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This Best Niagara Wine collection pulls together standout Niagara Peninsula and Niagara-on-the-Lake bottles, across reds, whites, and bubbly.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"malivoire-wine-company-che-bello","title":"Che Bello NV, Malivoire Wine Company","description":"\u003cp\u003eVQA Ontario\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker's Notes: \u003c\/strong\u003eComposition:  83% Seyval Blanc and 17% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVibrant aromas remind of peach, crabapple jelly and orange blossom.  The mouth, tingly-effervescent, holds green apple, pear and lemon cream, finishing fresh and clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a non-vintage wine.  We aim to ensure that each bottling is consistent with the character of the previous. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVegan friendly. Sustainable Winegrowing Ontario Certified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification Notes: \u003c\/strong\u003eSeyval Blanc from the Hubel Estate and Chardonnay from the Malivoire Estate were picked in the opening days of harvest with an average of 16.7 Brix° grape sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing primary fermentation, the wine was transferred to a pressurized steel tank for secondary fermentation in the “charmat” method. 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This wine displays notes of blueberry, red berries dark chocolate and cigar box. It is medium-bodied, well-balanced and possesses a balanced finish.\n\u003cbr\u003eTHE PAIRINGS: A well balanced and medium- bodied wine, this Cabernet Merlot is a pleasure to pair with. We recommend enjoying it with Short Rib Ragu with Tagliatelle, BBQ hamburgers or Wine-Braised Pork Tacos.\n\u003cbr\u003eTHE CELLARING: Drink now to 2025\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Redstone Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46030314307796,"sku":"3WINRED","price":241.8,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/1381\/1668\/files\/bistro-cabernet-merlot-12-bottles-2019-redstone-winery.webp?v=1761587917"},{"product_id":"ravine-vineyard-estate-winery-charmat-rose","title":"Charmat Rosé, Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery","description":"\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes: Pleasant aromas of floral, strawberry and clementine leave you feeling excited for the summer and ready for good company. On the palate, the happy bubbles dance around with flavours of fresh field strawberries and cream, lemon, crab apple and ruby red grapefruit.\n\u003cbr\u003eWinemaker's Notes: The Charmat Method is one that uses the concept of utilizing a secondary fermentation to incorporate bubbles and a slight increase of alchol into a finished wine. Unlike in traditionally made sparkling this is occurring in a temperature and pressure controlled thank . Fermentation happens under high pressure levels and cold temps, and this is how bubbles are incorporated into the wine. This wine is produced from Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc and Gamay Noir.\n\u003cbr\u003eFood Pairing: Strawberries and angel food cake, asparagus and strawberry salad with balsamic and St. Agur, pasta (penne, pesto, parmesan), grilled salmon with arugula, shrimp on toast, pizza Bianco.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46030340358356,"sku":"1313WINRAV","price":32.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/1381\/1668\/files\/charmat-rose-ravine-vineyard-estate-winery.webp?v=1739738393"},{"product_id":"rosewood-estates-winery-mead-royale-2021","title":"Mead Royale 2022, Rosewood Estates Winery","description":"\u003cp\u003eA unique semi-sweet traditional mead fermented of our Niagara Escarpment Wildflower Honey. 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Produced in the ancestral method, this wine was bottled before dryness allowing the wine to complete its fermentation in the bottle, and aged for 20 months before disgorging.\n\u003cbr\u003eResidual Sugar: 3.0 g\/L\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alvento Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46030343012564,"sku":"6095WINALV","price":47.2,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/1381\/1668\/files\/theia-methode-ancestrale-sparkling-2019-alvento-winery.webp?v=1739738438"},{"product_id":"redstone-winery-skin-fermented-white-2021","title":"Skin Fermented White 2021, Redstone Winery","description":"\u003cp\u003e“Orange Wine” is a white wine that is made by leaving the grape skins and seeds in contact with the juice which creates an orange hue to the wine. Made of 56% Riesling and 44% gewürztraminer, our Skin Fermented White saw 10 days of contact giving it a medium copper colour. This very aromatic wine displays notes of tangerine, peach and lychee fruit. The characteristics of the gewürztraminer really shine through but this wine is bone dry. On the palate you will experience flavours like black tea, honeycomb and peaches with a mild tannin structure.\n\u003cbr\u003ePairings: This orange wine is a great wine for food pairings! Enjoy this wine a little warmer than your usual white wine. Try it with cured meats, cheeses and olives. A perfect accompaniment for your charcuterie platter. Or try it with your favourite mushroom or squash dish.\n\u003cbr\u003eDrinking Window: Drink now, this wine is best enjoyed young!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Redstone Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46030343110868,"sku":"5402WINRED","price":17.15,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/1381\/1668\/files\/skin-fermented-white-2021-redstone-winery.webp?v=1739738441"},{"product_id":"frisky-beaver-wines-dam-good-white","title":"Dam Good White, Frisky Beaver Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eSauv Blanc | Riesling | Chardonnay\n\u003cbr\u003eWith a paper bottle made of 94% recycled content, and a six times lower carbon footprint, you can travel light and enjoy in a brand new way! This wine has a light body with bright acidity making it deliciously refreshing, with a touch of sweetness and balancing silkiness you won't hesitate to go back for more. Enjoy with mild curry, pork, sea food or Thai.\n\u003cbr\u003eTasting Notes:SIGHT - Pale straw with pineapple overtonesNOSE - Lifted aromatics jump from the glass, with hints of pineapple, golden delicious apple, and lime zestMOUTH - A slightly off-dry initiation works well with vivacious acidity, apparent citrus fruit and a pleasant lingering finish\n\u003cbr\u003eResidual Sugar: 8.3 g\/L\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frisky Beaver Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46030343864532,"sku":"1534WINFRI","price":16.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/1381\/1668\/files\/dam-good-white-frisky-beaver-wines.webp?v=1739738458"},{"product_id":"frisky-beaver-wines-dam-good-red","title":"Dam Good Red, Frisky Beaver Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith a paper bottle made of 94% recycled and a six times lower carbon footprint, you can travel light and enjoy in a brand new way!\n\u003cbr\u003eAn approachable and well structured deeply flavoured red wine. Pairs well with pork, beef, medium-bodied cheeses, and good friends!\n\u003cbr\u003eTasting Notes:SIGHT - Vibrant red garnet.NOSE - Aromas of black cherry, blackberry, and spice on the nose accented by notes of oak with more juicy berries on the finish.MOUTH - Nice balance between fruit, tannin and acidity\n\u003cbr\u003eWinemaker's Notes: Primarily fermented and aged in stainless steel finished in a combination of French and American oak, softening the tannins and polishing the mouthfeel. Approachable and well structured, Dam Good Red is a deeply flavoured red wine. 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