The Schonburger is a grape variety that was developed at Geisenheim Institute for Grape Breeding in Germany. Released in 1979, it is a crossing of Pinot Noir x (Chasselas x Muscat Hamburg). It is a grape with a very high sugar content that seems to like a cool, maritime-influenced climate. It is said to be [...]
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Schonburger, Schoenburger, Schönburger
Posted in Grapes & Vines, tagged English wine, John Atkins, John's Wine Cellar, Schoenburger, Schonburger on December 7, 2008 | Leave a Comment »