.com .com When encountering a wine list, you'll often see a list of grapes: Chardonnay, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc. But sometimes you'll also see names - wines christened by the winemakers with catchy monikers. Often (but not always) those wines are blends, made by mixing two or more distinct grape varietals. Blends are a way for winemakers to show their style and spread their creative wings. They can also be a way to turn a lackluster harvest into something special. And they can be an avenue for exposing customers to unfamiliar grapes. On the following page are three main strategies and motivations behind producing blends that several Pennsylvania winemakers shared. PAWINELAND | 33 PAWINELAND | 33http://pawineland.com