The American Vine Rating
Drink Window
2024–2027
A characterful hybrid red with bold berry fruit, soft tannins, and rustic charm — a true expression of Pennsylvania cold-climate winemaking tradition.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Medium ruby with purple hues.
Aroma: Bold aromas of blackberry, blueberry, and a rustic earthiness characteristic of the Dechaunac grape.
Palate: Rich berry fruit — blackberry and dark plum — with soft tannins, a touch of sweetness, and lively acidity.
Finish: Medium-length finish with lingering berry fruit and a pleasant rustic charm..
Food Pairings
Barbecue pork, charcuterie, mild cheeses, pasta with tomato sauce
About the Wine
The 2021 Dechaunac is made from the Dechaunac hybrid grape, a cold-hardy variety well-suited to Pennsylvania's climate. Semi-sweet and approachable, it showcases the character that hybrid grapes can bring to American wine.
About Libations Winery
Formerly known as Volant Winery, established in 2004, Libations Winery in western Pennsylvania makes several award-winning wines. Voted 2024 and 2023 Best of the Best local wineries by the Allied News.
The American Vine's Take
The Dechaunac is a reminder that American wine's story isn't only told through vinifera grapes. This is an honest, food-friendly bottle that speaks directly to Pennsylvania's cold-climate winemaking heritage.
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