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Chancellor U-Pick Grapes

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Description

About Chancellor Grapes Chancellor grapes, also known as Seibel 7053 Chancellor, are a cross of Seibel 5163 and Seibel 880 and were developed in France. Despite their origins, these grapes are now grown almost exclusively in the United States and Canada, as they are highly productive in cold weather and do not perform well in humid and hot areas with low ventilation. The grapes themselves are often black in color with a firm skin. The flesh is not overly juicy, which is why they are not typically consumed outright. Unfortunately, Chancellor grape clusters are susceptible to downy mildew and the foliage is susceptible to powdery mildew, with the vines requiring cluster thinning during growth. Most plantings of Chancellor are in New York and Michigan, although there are home winemakers in less viticulturally inclined states, like Illinois and Nebraska, also growing and using the variety. Flavor Wines crafted from Chancellor grapes typically have full-bodied European character with notes of plum and apple. On the nose, wines made from these grapes give off fairly intense aromas of dried blueberries, raisins, cedar, plum, and dried figs. At their best, Chancellor wines create a spicy, slightly tangy red that is meant for early consumption with hearty dishes such as pepper steak or stews. The grapes and the wines they produce are often of medium acidity. Uses Currently, Chancellor grapes are one of the best French-American hybrids on the market. Typically not eaten or used alone, Chancellor grapes are blended with other hybrids or used as a varietal. They are most often a part of fruit-driven red wines that can be enhanced by barrel aging and, on occasion, blended with Vitis vinifera varieties like Merlot. Given their distinct coloring, they often give the wine they produce an inky, opaque purple color with a touch of crimson.

Details

Juice is available by the gallon. Bring your own container, or purchase here. 2 gallon minimum fill .

We take pride in being your trusted source for Finger Lakes wine juice. We understand the vital role that premium wine juice plays in the wine making process, and we are dedicated to ensuring that winemakers have access to the finest grape juice for their craft. As an experienced plant, we offer a diverse range of grape juice varieties, carefully sourced and pressed to perfection, allowing you to craft exceptional wines.

Our high quality grape juice is cold-pressed, filtered and chilled to give you the best possible starting point.

Estate Grown Grapes

U-Pick grapes subject to availability dates and supply.

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Chancellor U-Pick Grapes

$0.60

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What do I do with my Juice?

How do I care for my juice?

100 % Grape Juice

This is a natural product and will ferment on its own without intervention.

Juice can be made into wine, or go through a 5-log pathogen reduction (pasteurization) to keep as juice. The best way to do this is by canning at 165F or above for a minimum of 5 minutes.

Do you have all the necessary supplies?

At Fulkerson Winery, we understand that crafting your own wine at home can be a rewarding experience. That's why we offer an extensive range of high-quality home wine making supplies, carefully selected to cater to the needs of our winemaking consumers. You'll find all of the wine making supplies you need right here. Our supplies are crafted to ensure that every batch you produce is a masterpiece. Explore our selection and take your winemaking journey to the next level with Fulkerson's trusted brewing & home winemaking supplies.

Procedure for making wine

The steps to follow for winemaking can be found HERE

Additives and Adjustments

Our juices have minimal sulfur (SO2).

Do not add more sulfur prior to fermentation. This will prevent your yeast from fermenting properly.

Adjustment recommendations can be found in the description of the individual juices, or on the general wine making pages.

Shipping, Freshness & Returns

Shipping

Due to the nature of fresh grape juice, we cannot ship it. Juice is available for pickup at our facility during the season, Thursday-Sunday only during regular hours.

Product Freshness

With minimal additives, and only filtered, juices may be fermenting when we fill your order. This is usually not the case when juices are picked up the first week of availability, but chances of fermentation increase as juice is picked up further from its first available date.

Get in touch

If you have any questions about your purchase, please contact us. Our customer service is available Monday through Friday from 9am until 5pm est. Unfortunately, all juice and grape orders are not eligible for return, refund or replacement.

Sourcing & Materials
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Sustainable sourcing

We are committed to quality products that are manufactured ethically and sustainably. All of our juices are sourced locally. We strive to ensure our products contribute to the well-being of people and planet, and our efforts put us on track towards a brighter future.

Living Wages

We believe in the idea of supporting our local community by being accountable and provide our staff with a fair, living wage. We want to be a source of change for a more equitable world.

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Transparent values

We believe in equality and equity, and those beliefs permeate the work that we do and the wine we make. Everything we do stands for our values. We try to listen first, own our decisions, and take pride in our work. Together, we can make a difference.

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Fulkerson Wine Juice

100% Grape Juice with minimal additives for a raw material that will start any wine making project off on the right foot.

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