St. Vincent
Red wine grape variety
Also known as Saint Vincent Hybrid
St. Vincent is a red wine grape with signature aromas of cherry, red berry, citrus zest note. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium tannin, Low alcohol. Often confused with Catawba and Marquette.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for cherry and red-berry fruit with a brisk finish.
- Check tannin as moderate and not heavy.
Confidence signals
- Midwest St. Vincent profile
- Medium-plus acidity with medium tannin
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Missouri · Midwest · Eastern US hybrid vineyards
- Classic styles: Midwestern hybrid red used for dry reds, rose, and occasional sparkling styles · Fresh-fruited red with moderate tannin and bright acidity
Common questions
Is St. Vincent a red or white grape variety?
St. Vincent is a red wine grape variety.
What does St. Vincent smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of St. Vincent include cherry, red berry and citrus zest note. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium tannin, Low alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish St. Vincent?
Documented tells for St. Vincent: Look for cherry and red-berry fruit with a brisk finish. and Check tannin as moderate and not heavy..
What is St. Vincent most often confused with in blind tasting?
St. Vincent is most commonly confused with Catawba, Marquette and Chambourcin. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is St. Vincent grown?
Classic regions for St. Vincent include Missouri, Midwest and Eastern US hybrid vineyards.