Here is a smooth-drinking Pinot Noir with a flattering bouquet of black cherries, dark fruits, flowers, mushrooms and smoke. The finish is built on graceful tannins and fresh acidity. Pair it with prosciutto-wrapped pork tenderloin in a mushroom/thyme sauce.
Classic aromas of violets, blackberries, smoked meat and cracked black pepper intrigue the nose. Juicy ripe blueberries, cherry cola, mocha and hints of bacon fat dominate the richly textured palate. The vibrant finish features warm spiciness, sprinkled with cocoa and white pepper. Match with smoked meats.
Niagara Gamay such as this one, with both depth and structure, can legitimately give Beaujolais a run for its money. Boasts plenty of black cherry and spicy clove on the nose, luscious dark fruit flavours, solid structure and bittersweet spiciness on the finish. Age worthy.
This Bordeaux blend comes on like claret. Put this in a decanter and you’ll fool your wine-loving friends. The wine has a bouquet of cedar, redcurrants and blackcurrants. It’s medium bodied and dry with a floral note and lively acidity.
This medium cherry coloured Pinot is aromatically pleasing, with smoke, tobacco, truffle, porcini mushroom, spice, rose, cherry and plum. The velvety texture, supple tannins, fresh acid and excellent length make it an appealing experience.
This “passetoutgrain” showcases the Burgundian duo of Pinot Noir (63%) and Gamay (37%). Wild raspberry aromas lead, enlivened by an herbal verve. Bright red cherries burst on the tangy palate. The rustic finish lingers with sassafras, anise and tamarind on a mineral backbone. Pair with duck.
This iconic Okanagan blend of Cab Sauv (46%), Merlot (38%,) and Cab Franc (16%) impresses because it is attention-grabbing yet nuanced. Complex, fragrant whiffs of cedar, dried herbs and crushed berries. Classic flavours of sage, red plum and black cherries on an elegantly structured palate. Lingers long with coffee, tobacco, cocoa and cigar box. Cellar-worthy for the next 5 to 8 years.