Winesap by DLCadmin | Apr 16, 2015 | Apple Variety, Baking/Cooking Apples, Eating Apples, Other Apples at DLC Winesap Ripens: Mid-season Recommended Use: Eating/baking (pies) Taste: very tart Unique heirloom variety, the Winesap apple is thick-skinned with lovely bitter notes. This apple is perfect for baking or for cider making.