COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Riesling, Noiret
PRODUCER
Wild Arc Farm
REGION
New York
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Wild Arc Farm's Blackbird is an innovative red wine from New York, embodying the producer's experimental approach to winemaking. This unique offering is crafted to be a low-alcohol, bracingly fresh 'chillable red'. The wine is a creative co-ferment of the red hybrid grape Noiret with the white grape Riesling, a technique specifically employed to temper the inherent peppery notes of the Noiret. While the blend proportions have varied across vintages, such as 50% Riesling and 50% Noiret in 2020, and 70% Riesling with 30% Noiret in 2023, the core philosophy remains consistent. The fruit for the 2023 vintage was sourced from the Hudson River Region, showcasing the distinct terroir of New York.
ALCOHOL
10.5%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
This 'red' wine is predominantly made from white Riesling grapes, often up to 70% of the blend!
Fact 02
It's a co-ferment, meaning red Noiret and white Riesling grapes are fermented together.
Fact 03
The producer intentionally blends white grapes to soften the peppery character of Noiret.
Fact 04
Designed as a 'chillable red,' it's meant to be served cool for maximum freshness.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking at Wild Arc Farm for Blackbird emphasizes minimal intervention and organic practices. Grapes are organically farmed and hand-harvested, ensuring quality and respect for the vineyard. A defining characteristic of Blackbird's production is the co-fermentation of red and white grapes, which for the 2023 vintage involved a four-week maceration on skins. Fermentation is carried out using wild, indigenous yeasts, contributing to the wine's natural expression. The wine undergoes no filtering or fining, preserving its natural character and texture, with only a small dose of sulfites added at the crush stage.
