Sunday, March 2, 2014

Ohio uses a 90% Ohio grown grape threshold

I came across an interesting comment that sheds some light on the 'Go Texan' wine label debate I've followed and participated in.  The comment was in the Feb 28, 2014 issue of the 'Ohio Grape-Wine Electronic Newsletter'.   It cites a presentation called “A Review and Update on The Ohio Quality Wine Program” by Todd Steiner, OSU State Enologist:

"The Ohio Quality Wine Program has been in the works since 2007 and wines that are submitted to it and receive a silver medal score or better qualify for the Quality Seal. Some stipulations are that the quality wine must be made from at least 90% Ohio Grown Grapes and you must have at least 50 cases on hand for sale. The amount of case requirements is lower for Ice Wines for participation in the Ohio Quality Wine Seal program. All wines are analyzed to ensure that quality and chemical requirements are in compliance. When you purchase a wine from a retailer/wholesaler with an OQW Seal on it you can rest assured that the wine inside is a high quality wine and a great representative of that particular variety."

It seems Ohio uses a 90% Ohio grown grape threshold, runs a wine tasting contest, and if you get silver or better, the award logo can be placed on the logo.


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