Wine Specs
Vintage
2010
Varietal
Sauvignon Blanc
Appellation
Niagara Peninsula
Vineyard Designation
Delaine Vineyard
Acid
6.1g/l
Aging
100% French Oak for 5 months
Residual Sugar
2g/l
Alcohol %
13.0%
2010 Gold Series Fumé Blanc
In Stock
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
An aromatic and complex wine with refreshing citrus notes accented by subtle vanilla and tropical undertones with an exceptionally long finish. An elegantly balanced wine, this is the perfect expression of the Niagara terroir.
Vineyard Notes
For our 2010 Fumé Blanc, winemaker Marco Piccoli harvested the best Sauvignon Blanc grapes from select small-lot vineyards and aged the wine in French oak barrels.
Production Notes
The Sauvignon Blanc grapes underwent skin contact for 4-6 hours, and were soft pressed, followed by cold fermentation with selected yeasts. Shortly after fermentation started, the wine was transferred into 100% French oak barrels, using 25% new oak, and kept on the lees for 5 months prior to bottling.
Winemaker Notes
"Sauvignon Blanc is one of my favourite varieties, and I am excited to have crafted this beautiful Fumé Blanc for your enjoyment" - Marco Piccoli, Winemaker
Food Pairing Notes
Pairs beautifully with fresh oysters, scallops, lobster, poultry and pastas in cream based sauces, fresh goat's cheese, salads, and soft cheeses.
