Vintage Report
Cooler-than-usual spring weather delayed budburst but was followed by warm and dry flowering conditions, which led to exceptional fruit set in all varieties. Careful vineyard management with precision pruning and crop thinning yielded high quality grape clusters. Harvest began in mid-September and ended the second week of November. The young wines are showing promise with the whites displaying bright fruitiness and refreshing crispness and the reds showing excellent fruit structure and balanced tannins.
Tasting Notes
Naturally frozen on the vine, the grapes were harvested from our Naramata vineyards on December 15, 2008. This lovely Vidal Icewine is lush and rich with nice acidity and balance. Gorgeous floral and spice aromas highlight decadent notes of apricot, tangerine and guava.
Food Pairing Notes
The perfect finish to an evening, this icewine can be an aperitif on its own or paired with dried or fresh fruit, mild cheeses, pastries or custards.
Winemaker’s Notes
| 100% Vidal | |
| 8.5% Alc. | R.S. 318 g/l | Sugar Level at Harvest: 40.9 ° Brix | 375 mL | |
| Oaked: | Unoaked |
| Harvest: | December 15, 2008 |
| Vineyards: | Naramata |
