Whispering Oaks Vineyard and Winery

The grapes did very well this year.  The cool temperatures and rains slowed things down, but overall a good year.  Sold Catawba to some wineries north and east of us.  

We made some Traminette wine for the first time this year.  So far, it is very citrusy.  It should develop some nice tropical fruit flavors over time.  There was only enough for a carboy this year, hopefully more next year as the vines mature.

 There was enough Frontenac to ferment this year.  We had an unofficial "QA" tasting as a "beaujolais nouveau".  Lots of flavors for such a young wine.  There is a lot of potential for this wine.

 The grape stomp was a success despite the cool weather.  The hayrides were very educational.  Many visitors picked Catawba, St. Vincent, and Vidal grapes for a snack on the way back to the winery.  The St. Vincent vines are turning a vibrant shade of red this year.