Recognition cues

First checks

  • Anchor on strawberry-blueberry fruit with clear grapey tone.
  • Check structure as soft and low in tannin.

Confidence signals

  • Steuben profile
  • Coherent medium/medium-axis frame typical of Steuben.

Aromas

Signature

Common

Occasional

Commonly confused with

Classic anchors

  • Classic regions: Finger Lakes · Northeast US · Great Lakes vineyards
  • Classic styles: Cornell hybrid used for fresh fruit, juice, and sweet red wine expressions · Juicy berry-driven red profile with low tannin and moderate acidity

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Common questions

Is Steuben a red or white grape variety?

Steuben is a red wine grape variety.

What does Steuben smell and taste like?

Signature aromas of Steuben include grape note, strawberry and blueberry. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium acidity, Low tannin, Medium alcohol.

What blind-tasting cues distinguish Steuben?

Documented tells for Steuben: Anchor on strawberry-blueberry fruit with clear grapey tone. and Check structure as soft and low in tannin..

What is Steuben most often confused with in blind tasting?

Steuben is most commonly confused with Concord, Campbell Early and New York Muscat. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.

Where is Steuben grown?

Classic regions for Steuben include Finger Lakes, Northeast US and Great Lakes vineyards.