Winemaker's Notes

Made from Gamay grapes grown in our certified organic estate vineyard. The dry and hot 2007 vintage was exceptional, producing small, concentrated berries. Cluster thinning to balance the crop of the vine reduced the yield further to an extraordinary 20 hL/ha.

On September 24 and 25, grapes were hand harvested between 24 and 25 brix. Fully destemmed, after a four-day cold soak, the fruit was fermented in four tonne lots. After 20 days on the skins, the wine was gently pressed and sent to neutral barrels for malolactic fermentation and eight months of ageing. Bottled in July of 2008 under Stelvin closure. Drink now until 2013.

Food Pairings

This easygoing, enjoyable grape goes very well with food. Serve with antipasto-type starters like cured meats, and semi-hard cheeses. Carries through to all your favourite barbequed meats including burgers (beef or veggie), lamb, ribs and chops. If you want to drink red regardless, the supple tannins make this the red wine to choose for turkey, chicken or fish. A great summer-weight red.

Wine Reviews

Gold Medal Winner Ontario Wine Awards more

Gordon Stimmell Toronto Star
Lovely vanilla bean, sumptuous black cherry and an elevated hint of black currants in the arromas. The flavours are expansive and wonderfully extracted with cola, cassis and black cherry depth. Rating: 91