Available locally only at PIWC, this dry, medium-bodied red is a true hidden gem and has been highly awarded at competitions over the years. Our 2021, 2017 and 2011 vintages were selected as one of Pennsylvania’s Top 10 Wines and our 2016 vintage was selected Pennsylvania’s Best Dry Red at the 2018 Pennsylvania Wine Competition. This relatively new German variety, not often found on American wine store shelves, grows wonderfully in our region and is a real must-try for all wine adventurers. Our Dornfelder was aged in both French and American oak barrels, boasting hints of rich berries and aromatic spices.
Ending in a pleasant dried-cherry and light tannin finish, this vintage can be enjoyed nicely on its own or paired with game and red meat cuts.
See the Philadelphia Inquirer Article on our Riesling and Dornfelder
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Recent Vintage Awards
The Top Ten – 2022 Pennsylvania Sommelier Judgment Day Wine Competition
Best Dry Red – 2018 Pennsylvania Wine Competition
Double Gold Medal – 2019 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Gold Medal (91 Points) - 2021 Eastern International Wine Competition
The Top Ten – 2020 Pennsylvania Wine Excellence Top 10 PA Wines
90 Rating – 2018 James Suckling American Wine Revolution Tasting
Gold Medal – 2018 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition
The Top Ten – 2014 Pennsylvania Wine Excellence Top 10 PA Wines
Silver Medal – 2019 Florida State Fair International Wine Competition
Silver Medal – 2018 Lone Star International Wine Competition
Silver Medal – 2018 Great American International Wine Competition
Taste & Character
Acidity: Low
Tannins: Medium
Oak: Medium
Recommended Bottle Longevity: Long (Greater than 5 years)
Body: Medium
