Essex Wine Review

Colio Estate - Lake & River Series

Winemaker’s Notes:
Colour: Light garnet
Bouquet: Blackberry, raspberry and bing cherry
Taste: Tart dark berry, pepper and plum, light oak finsh
Serve at: 15º - 18º C
Brix at Harvest: 20.63 combined average
Fermentation: Stainless steel tanks, 10 to 14 days on the skins
Aging: 12 months in oak barrels
Residual Sugar: 2 g/l
Production: 4444 cases
Winemaker: Tim Reilly
Food Match: Beef-grilled, Cheeses-strong, Lamb, Pasta-tomato based

VQA Ontario

Blend:
Cabernet Franc 62.5%,
Shiraz 12.5%,
Merlot 12.5%,
Cabernet Sauvignon 12.5%

Alcohol Content: 12.5%
Sugar code: (0)

Price: 750 mL - $10.75

Rate and review Colio River Rock Red 2008.

CEV Signature Series-Limited Edition Wines

Winemaker’s Notes:
Blackberry, chocolate and black pepper bouquet. Flavours of sweet red berries, chocolate and definative black pepper on the finish.

Blend: 100% Shariz
Serve at: 15º - 17º C
Winemaker: Tim Reilly
Alcohol Content: 12.5 %

VQA lake Erie North Shore

Price: 750 mL - $24.75

Rate and review Colio CEV Nine Barrel Shariz 2007.

The Vinedressers

Winemaker’s Notes:
Shariz (Syrah) is a relatively new varietal in the vineyards of Pelee Island (2000), and we are extremely pleased to offer you this proof of it’s success. The long and hot growing conditions of the island have produced a dry tannic red wine, while aging for 15 months in classic oak barrels has enhanced the blackcurrant fruit flavour and the long smoky finish. This solid red wine is best served in a large glass at 17 degrees Celsius.

13% alc./vol.
VQA Pelee Island VQA

Price: 750 mL $19.75

CLICK HERE to rate and review Pelee Island Shariz 2005.

Winemaker’s Notes:
A great vintage year is the best reason to sip fine wine. 2007 was hot, dry and long with endless sumer days providing the ideal condition for rich, concentrated wines.

A deep ruby colour and the vibrant aromas of red currants, dark berries and earth make up the 2007 Shariz. Complete with a touch of spice, this full-bodied dry red wine marries best with grilled lamb, peppered steak, roast venison and smoked game meats.

Price: 750 mL $19.95

13% Alc./vol.

CLICK HERE to rate and review Aleksander Estate Shariz 2007