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Recognition cues

First checks

  • Anchor on red-berry fruit with a mild spicy edge.
  • Check structure as gentle and low in tannin.

Confidence signals

  • Suffolk Red profile
  • Coherent medium/medium-axis frame typical of Suffolk Red.

Aromas

Signature

Common

Occasional

Commonly confused with

Classic anchors

  • Classic regions: Long Island · New York · Eastern US vineyards
  • Classic styles: Cornell red seedless cultivar from Fredonia (#4233) and Black Kishmish with soft spicy fruit · Early-to-mid season red table profile with low tannin and ripe berry character

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Common questions

Is Suffolk Red a red or white grape variety?

Suffolk Red is a red wine grape variety.

What does Suffolk Red smell and taste like?

Signature aromas of Suffolk Red include red berry, grape note and spice note. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium acidity, Low tannin, Medium alcohol.

What blind-tasting cues distinguish Suffolk Red?

Documented tells for Suffolk Red: Anchor on red-berry fruit with a mild spicy edge. and Check structure as gentle and low in tannin..

What is Suffolk Red most often confused with in blind tasting?

Suffolk Red is most commonly confused with Canadice, Vanessa and Saturn. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.

Where is Suffolk Red grown?

Classic regions for Suffolk Red include Long Island, New York and Eastern US vineyards.