Everything About Concord Grape
"KON-kord" 
Concord Description
Origin: Concord, Massachusetts, USA
History: The Concord grape was developed in 1849 by Ephraim Wales Bull in Concord, Massachusetts. Bull planted seeds from wild Vitis labrusca and evaluated over 22,000 seedlings before finding what he considered the ideal Concord grape. This variety became popular for its hardiness and versatility, leading to widespread cultivation in the United States for use in grape juice, jelly, and wine production.
Appearance: Medium-sized, round berries with dark blue or purple skins, often covered with a glaucous epicuticular wax 'bloom' that can be rubbed off.
Growing Traits: Concord is a vigorous vine adapted to the climate of the northeastern United States. It is a slip-skin variety, meaning the skin is easily separated from the fruit. The grape is particularly prone to the physiological disorder black spot.
Food Pairing Concord wines, with their sweet and fruity profile, pair well with rich desserts like chocolate cake or cheesecake. They also complement spicy dishes, as the sweetness balances the heat. Additionally, Concord wines can be enjoyed alongside aged cheeses, where the fruitiness contrasts the savory flavors.
Body
Sweetness
Tannin
Acidity
Alcohol
Medium-bodied with a robust and fruity profile, offering a distinctive 'foxy' character typical of Vitis labrusca varieties. Often produced in a sweet style, though dry versions exist; sweetness levels can vary depending on vinification methods. Low tannin levels, characteristic of many red wines made from Concord grapes, contributing to a smooth and approachable profile. Medium to high acidity, providing freshness and balancing the grape's natural sweetness. Moderate alcohol content, typically ranging between 10% and 12%, ensuring balance and drinkability.
Grape Jam 
Candied Strawberry 
Musk 
Spices 
Earthy Concord wines are known for their pronounced grape jam and candied strawberry flavors, accompanied by a distinctive 'foxy' musk—a term used to describe the unique, earthy and sweet muskiness characteristic of Vitis labrusca varieties. Subtle sweet spice and earthy undertones add complexity, all balanced by medium to high acidity, leading to a refreshing finish.
Regions
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United States
•New York
•Pennsylvania
•Michigan
•Ohio
•Washington
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Canada
•Ontario
•British Columbia
Notable Wines and Producers
Manischewitz Concord Grape
•Manischewitz Winery
Welch's Non-Alcoholic Concord Grape Juice
•Welch's
O-Neh-Da Authentic Sacramental Concord Wine
•O-Neh-Da Vineyard
Concord FAQ
Concord, Massachusetts, USA
Concord has a body level of 3 out of 5. Which means that Concord is Moderate bodied.
Concord has a dryness level of 3 out of 5. Which means that Concord is Semi-Sweet.
Concord, Massachusetts, USA
Concord is grown in United States (New York, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Ohio, Washington)Canada (Ontario, British Columbia).
Concord wines are known for their pronounced grape jam and candied strawberry flavors, accompanied by a distinctive 'foxy' musk—a term used to describe the unique, earthy and sweet muskiness characteristic of Vitis labrusca varieties. Subtle sweet spice and earthy undertones add complexity, all balanced by medium to high acidity, leading to a refreshing finish.
Concord wines, with their sweet and fruity profile, pair well with rich desserts like chocolate cake or cheesecake. They also complement spicy dishes, as the sweetness balances the heat. Additionally, Concord wines can be enjoyed alongside aged cheeses, where the fruitiness contrasts the savory flavors.
Concord wines are known for their pronounced grape jam and candied strawberry flavors, accompanied by a distinctive 'foxy' musk—a term used to describe the unique, earthy and sweet muskiness characteristic of Vitis labrusca varieties. Subtle sweet spice and earthy undertones add complexity, all balanced by medium to high acidity, leading to a refreshing finish.