Gamay Rose
VQA Niagara River
Vintage - 2008
$6.45
Vintage & Viticulture
A cooler and wetter season than normal was conducive to creating aromatically integrated wines. The vineyards performed as expected, efficiently removing all the excess water through the vineyards under drainage. This lot of 100 perfent Gamay was harvested from two blocks ranging in age from 15 to 25 year. The grapes were harvested Oct. 17, 2008, with Brix levels at 21.1 degrees.
Winemaker's Notes:
Grapes were harvested, crushed and allowed to soak on the skins for 3 days to extract just enough colour and flavor for Rose. Selected yeast was added and a cool slow fermentation was done in 7 days. The wine was settled and cleaned to maintain a crisp clean style.
Tasting Notes:
A dry rose with an inviting garnet colour. Bright aromas and flavours of fresh raspberry and strawberry.
Food Pairings:
Grilled chicken, seafood and pork.
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