This flavoured bourbon shows ripe black cherry aromas with a hint of vanilla, subtle spice and just a whiff of sweet corn. Viscous and moderately sweet, it nonetheless carries enough whiskey bite to stop it from being cloying. Flavours of cherry, vanilla and spice predominate.
The “top of the hill” proprietary name captures its vineyards’ locale. Unleashes seductive aromas of violets, black cherry and smoky pepper, followed by sweet, concentrated red fruit flavours. The combination of robust flavours, supple texture, plush tannins and full-bodied frame offers a Rubenesque wine, if you will. Super-long, spicy finish. Ready now for barbecued meats.
Aromas of intense black fruit with some nice meaty, gamy notes on the back palate. Well-balanced mouthfeel with good viscosity, very definitely more of a nod to old world. Less extracted than before. Good varietal character, pepper notes and a powerful, lingering close. Platinum at BC Wine Awards.
The fresh white grapefruit– and jasmine-scented nose perks you right up. An herbaceous liveliness combines with citrus flavours and lingering white pepper. These ocean-influenced organically grown grapes make a very expressive, well-balanced quaff. Delicious with lemon-stuffed roast chicken.
Made exclusively from estate-grown Chardonnay picked late and matured for 60 months prior to disgorging. Shows good depth of colour, with fine persistent bead and both finesse and complexity on the nose. Opens with harmoniously developed, rich lemon citrus, floral and spicy notes together with toasty brioche. A little leaner on the palate than the nose suggests, showing bright citrus, green apple, classic Nova Scotia bright acidity and chalky mineral. Finishes with a touch of creaminess and lingering floral, citrus and green fruit notes. I have tasted this one several times since its initial release and it continues to develop further complexity.
This fruit-driven red from Paso Robles is dense purple in colour with a smoky blackcurrant and vanilla oak nose. The fruit is sweet and succulent, full on the palate with a rich blackcurrant flavour and soft tannins. Its muscular nature calls for a hearty meat dish.
Features classic Viognier aromas of banana, apricot, fresh flowers, honey, cream and anise. Medium body, crisp acidity and great length. Drink now.