Recognition cues

First checks

  • Anchor on apple-pear-citrus profile with clear freshness.
  • Check structure as crisp with moderate body.

Confidence signals

  • Northern hybrid white profile
  • High acidity with medium body

Aromas

Signature

Common

Occasional

Commonly confused with

Classic anchors

  • Classic regions: Minnesota · Wisconsin · Quebec
  • Classic styles: Cold-climate white hybrid with bright acidity and Riesling (#10077)-like freshness · Flexible white for dry, off-dry, and dessert expressions in northern vineyards

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Common questions

Is St. Pepin a red or white grape variety?

St. Pepin is a white wine grape variety.

What does St. Pepin smell and taste like?

Signature aromas of St. Pepin include apple, pear and citrus. Structural profile: Medium body, High acidity, Medium alcohol.

What blind-tasting cues distinguish St. Pepin?

Documented tells for St. Pepin: Anchor on apple-pear-citrus profile with clear freshness. and Check structure as crisp with moderate body..

What is St. Pepin most often confused with in blind tasting?

St. Pepin is most commonly confused with Seyval Blanc, Adalmiina and La Crosse. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.

Where is St. Pepin grown?

Classic regions for St. Pepin include Minnesota, Wisconsin and Quebec.