Mars
Red wine grape variety
Also known as Mars Seedless
Mars is a red wine grape with signature aromas of black grape, blackberry, concord note. Structure: Medium body, Medium acidity, Low tannin, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Concord and Canadice.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for black-grape and blackberry fruit with concord tone.
- Check structure as soft and low-tannin.
Confidence signals
- Mars profile
- Coherent medium/medium-axis frame typical of Mars.
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Arkansas · Mid-South · Eastern US vineyards
- Classic styles: University of Arkansas blue seedless cultivar with concord-like flavor and crack resistance · Juicy dark-fruited profile with low tannin and early ripening
Common questions
Is Mars a red or white grape variety?
Mars is a red wine grape variety.
What does Mars smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Mars include black grape, blackberry and concord note. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium acidity, Low tannin, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Mars?
Documented tells for Mars: Look for black-grape and blackberry fruit with concord tone. and Check structure as soft and low-tannin..
What is Mars most often confused with in blind tasting?
Mars is most commonly confused with Concord, Canadice and Vanessa. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Mars grown?
Classic regions for Mars include Arkansas, Mid-South and Eastern US vineyards.