This unique Canadian product was harvested at the height of Canada’s crisp winter. Naturally frozen on the vine and then picked when the temperature drops to a frigid -10ºC. Only a small amount of concentrated nectar can be squeezed from each bunch. The juice is then slowly fermented at an average temperature of 15ºC to achieve a rich, specialty wine know as Icewine. Aromatics of tropical fruit including mango and orange dominate, on the palate fruit flavours including peach, nectarine and lemon are balanced by crisp, lively acidity.
Inniskillin Icewine, recognized as one of the world’s great wines, is truly winter’s gift to wine lovers. Harvested at the pinnacle of Canada’s crisp winter, the grapes are naturally frozen on the vine and picked when the temperature drops to -10 degrees C. Only a few drops of luscious nectar can be squeezed from each bunch, which is then expertly guided through fermentation to achieve this rich and alluring specialty wine. This Niagara River appellation wine opens with characteristics of strawberry, raspberry and rhubarb dominate the nose while the palate shows a robust concentration of red fruits as well, all of which complemented by a well-balanced acidity. Pairs well with salted dark chocolate, chocolate mousse with fresh berries, strawberry rhubarb pie and porcini dusted rib eye. Serve chilled.
Inniskillin Icewine, recognized as one of the world’s great wines, is truly winter’s gift to wine lovers. Harvested at the pinnacle of Canada’s crisp winter, the grapes are naturally frozen on the vine and picked when the temperature drops to -10 degrees C. Only a few drops of luscious nectar can be squeezed from each bunch, which is then expertly guided through fermentation to achieve this rich and alluring specialty wine. This Okanagan Valley appellation wine opens with a mix of honey, beeswax, and dried apricot on the nose with a tantalizing essence of honey and dried apricot on the palate as well. A well rounded mouthfeel with acidity that balances out this naturally sweet dessert wine. Pairs well with sushi, pad thai, chicken liver pate, seared scallops and poached pears with mascarpone. Serve chilled.
Inniskillin Icewine, recognized as one of the world’s great wines, is truly winter’s gift to wine lovers. Harvested at the pinnacle of Canada’s crisp winter, the grapes are naturally frozen on the vine and picked when the temperature drops to -10 degrees C. Only a few drops of luscious nectar can be squeezed from each bunch, which is then expertly guided through fermentation to achieve this rich and alluring specialty wine. This Niagara River appellation wine opens with aromatics of fresh orange, spice, lemon and lime. On the palate this rich and elegant wine shows great texture with concentrated flavors of peach, apricot along with a hint of clove, balanced by a crisp and lively acidity. Pairs well with brie with lavender honey, firm aged cheddar, seared scallops or classic baked apples. Serve chilled.
Ruby red colour; aromas of raspberry, cherry fruit, mineral and earthy with a touch of vanilla and spice; dry medium bodied; shows good varietal character.