CCV’s Award Winning Hellbender is 100% Norton, a native grape with strong American history. Enjoy now or age for three to five years. Named after the elusive Hellbender salamander native to the cold waters of the North Georgia mountains.
Tasting Notes: brambleberry, baking spice, cedar
Food Pairings: This spicy native red goes well with game meats – wild duck or pheasant, as well as smokey chilies and hearty stews.
Raven is vinted from 100% Cabernet Franc, a European variety that is establishing itself well here in Georgia. This versatile light-bodied red is one of our newest offerings.
Tasting Notes: smoke, red bell pepper, red plum
Food Pairings: Earthy and herbacious Raven goes well with burgers, mushrooms, and tomato based pastas.
Mountain Harvest Red is Crane Creek’s signature Chambourcin dominant red blend. A part of our “Mountain Harvest” line, these wines are fresh, fruity, and approachable.
Tasting Notes: plum jam, cherry, nutmeg
Food Pairings: This jammy red pairs well with a variety of both sweet and savory dishes. Try roasted pork, sausage, and chocolate cake.
Noiret is a hybrid grape variety developed at Cornell University. This dry light bodied & fruit forward red is an excellent casual sipper.
Tasting Notes: black raspberry, cracked pepper, mint
Food Pairings: Goes great with barbeque, pizza, beef tacos, and other casual eats
