Our Wines
Unique Dry Wines & Sustainable Farming
The best wines come from the best vineyard practices. It takes 3 to 5 years to begin the winemaking process. We want to make wines that showcase the terroir of the geography, micro-climate, and rich soils along the banks of the tidal Squamscott River. Some wines need to be aged to bring out the best properties. Aging enhances the flavor compounds, tannins and acids to produce a well-balanced wine. Other wines, typically white, nicely display the aromatic, floral and fruit forward characteristics of the varietals we chose.
Our French-hybrid vines were chosen for their unique properties. We are able to grow cool climate varietals that are more resistant to mold and mildew and can survive our winters.
We are building the "foundation" for a unique experience at Blue Heron Wines. The first phase involved buying and planting the best quality grape vines. Then ensuring that the vines are trained to produce ideal conditions for abundant sun and air. Vines are never put into production until the vines are at least three to five years old - ensuring that the vines have a strong root system and a trunk that has grown up to the fruiting wire - allowing them to extract all the nutrients needed for a quality product. The trellis system is where you train the vines to grow in a manner that enhances quality. As a small boutique winery, we are able to concentrate on quality, and not feel pressured to drive up quantity at the "expense" of quality.
Our Selection
RED
WHITE
SPECIALTY
Seacoast Red
Seacoast Red is a medium bodied, dry red wine, made from our estate grown Chancellor grapes. With delicate tannins, and light French oak, the wine emphasizes the natural aromas of ripe cherries and plums. This wine express the unique character of the tidal river bank terroir by using winemaking techniques that minimize intervention. This wine pairs well with tomato-based pasta, lean grilled beef or sausage, grilled vegetarian kebobs, medium cow and sheep cheeses, and light desserts like chocolate biscotti or a fruit crostata.
Noiret
Noiret is a medium bodied dry red wine, made from our estate grown Noiret grapes. With bold, silky tannins, and French oak emphasizing aromas of faint black pepper, red and black berries, fig, and clove in the fruit-forward expression of this wine. This wine expresses the unique character of the tidal, river bank terroir by using winemaking techniques that minimize intervention. This wine pairs well with stuffed and baked ragu style pasta, hot antipasto, bold cheeses, meats on the grill, rich beef or lamb dishes, and rich chocolate desserts.
Chambourcin
Chambourcin is a dry red, medium body wine with black cherry and plum flavors, and a range of herbal characters. Lightly oaked that offers stewed fruit, spice, tobacco, and chocolate flavors.
Seacoast Seven Rivers
Seacoast Seven Rivers is a blend of our best selling Noiret and the Chambourcin wine we made from our estate grapes in the fall of 2017. This soulful wine is a full-bodied, dry, red wine that reveals silky tannins, and the medium-toasted, French oak used in aging. The wine expresses the character of the unique terroir by using minimal intervention in the vineyard and wine making. This is perfect for special holiday dinners, or a quiet evening in front of a fire while roasting chestnuts. It pairs well with roasted meats, fowl, and vegetables, aged firm ripe cheeses, and your favorite chocolate desserts.
Seacoast White
Seacoast White is a bright, crisp, refreshing dry white wine, made from our estate grown Cayuga grapes. With aromas of green apples, white peaches, spiced pears, and citrus. This wine expresses the unique character of the tidal, river bank terroir by using winemaking techniques that minimize intervention. Perfect for picnics, patio and summer dinner parties, this chilled wine pairs well with cold antipasto, soft creamy cheeses, chicken, fish and fruit filled desserts.
Traminette
Traminette is an aromatic, floral dry white wine made from our estate grown Traminette grapes. It exhibits the flavor notes of its acclaimed parent Gewürztraminer with spicy, fragrant aromas, notes of honey, apricot, and rose petals. This wine expresses the unique character of the tidal, river bank terroir by using winemaking techniques that minimize intervention. Pair this with all types of mild soft cheeses, Asian cuisine, grilled salmon or chicken, or a roasted pork loin with mint.
Aromella
Aromella is a dry white aromatic wine made from our estate Aromella grapes. It is characterized by notes of honeysuckle, citrus peel, and a floral Muscato character. This wine expresses the unique character of the tidal, river bank terroir by using winemaking techniques that minimize intervention. Aromella pairs well with soft, mild cheeses, sautéed or grilled chicken, mild fish and shell fish, and your favorite fruit-based desserts.
Seacoast Rosé
Seacoast Rosé is a fruit-forward, dry, rosé style wine made from our estate grown St. Vincent grapes. With aromas of fresh strawberries, sliced watermelon, and floral undertones this wine express the unique character of the tidal, river bank terroir by using winemaking techniques that minimize intervention. This versatile wine, served chilled, pairs well with appetizers, creamed based pasta, spicy dishes, burgers and other grilled meats or chicken, and cheese and fruit plates.
Seacoast Cranberry
Seacoast Cranberry is a wine we produced for special holiday dinners. This wine is a blend of our Vidal Blanc wine and a Cranberry wine we produced this fall. Seacoast Cranberry expresses the character of the unique terroir, using minimal intervention in the vineyard and winemaking. The tart cranberry notes are balanced with a pomegranate finish. Perfect for special holiday dinners, or served well chilled with lunch or appetizers - it pairs well with fowl, pork, seafood, vegetarian dishes, and your favorite fruit pies for dessert.
