Champanel Grape Jelly (8oz)

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This one is personal. Mountain Creek Ranch’s Champanel grape jelly comes from a 19-year family vineyard. A slow, steady labor of love that began with just a few plants and expanded year by year through patience and persistence. You can taste the time in it. The vineyard story Their Champanel grape vineyard isn’t a quick project. It’s nearly two decades of cultivation, learning, pruning, and refining how this variety shows up in a jar. Champanel grapes carry a flavor profile similar to the Concord many of us grew up with: nostalgic, bold, distinctly “grape.” But this version is naturally less sweet, more nuanced, and layered with subtle depth. It’s familiar.But grown up. What makes it different These grapes are grown on their land in Valley View using a minimally invasive approach: no insecticides, no synthetic fertilizers, and full acceptance of nature’s rhythm. They don’t force uniform harvests.They don’t engineer sweetness.They let the vineyard speak. And because the fruit starts on property (not in a truck!) the jelly tastes rooted and specific. This isn’t grape-flavored.It’s grape. How we love to use it Thickly slabbed onto a peanut butter and toasted jelly sandwich Swirled into yogurt Layered into grilled cheese for sweet contrast Paired with sharp cheddar or goat cheese Spooned over warm biscuits It turns something simple into something memorable. Storage & freshness tips Unopened: store in a cool, dark pantry.After opening: refrigerate.Best enjoyed within 3-4 weeks after opening for peak texture and flavor. Natural separation can occur (stir gently if needed). A gentle note on values Mountain Creek Ranch approaches every project with sustainability and accessibility in mind. Their vineyard reflects long-term thinking: protecting soil, conserving water, and building something that lasts. This jar represents nearly two decades of tending the same land. Show more