A few miles west of Centralia, Illinois, not far off of Highway 161, is a barn-like structure that houses the Crooked Creek tasting room. Of the several wines offered, worthy of note is the winery-produced Chambourcin for less than $20.
The Chambourcin grape is a French-American Hybrid with a largely unknown history. It tolerates cooler climates and so is fairly well suited for the Midwest.
The Crooked Creek Chambourcin is a medium-bodied dry red wine that begins with mild dark cherry flavors, but with an occasional tartness that catches in the back of the roof of the mouth.Overall, this chambourcin is for the most part smooth but gives way to a dry finish. It pairs well with dark chocolate.
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