Melody
White wine grape variety
Also known as Melody Hybrid
Melody is a white wine grape with signature aromas of peach, green apple, honeysuckle. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Low alcohol. Often confused with Seyval Blanc and Cayuga White.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Anchor on peach and apple fruit with floral honeysuckle notes.
- Check acidity as fresh and moderate-plus.
Confidence signals
- Melody profile
- Medium-plus acidity with medium aroma
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: New York · Finger Lakes · Mid-Atlantic vineyards
- Classic styles: Cornell white hybrid from Seyval Blanc (#11558) and Geneva White with balanced fruit and freshness · Light to medium white profile with orchard fruit and floral notes
Common questions
Is Melody a red or white grape variety?
Melody is a white wine grape variety.
What does Melody smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Melody include peach, green apple and honeysuckle. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Low alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Melody?
Documented tells for Melody: Anchor on peach and apple fruit with floral honeysuckle notes. and Check acidity as fresh and moderate-plus..
What is Melody most often confused with in blind tasting?
Melody is most commonly confused with Seyval Blanc, Cayuga White and Himrod. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Melody grown?
Classic regions for Melody include New York, Finger Lakes and Mid-Atlantic vineyards.