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VIDAL BLANC
(vee-DAHL BLANK)
Grown: Across
Pennsylvania
Vidal Blanc is like the perfect little
black dress - it can be dressed up,
dressed down, and transformed to
fit any occasion. This versatile grape
can be made into steely, bone-dry
wines, rich barrel-aged whites, or
world-beating ice wines bursting
with intense, complex flavors.
Often shortened to Vidal, this white
hybrid is the result of crossing the Vitis
vinifera grape Ugni blanc (also known
as Trebbiano Toscano) and another
hybrid varietal, Rayon d'Or. It was
developed in the 1930s by Frenchman
Jean Louis Vidal, who was hoping to
use the grape in cognac production.
But his creation ended up with some
unexpected super powers: Its tough
skin and ability to thrive in cold
climates led to tremendous popularity
in both Canadian wine regions and the
American Northeast.
The grape can be used to produce
both dry and sweet wines, so there's
probably a Vidal Blanc out there for
any white wine drinker. Due to the
grape's versatility - it can be aged
in wood, left on the vine for a late
harvest, or blended with other whites
- it is hard to pin down the signature
tasting notes. Be on the look out for
bright, pure fruit flavors, and aromas
of grapefruit, pineapple, and pear.
When aged in wood, notes of orange
rind, vanilla, and almond join the party.
The varietal has high acid levels, so
sometimes winemakers leave a fair
amount of residual sugar to balance
the flavors.
One of the Vidal Blanc's most popular
uses is in ice wine. These sweet
dessert wines are very special - and
often more expensive - because
grapes remain on the vine until
late November or sometimes early
January. This causes the juices to ripen
and concentrate, leading to lower
yields and fantastic flavors, including
candied currant, honey, hazelnuts,
citrus, lychee, and honeysuckle.
Looking to pair your favorite Vidal
vintage? The grape's fruitiness is a
perfect counterpoint to the briny
pop of scallops, crab, or tuna, or as
a complement to a refreshing fruit
platter. Off-dry Vidals cut the heat
of spicy dishes - think Thai curry,
Mexican mole, or jambalaya. Pair your
ice wine with salty cheese or your
favorite dessert.
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