A refined New World Pinot Noir with a complexity of aromas, good structure, and a lengthy, concentrated finish. On the nose, this wine serves up a multitude of powerful aromas not easy to single out: plenty of jammy red and dark fruit notes with some smoke, earth, and a touch of alcohol. Medium to full on the palate with fine, mildly aggressive tannins, balanced acidity and generous fruit flavours. Finishes with excellent length and lingering flavours that beg another sip.
Bronze Medal, 2005 Canadian Wine Awards
Bronze Medal, 2005 Canadian Wine Awards
Henry of Pelham is a family owned and operated winery located on the Short Hills Bench, a sub-appellation at the base of the Niagara Escarpment, in St. Catharines, Ontario. With initial vines planted in the mid-1980s and first vintage release in 1988, the Pelham estate has quickly emerged as one of Ontario's leading and most consistent producers of quality VQA wines. Committed to producing "wines of elegance, finesse and age-ability that are distinctively Niagara Peninsula", this many award-winning winery is run by the Speck brothers Paul, Matthew, and Daniel. Winemaker: Ronald Giesbrecht
Alcohol: 13.5% alc. / vol.
Grapes: 100% Pinot Noir
Mushrooms, pork liver pates, tuna, grilled salmon, roasted chicken, duck and other game birds.
Serving Notes: Enjoy now through 2014. May require decanting in the near term.