
- Classic styles: Elmer Swenson hybrid white with Riesling (#10077)-like freshness for cool climates · Cold-hardy white often used as varietal or blending base
Common questions
Is La Crosse a red or white grape variety?
La Crosse is a white wine grape variety.
What does La Crosse smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of La Crosse include apple, pear and citrus. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish La Crosse?
Documented tells for La Crosse: Anchor on pear-apple fruit with clean citrus freshness. and Check profile as light-to-medium and brisk..
What is La Crosse most often confused with in blind tasting?
La Crosse is most commonly confused with Seyval Blanc, St. Pepin and Cayuga White. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is La Crosse grown?
Classic regions for La Crosse include Upper Midwest, Nebraska and Quebec.