Ontario
White wine grape variety
Also known as NY 95
Ontario is a white wine grape with signature aromas of green apple, grape note, citrus. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Low alcohol. Often confused with Interlaken and Lakemont.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Anchor on green-apple citrus fruit with grapey core.
- Check palate as fresh but not severe.
Confidence signals
- Ontario profile
- Medium-plus acidity with medium aroma
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: New York · Great Lakes · Northeast US
- Classic styles: Historic Cornell white cultivar from Winchell and Diamond (#3545) used for table and wine purposes · Fresh-fruited white profile with medium acidity and broad utility
Common questions
Is Ontario a red or white grape variety?
Ontario is a white wine grape variety.
What does Ontario smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Ontario include green apple, grape note and citrus. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Low alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Ontario?
Documented tells for Ontario: Anchor on green-apple citrus fruit with grapey core. and Check palate as fresh but not severe..
What is Ontario most often confused with in blind tasting?
Ontario is most commonly confused with Interlaken, Lakemont and Himrod. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Ontario grown?
Classic regions for Ontario include New York, Great Lakes and Northeast US.