Tasting Notes

The Quest 2016

74% Unoaked Chardonnay, 20% Viognier, 6% Gewürztraminer.

This unoaked white blend shows complex aromas of ripe stone fruits, white flowers and acacia with a hint of rose petal and pear. On the palate, it is vibrant yet smooth with flavours of wet flint, green apple and a mineral complexity that leads to a refreshing lime-zest finish.

Price $17.90       SKU 30971    Alcohol 12.9% 

Viognier 2015

100% Viognier

An intense and luscious nose of nectarine, kiwi and acacia blossoms lures you in yet the palate surprises with tangy lemon cream, bright acidity as well as juicy peach flavours.

Price $22.90       SKU  484022     Alcohol 13.5%

Viognier 2016

100% Viognier

Juicy and refreshing, this full-bodied wine explodes with aromas of gooseberries, kiwi, nectarines, lychee and green apples and a great mouth feel before finishing strong with hints of lemon cream and pear cider.

Price $22.90       SKU  30968     Alcohol 13.4% 

Small Lot Series barrel Fermented Chardonnay 2016

100% Chardonnay

Smooth and rich, this Chardonnay was fermented and aged for six months in premium French oak barrels, showcasing aromas of tasty croissant, vanilla, pears, quince and lovely spices such as clove and nutmeg. The palate is bursting with flavours of stone fruits and great minerality while showing the smooth richness of the oak.

Price $35.90     SKU  30976    Alcohol  12.8%

Small Lot Series Merlot 2015

100% Merlot

Barrel aged for seventeen months, this concentrated Merlot is meaty and juicy, having aromas of dark cherry, pomegranate and ripe red apple, black pepper, dark roasted mocha and smoked ham. The palate has a rich mouthfeel with cocoa-like tannins and flavours of ripe fruit.

Price $35.90     SKU 30984    Alcohol 14.5%

The Chase 2013

Cabernet Sauvignon 32.5%, Cabernet Franc 32.5%, Merlot 30%, Petit Verdot 3%, Malbec 2%

Deep ruby red in colour.  Toasty vanilla oak intertwines with rich mocha, dark chocolate and ripe blackcurrants.  It shows hints of Christmas cake and classic white pepper notes.  Soft and supple, with a fine grained structure and excellent length.  The toast and red/black fruits are very apparent on the mid palate.  Drinking fabulously right now, this wine will integrate more over time and become more elegant.

Price $19.90      SKU +844035

The Chase 2014

Cabernet Franc 34%, Merlot 34%, Cabernet Sauvignon 28%, Malbec 2%, Petit Verdot 2%.

This intense five varietal Bordeaux style blend has an enticing palate of deep dark currant, cherry and blackberry flavors as well as juicy notes of fresh red raspberry. A touch of vanilla and toast complement the soft tannins and long finish. Equally enjoyable with a mid-week meaty cheese topped pasta dish or to match a date night steak platter and chocolate deserts.

Syrah 2014

Syrah 91%,  9% Viognier

Our juicy, full-bodied Syrah was co-fermented with 9% Viognier, lending aromas of apricot skins and violets. Flavours of blueberry, blackberry, sweet spice and black pepper combine with a velvety texture, medium tannins, toasty oak and balanced acidity.

Price $31.90   SKU  748772    Alcohol 14.4%

Syrah 2015

Syrah 98%, 2% Viognier

Juicy, with aromas of blackberries, dark chocolate, toffee, smoked sandal wood and the sweet spiciness of clove, vanilla, pine wood, sage, black licorice and eucalyptus, This Syrah, having been barrel aged for 16 months overwhelms with its rich flavours on both the palate and nose, has great balance, velvety tannins and a long finish.

Price $31.90      SKU 30979      Alcohol 15.1%

Cab/Merlot 2016

42% Merlot, 42% Cabernet Franc, 14% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Petit Verdot

Deep Garnet Hue. Cigar box aromas overlap with rich ripe red berries and hints of chocolate. A sweet fruit attack with black plums, intense mid palate sweetness and a very fine supple and sensuous finish. Just a touch of oak that complements this fruit driven, easy drinking wine.

Price $15.90       SKU +224764        Alcohol 13.5% 

Small Lot Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

100% Cabernet Sauvignon

The exceptionally warm and dry year of 2015 has enabled us to produce this Cabernet Sauvignon with luscious aromas of black currant, cherries and blueberries, peppercorn and roasted coffee beans. Aged in oak barrel for sixteen months, it boasts a smooth, full body with flavours of dark fruit, ripe cherries, pine resin and hints of sage.

Price $49.90    SKU  30987  Alcohol 14.6%

Small Lot Series Cabernet Franc 2015

100% Cabernet Franc

Barrel aged for sixteen months, this small lot of Cabernet Franc bursts with the sweetness of concentrated red fruit aromas such as raspberries and alpine strawberries, aromas of dried herbs, cranberries and traces of white pepper. Harmonious on the palate boasting complex tannins and flavours of caramel with sea salt, roasted coffee, cherry wood, wild licorice & thyme.

Price $49.90      SKU  30993   Alcohol 15.1%

Small Lot Series Malbec 2015

100% Malbec

Rich and bursting with flavours of blueberry and elderflower, this luscious four barrel lot of Malbec aged for sixteen months is concentrated and yet delicate. Dark fruit such as black currant and plum, hints of dried herbs and licorice combine with a smooth palate that together with powerful underlying tannins leads to a finish that seems to last for an eternity.

Price $49.90    SKU 30990   Alcohol 14.5%