Cloudland Vineyards and Winery Gets Lomanto Grape TTB Approved, Makes Georgia History

Georgia's Cloudland Vineyards and Winery has obtained TTB approval for the Lomanto grape, an obscure hybrid with the potential to produce fine wine in the state. This significant achievement, the result of extensive research and perseverance, is a testament to the company's dedication.

Cloudland Vineyards and Winery City: Buford Address: 3796 North Bogan Road Website: https://cloudlandwines.com/

Lomanto Grape wine Georgia Approved Sean TTB

Cloudland Vineyards and Winery City: Buford Address: 3796 North Bogan Road Website: https://cloudlandwines.com/

Lomanto Grape wine Georgia Approved Sean TTB

Georgia Winery Cloudland Vineyards Lomanto
Grape Varietal TTB Approved
Georgia's Cloudland Vineyards & Winery is proud to announce the approval of the Lomanto grape in
labeling wine. Gaining approval from the U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) is a
tremendous accomplishment highlighting Cloudland's dedication, passion in promoting this obscure
grape.
Lomanto, an obscure hybrid grape variety, has
the potential to make fine wine in the state.
"We could not be more thrilled about attaining TTB
approval for Lomanto," said owner Sean Wilborn, who
also sits on the Board of Georgia Wine Producers.
When Sean tasted Lomanto, it was
like a "Hillside, sunny, rare moment"
and he knew he had to get the
registration to establish Lomanto in
Georgia.
Lomanto's tolerance to the
dreaded Pierce's disease
provides additional protection.
Despite Lomanto's merits, Sean faced a major roadblock
because the variety was unknown to authorities.
Their persistence paid off when they
finally received the coveted letter from
the TTB in 2020, certifying the hybrid
as an approved grape variety.
Because Lomanto is now a recognized option for
vintners when registering wine labels with the
TTB, this achievement opens doors for the future
of this unique grape for fine wine production in
Georgia.
Sean intends to establish Lomanto as Georgia's flagship grape
through promotion, expanded plantings, vine propagation, and
industry encouragement.
According to Shane Breeden, Viticulture & Grape
Pathology Technician at the University of
Georgia, "Our observations at the research farm
have consistently demonstrated its performance
and importance as an alternative to European
wine grapes.
The meticulous care and attention to detail by Sean
have played a significant role in the successful
cultivation and promotion of Lomanto as a wine grape
at his vineyard." Wine lovers from around the state
can enjoy Cloudland's current release, the 2021
Lomanto, at the winery.
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