Ehrenfelser 2023, Gray Monk Estate Winery

Description from the Producer

BC VQA
WINEMAKINGThe Ehrenfelser grapes were picked in early-October from our own estate vineyard and from a longstanding grower in Kelowna. The grapes were gently pressed, cool fermented, fermentation arrested early to retain the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity, then aged in stainless steel tanks for pure fruit expression. 13% Riesling was added to enhance aromatics. Limited production of 841 cases.FLAVOUR PROFILEFresh, clean, and bright, like a perfect summer’s day. Lovely pure fruit aromas of yellow apple, white peach, sweet melon, golden kiwi, Bartlett pear, and a touch of floral. This light-bodied, refreshing white wine provides good balancing acidity for the natural grape sweetness, and flavours of juicy tropical fruit and melon. Ripe, juicy fruit notes, suggesting sweet citrus and Okanagan summer orchard fruits, and sweet melon linger on the finish.SERVING SUGGESTIONSServe with baked lemon chicken; chicken and red pepper kebobs; sushi; lightly spiced steamed mussels; Asian influenced grilled salmon; veal schnitzel with lemon; saucy barbecued pork ribs; Hawaiian pizza; curried cauliflower; Pad Thai; fresh chickpea salads; brie and camembert cheeses with baguette and pear slices.
Sweetness Level: 47.3 g/L