Identity
| Producer | Inniskillin |
| Vol | 0.375 |
| Classification | VQA |
| Grapes | 100% Riesling |
| Color | white |
| Sweetness | sweet |
Tasting
| Color Desc | shiny golden straw |
| Aroma | harmonious combination of peach, ripe apricot, citrus fruits, and floral honey aromas |
| Palate | intense, sweet with refreshing acidity, notes of tropical fruits, mandarin, and hints of honey |
| Finish | luscious finish that lingers for minutes with balanced sweetness and acidity |
| Food Pairing | blue and creamy cheeses, fruit desserts, ice cream, tartlets with fresh berries |
| Aging Potential | can be stored for decades, improving with age |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| Aging Process | Fermentation occurs slowly in stainless steel tanks at 14-15 °C, followed by aging in stainless steel to preserve freshness and purity. |
| Fermentation | slow fermentation in stainless steel tanks at 14-15 °C |
Terroir
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are hand harvested after natural freezing on the vine at temperatures around -8 to -10 °C, typically early morning to preserve quality. |
Interesting facts
| Inniskillin is a pioneering Canadian winery known for its high-quality icewine production. The name derives from the Inniskilling Fusiliers regiment. Icewine grapes are harvested at higher sugar levels than VQA minimums, resulting in rich, intense wines. |
Logistics
| Barcode | 620654011247 |