Wine
List
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2007 Vintage Reds
2007 Vintners Reserve Cabernet Franc
The 2007 vintage was spectacular on the Beamsville Bench. Our Vintners reserve Cabernet Franc gives testimony to this. Our most full bodied red underwent a slow, cool fermentation preceded by a long maceration. Cherry to the nose and palate, followed by plum and mint, with just a hint of raspberry. All this on a palate of cigar. Barrel aged for 12 months in oak to retain its fruity characteristics.(we usually age our reds for 24 months). Heavy, full in the mouth waiting for a well done steak. $24.95/750ml
2007 Vintners Reserve Merlot
(The more feminine of the Bordeaux reds, this wine, true to its gender is an iron fist in a velvet glove. Spectacularly structured, the nose has a mineral/plum introduction followed by blackberry, licorice and a black pepper finish. Our Vintner maintains that Merlot produces the best reds in Ontario. and recommends it to anyone who has not had their taste buds shot off in the big war. $24.95/750ml
2007 Vintners Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
It's a little wonder that Cabernet Sauvignon is the king of the reds. Its complexity and depth are unrivaled . Our 07 Cab Sauv. demonstrates the heights this grape can reach, nurtured in a cool-climate viticulture area. Full bodied and subtle this wine is truly age worthy. Well structured, the nose is reminiscent of a smoky cassis, oak and black pepper, with a hint of sweet vanilla. On the palate, the soft tannins carry the taste of black cherry, toast and a hint of complex spices. $24.95/750ml
2007 Vintners Reserve Meritage
This wine is Crown Bench's flagship red. A true Bordeaux, incorporating the very best of our Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. ( 50% Cab Franc, 25% Cab Sauv, 25% Merlot) assembled from a 50% reduced crop, prolonged maceration and barrel aging one full year. On the nose, an exotic bouquet of warm perfumes, on the palate, dark plum, black currant and cherries with a hint of cedar. While imminently approachable now, our Vintner suggests it to usher in the "roaring twenties". $24.95/750ml
White Wines
2001 Chardonnay
The 2001 Vintage is spectacular, our winemaker (Peter) says it is the best Chardonnay that he has ever made. Our old vines, reduced crop Chardonnay was barrel fermented and aged (twenty-four months) in oak. Buttered toast and tropical fruit round out the strong acidic backbone.
A lingering finish, Gold Medal. Voted Best in Ontario. $29.95/750ml
2000 Barrel Fermented Vidal Icewine
This is an amazing Icewine from the Beamsville Bench . Our finest Icewine juice was barrel fermented and aged in new oak to give this wine added complexity and tannin backbone. Winter sunshine in a bottle. This Icewine is deep golden amber with honeyed hue. The nose is layered with rich fruit of apricots, figs and butterscotch. On the palate, dense weight and excellent length and finish. Everything you would expect from a well-finished Icewine. Gold Medal winner, International and Canadian Wine Awards, Honourable Mention Vinitaly. $59.95/.375ml
Icewines
2000 Barrel Fermented Vidal Icewine VQA
This is an amazing Icewine from the Beamsville Bench. Our finest Icewine juice was barrel fermented and aged in new oak to give this wine added complexity and a tannin backbone. Winter gold in a bottle. (Gold Medal winner- Intervin, Silver Ontario Wine Awards, Honourable Mention Vinitaly) $59.95/375 ml
Flavoured Wines
Eros
This unique and exceptional wine is our newest release.
Harvested in January 2001 at -10 degrees C, this Vidal was fermented and then
aged in oak barrel for ten years.
The dynamic balance of sugar and acid makes this one of the most
well-structured wines that our winemaker has ever tasted.
The viscosity carries the fruit and acid to a clean, long finish.
200ml/$49.95
Ambrosia (Chocolate Ice)
Intensely sweet Vidal juice harvested at minus 10 degrees C, vinted slowly to preserve flavour and aromas, then infused with chocolate creates an unparalled sinful dessert. A Crown Bench innovation available only at our winery. Grand Gold Medal, Selection Mondial des Vins, International Gold Medal (Reviewed and recommended by Toronto Life Magazine), International Silver Medal (American Wine Society) $39.95/375ml
Hot Ice
 A unique aperitif combining wine made from sweet, cold-harvested Vidal grapes, with an infusion of five kinds of hot peppers. This wine is sure to stimulate the appetite and cleanse the palate.
Aromas of roasted jalapeno over a background of apricot and stone
fruit. A Crown Bench innovation. (Reviewed and recommended by
Toronto Life Magazine; International Gold Medal, American Wine
Society Silver) $36.95/375 ml
Altair
A unique Canadian combination of pure maple syrup and vibrantly sweet cold-harvested Vidal juice fermented together to produce a shining star among wines. International Gold $24.95/250ml
Berry-Trio
Our three fruit flavoured wines produced from cold-harvested and powerfully sweet Vidal juice, combined with fresh local fruit. These wines are not only delicious by themselves but are extremely versatile. Use them to make fruity martinis
and margaritas or pour over crushed ice and add soda water. They
can be used over ice cream, cheese cake or fruit. Pour a little
into a glass of champagne for beautiful colour and great taste.
Blueberry Ice
An opulent combination of intensely flavoured sweet Vidal wine and blueberries. The taste of blueberries, along with the velvet smoothness of the concentrated, cold-harvested, slow-fermented Vidal, make for a sweet and refreshing dessert wine. International Gold Medal $29.95/.375ml
Raspberry Ice
The over the top raspberry flavour, combined with intensely flavoured sweet Vidal wine made from cold-concentrated juice, leaves no doubt on the taster's palate. Raspberries and sunshine in a bottle. International Gold Medal, All Canadian Gold Medal, All Canadian Fruit Dessert Wine of the Year. $29.95/375ml
Cranberry Ice
The tart refreshing qualities of cranberries over the sweet Vidal wine (concentrated and intensely flavoured from being harvested cold and pressed while nearly frozen solid) conveys the essence of cranberries into a delightful dessert wine. International Gold $29.95/375ml
Berry Trio
Enjoy your own little mini-bar. All three flavours, 250ml each in a stackable bottle. This way you can enjoy all three. Please check our cocktail recipes. $59.95/750ml
Wild Ginger Ice
This unique wine is made from Vidal grapes, cold-harvested below freezing temperatures and intensely sweet, fermented and aged in barrel. Add to this a wild ginger infusion, and you get an exquisite culinary combination that will tantalize your taste buds with spicy peppery high-notes,
overlaying the well structured barrel extracts with black pepper
overtones and floral bouquet. The Wild Ginger Ice may accompany
a wide variety of foods, from appetizers to specialized entree
or just on its own.
International Gold Medal $29.95/200 ml
Vanilla Ice
This delicious wine is a combination of intensely flavoured, cold-concentrated Vidal, fermented and aged in barrel, and the finest Bourbon Vanilla Beans.
This perfect dessert liquor combines the out-worldly essence
of the finest French patisserie with an exquisite floral bouquet
with a great mouth feel. International Gold Medal. $34.95/200
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