Our flagship red, Marquette may be the most important and widely planted cold-climate grape variety. Here at Lincoln Peak, we have two blocks of Marquette, one in the loamy, loose soils of the Upper Vineyard and one in the rich, heavy soils of the Lower Vineyard. The vines show great disease resistance, healthy crop levels, and the ability to make dense, opulent wines with incredible fruit intensity. Our elevated site, with its consistent breezes typical of the Champlain Valley, allows us to hang fruit late into the growing season, soaking up every last bit of sun and creating a benchmark example of this special variety.

The 2021 vintage was a dry one with lots of sun and little rainfall for much of the growing season. Periodic showers returned in late summer, giving the vines a much needed drink, but the fruit remained pristine with great ripeness and flavor density. In the glass, look for aromas and flavors of dark cherry, plum compote, brown spice, and violets.

Check out more information about Marquette 2021 and our wines here.