We're Joe & Del, "The Wine Couple", and we moved to the county for one reason: the wine! We found many other things here since we've moved (like the food, arts and the friendliness of the people) but we remain committed to our love of the wine!

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Showing posts with label cabernet franc. Show all posts
Showing posts with label cabernet franc. Show all posts

Karlo Estates - Quintus 2008

Quintus 2008

VQA Ontario VQA - Quintus is a unique blend of five old world varietals; Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec and Petit Verdot. Our blend of Prince Edward County and Niagara fruit creates a captivating garnet hue with an inky black tint. The aromas are of floral, dark fruit, cassis, tobacco, earth and a hint of dark chocolate. This complexity translates seamlessly on the palate with balanced acidity and a lingering finish.
  • 12.5% alc./vol. 750 ml
  • Red Wine / Vin rouge
  • 50% County, 50% Niagara on the Lake
  • Aging: 12 mths aged Canadian and French oak
  • Sweetness level: 0
$36.00

Karlo Estates - Cabernet Franc 2008

Cabernet Franc 2008

VQA Prince Edward County VQA - Cabernet Franc is a variety that works well in the Hillier terroir. Ours exhibits a nose of blackcurrant, tobacco, and chocolate. It has balanced acidity and fine tannins which will enhance its ageability. Intense fruit on the palate gives way to a long finish with hints of leather and black pepper.
  • 12.0% alc./vol. 750 ml
  • Red Wine / Vin rouge
  • Wild Fermentation
  • Prince Edward County - Wilson Road
  • Aging: 12 mths aged Canadian oak
  • Sweetness level: 0
$24.00

Sandbanks Estates Winery - Rosé

 
$12.95
Rosé (0)

This Rosé is a perfect blend of 95% Geisenheim and 5% Cabernet Franc grapes, all from our own field.
Blessed with a luscious aroma and rich raspberry, tangerine, and pink grapefruit flavours. A refreshing wine that is excellent as an aperitif or served with grilled chicken or fish. It is a dry Rosé meant to be enjoyed with light summer food.

Sandbanks Estates Winery - Cabernet Merlot Reserve

 
$24.95
Cabernet Merlot Reserve VQA (0)

A smooth, velvety full bodied red. Showing red currant and succulent cherry flavours finishing with spicy, toasty notes.

Sandbanks Estates Winery - Cabernet Franc

 

$14.95
Cabernet Franc VQA (0)
Deep ruby, elegant. A lively red wine. Loads of raspberry and currant flavours with a hint of cedar. A well-balanced wine with a long silky finish.

~ Winner of Opimian Wine Society of Canada award, Gold Standing
~ All Canadian Wine Championship Bronze medal 2009
~ Winner of Gold medal Standing Cabernet category – Artevino 2009

Casa Dea - 2009 Cabernet Franc Rosé

 

 $16.95  12.1% 750mL VQA Prince Edward County

Harvested entirely from our Cold Creek Farm in Prince Edward County.
This light pink coloured wine shows strawberry, summer fruits and has a hint of perfume on it. It has a nice balance between the acidity and the minerality with flavours of Strawberry, Nectarines and Pomello on the Palate.

This wine would pair well with Grilled Shrimp, Smoked Salmon or a light afternoon Lunch

Casa Dea - 2008 Cabernet Franc

 
$18.95  12% 750mL VQA Prince Edward County

Our 2008 Cabernet Franc reflects the terrior of Prince Edward County. This wine is medium-bodied, lightly oaked with notes of raspberries, red currents and violets on the nose. The red fruit carries on to the palate as well as notes of cocoa and spice.

Matches well with prime rib and beef bourguignon.

Casa Dea - 2008 Reserve Cabernet Franc

   

$24.95 12.8% 750mL VQA Prince Edward County

Our 2008 Cabernet Franc Reserve is medium-bodied with a rich garnet colour. Ripe Cherries, Raspberries on the nose. Red fruit can be found on the palate as well as spice notes.The wine has a rich mouth feel and firm smooth tannins in its finish.

Huff Estates 2009 South Bay Vineyards Rosé 2008 VQA PEC 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%

Norm Hardie Cuvee “L” Chardonnay 2008 Unfiltered



$49/bottle   $588/case

Natalie McLain.  Score: 95/100.  When I received this sample for tasting, I opened it with sadness, secretly wanting to stash it away in my own cellar for 5 years. This spectacular wine is made by the Wine Genius of Prince Edward County, Norm Hardie. Why buy Meursault when you can get that elegance, finesse and gorgeous flavour for a fraction of the price. Yes, this is a bargain bottle at $49. This wine is made from 65% Niagara fruit and 35% Prince Edward County fruit. 

Food matches: lobster, shellfish, sable fish, pasta dishes with cream based sauces.

The Grange 2007 Trumpour’s Mill Cabernet Franc

 

2007 Trumpour’s Mill Cabernet Franc VQA  PEC
 
A ruby red dinner wine with a delicately spicy lemon pepper an cranberry nose. The sweet blackberry palate and soft oak tannins offer a lingering finish.

Serve with schnitzel or chicken cordon bleu. This wine may produce sediment over time.

Available Vintages and winery retail store.      $17.75

The Grange 2005 Trumpour’s Mill Cabernet

2005 Trumpour’s Mill Cabernet VQA ON

This wine is distinguished by its rich garnet colour, a powerful berry nose, a robust mouth feel and the firm smooth tannins in its finish.   Definitely a beef wine, perfect with porterhouse steak or served with pungent cheeses after dinner. 

Available winery retail store.      $14.80

The Grange 2007 Trumpour’s Mill Cabernet Merlot

2007 Trumpour’s Mill Cabernet Merlot VQA ON

Soft tannins and warm red fruit make this wine a good choice for pastas with meat and red sauces, mild game meats and veal dishes. 

Winemakers tasting notes include a black cherry nose with hints of red pepper with soft oak and vanilla flavours well integrated in a  sexy mouth feel, a wine with good length and pleasant warmth.

Available selected LCBO stores and winery retail store CSPC# 686162      $13.75

The Grange of Prince Edward Northfield Cabernet Franc 2007

 

2007 Grange of Prince Edward Northfield Cabernet Franc VQA  PEC VQA
 
This wine surprised us all with the ripeness of the fruit and the wonderfully balanced structure, rich with secondary aromas of leather and cigar box. Only the exceptional barrels from this vintage were chosen for this wine.

Available winery retail store.      $34.80

Black Prince Cabernet Franc 2009


Black Prince Cabernet Franc 2009 VQA – $15.75/bottle

Red Berry Fruits
Subtle Earthiness
Fruit Forward
Soft & Subtle Oak
Raspberry & Dark Plum Flavours 
       

Serve with: Pork tenderloin, Lamb with Fresh Herbs.          

Black Prince Cabernet Franc Terroir Elite

Black Prince Cabernet Franc Terroir Elite 2008 VQA – $29.75/btl.
 
 
Truly Local Terroir!
This much anticipated premium red wine is truly unique, 100% county grown Cabernet Franc grapes have been aged for 12 months in barrels crafted from Prince Edward County white oak from the Carriage House Cooperage.
This wonderfully oaked County Cabernet Franc has a full berry nose and a lovely ripe raspberry flavour.

Excellent paired with grilled meats and game.