Huff Estates Winery

Note from Owner/President, Lanny Huff

"I grew up in Prince Edward County and I can assure you, once you have it in your blood, you are bound to return. It is a very special place with a long tradition of growing and an exciting new future in fine wine production. That is why I decided to return to 'The County' when my passion for wine could no longer be put aside. Breezy coastal summers, cool colorful falls and ideal soil conditions were the perfect formula for me. Huff Estates was born in an ideal location on the quiet south shore of the peninsula on Lake Ontario.

Our 150 acre plot of land is guarded in the south by ancient oak trees. It seemed to me to be the perfect marriage for great wine. Oak and wine are entwined in a relationship that dates back to early wine making. It is only fitting that the towering oaks of Huff Estate stand guard over the vineyard in the valley below. Huff Estates is dedicated to the production of only the finest wines that this age old relationship of oak and grape can create.”

Huff Estates 2009 Vidalescco

Production :  400 cases
Varietal :  Vidal
Vineyard : Estate Vineyard, Prince Edward County
Vintage :2009
RS: 12g/L
Alcohol : 11.5%
Price : $19.95

Bellissimo!   Highlighted by  orange blossom and mandarin, accompanied by lime and pear aromas this nose is  very fruit driven and delightful. On the palate there are flavours of lime  peel suffused with subtle undertones of sweet pear and white peach. The  bubbles are delicate and provide a pleasant lift to the wine as it carries through to the finish.

Huff Estates 2006 Cuveé Peter F. Huff

 Production :  290 cases
Varietal : Chardonnay
Vineyard : Hillier
Vintage : 2006
Alcohol : 12%
Sugar: Brut
Production: Methode Champenoise, 3 years on lees
Price : $39.95

 
Story: Named Cuveé Peter F. Huff 2006 in honour of Lanny and Catherine Huff’s late son this sparkling is a proud addition to the Huff Estates roster of fine wines. The all-county Blanc de Blancs is fashioned in the méthode traditionnelle manner. Huff’s is the only winery in Prince Edward County to release a first and second vintage of methode champenoise sparkling wine.

Tasting Notes: Our crisp-edged 2006 cuvee displays a distinctive County minerality with underlying aromas of mandarine, orange peel, citrus, ginger and a hint of nuttiness. Blessed with a delicate mousse, it is augmented with flavours of dried apricot, toasted bread and freshly baked lemon pie, yet balanced with a subtle perception of sweetness.  Brut--ifal stuff.

Huff Estates 2008 Southbay Vineyards Chardonnay

Production : 540 cases
Varietal : Chardonnay
Vineyard : South Bay (Estate PEC)
Vintage :2008
RS : <2 grams per litre
Aging : 12 months in new and used French oak
Alcohol : 12.5%
Price : $29.95

 

Cool and Captivating. Our 08 version embraces you with citrus aromas, spicy pear amid floral undertones and a dash of dried peach. The eager palate is rewarded with mineral, stone fruit, spice and vanilla custard flavours. Artfully crafted with a deft handling of oak yet bolstered with lively acidity.

Huff Estates 2009 South Bay Vineyards Rosé 2008 VQA PEC South Bay Vineyards Rosé

Production :  670 cases
Varietal :  Cabernet Franc 45%, Merlot 35%, Cabernet Sauvignon 20%
Vineyard : South Bay Vineyards, Prince Edward County
Vintage :2009
RS: < 3 grams per litre
Alcohol : 12.5%
Price : $17.95

 
Fun and fruity. An enticing translucent grenadine colour, and yes, bone dry. This cocktail blend of cabernet franc, cabernet sauvignon and merlot exudes a bouquet of pink grapefruit zest supported by fresh notes of rhubarb, candied fruit and wild strawberry that carry through to the palate. Serve well chilled
Cabernet Franc 45%, Merlot 35%, Cabernet Sauvignon 20%

Huff Estates 2008 Riesling Reserve

 
Production : 280 cases
Varietal : Riesling
Vineyard : Wismer vineyard Twenty Mile Bench
Vintage :2008
RS : <2 grams per litre
Alcohol : 12.5%
Price : $19.95



Tangy and racy - make your taste buds bristle! A pale shade of straw; characterized by zesty, buoyant lemon rind and lime aromas supported with apple and delicate rose-scented floral notes. It’s lean and lively in the mouth highlighted with a mineral-infused finish.

Huff Estates 2009 Riesling Medium Dry

Production : 1600 cases
Varietal : Riesling
Vintage : 2009
Alcohol : 11.5%
Price : $17.95

 


Zingy and flirtatious.   Don't be fooled by the term "Medium Dry", this is the same great wine as the Huff Estates Off-Dry many have come to love! This `09 exudes opulence with rose petal, nectarine and star anise amid delicate floral notes adding complexity to the petrol aromas. An undercarriage of refreshing acidity transcends flavors of white peach, mandarin zest and lemon resonating on a generously textured finish

Huff Estates 2009 Pinot Gris

Production : 365 cases
Varietal : Pinot Gris
Vineyard : South Bay, East lake, Hillier (100% PEC)
Vintage :2009
Alcohol : 12.5%
RS: <2 grams per Litre
Price : $19.95

 

Innocence and Purity.  Lively white floral, lemon zest, beeswax and almond aromas characterize our zesty 09 version. A backbone of acidity on distinctly mineral frame is highlighted by flavours of green apple and tart lemon and grapefruit notes on the way to a crisp appealing finish. An ideal aperitif wine 

Huff Estates 2008 Merlot

 

Production :  2100 cases
Varietal : 100% Merlot
Vineyard : Niagara on the lake / Bench
Vintage : 2008
RS: < 2 grams per litre
Alcohol : 12.8%
Fermentation type/time: 2 weeks tanks
Price : $19.95

Bright and Bouncy. A youthful magenta with a tint of purple.  The nose exudes aromas of black cherry, raspberry, tobacco leaf, white pepper and earth accompanied by expressive floral notes. Light to medium-bodied and poised to please, our `08 merlot offers a flavourful palate of recurring cherry, plum, violet and spice on a moderately tannic chassis. Served at 15 C., it is splendid bistro fare.  Un Oaked

Huff Estates 2008 First Frost

Production :  400 cases
Varietal :  Vidal
Vineyard : Huff Estates at Hwy 62 and County Rd.#1
Vintage :2008
Alcohol : 12.5%
Price : $19.95

Sweet and Playful.  This wine teases the palate with white peach and aromas of beeswax, honey and floral notes of acacia. A delicate balance of sweetness and acidity delivers a thirst quenching finish.  Made with Vidal grape and hand harvested from our estate vineyard, our fruit was left hanging until the first heavy frost of the fall.  This delicate freezing process concentrates the sugars, flavours and aromas. Wild fermented with no added yeast. Best served at 8^oC.

Huff Estates 2008 Chardonnay

 

Production : 400 cases
Varietal : 100% Chardonnay
Vineyard : The Bench (Niagara)
Vintage : 2008
RS : <2 grams per litre
Alcohol : 12.8%
Price : $15.95

Poised to please.  Unpretentious in style with pear,spice and lees-driven creaminess greeting the nose while a seamless silkiness underlies flavours of dried pear, quince, citrus zest and subtle floral notes on the palate. Un-oaked.

Huff Estates 2008 Gamay

 

2008 Gamay Reserve

Production : 180 cases
Varietal : Gamay Vineyard : The Niagara Bench
Vintage : 2008
RS : <2 grams per litre
Aging : 14 months in 2nd use oak
Alcohol : 12.8%
Price : $24.95

Tasting Notes
Deceitful yet Delightful. Don't let the light ruby red colour deceive you. Not your typical fruit driven gamay. A light smokiness jumps out on the nose and once settled there are lovely notes of sour cherry and wild berry with underlying notes of spice and white pepper. On the palate the tannin is very soft and delicate and the fruit character carries through. A good balance of acidity gives the wine a long finish with those peppery notes appearing on the dry finish. Serve slightly chilled. Aged 14 months in French oak