Notes from the cellar
LIQUID GOLD – Adam Delorme
Here at the Grange we constantly strive for excellence. In order to achieve that level of quality, one must experiment and closely monitor the results. A great example of this is our Sauvignon Blanc. Our first vintage, the 2009 was fermented in oak with great results. The 2009 Fume Blanc is a wonderful wine with clearly defined fruit and a touch of spice, largely due to the use of oak. There is a little of it left in the tasting room but it won’t last long.
The 2010 Sauvignon Blanc crop was extremely small 700kg but with highly concentrated sugar 27.5 brix or the potential to make a wine with 16% alcohol. I didn’t think that would be wise. Instead, we brought it in with full intention of making a dessert wine, which was very exciting as it would be the first for the winery. As the fruit was pressed, only drops would come out, much like Icewine. The flavors were Sauvignon Blanc but with the highest concentration.
The resulting wine (to be bottled soon in 500 mL bottles for release in June) is quite viscous with aromas of apricot and tropical fruit. It repeats on the palette with great acidity balancing it out. The finish lingers for some time. I look forward to see what then 2011 Sauv Blanc has in store, a sparkling wine maybe?
Single plantation wine infused chocolates
Introducing new single plantation “Origine” chocolates prepared by Darren Johns from Mercury Chocolates with
Trumpour’s Mill wines.
Available to take home Box of 6 $11.50 Box of 12 $ 21.00 Also in gift baskets.
Or try them in a tasting experience at the tasting bar where they will be paired with the wines they are infused with!
2006 Victoria Block Chardonnay Chocolate
The elegant barrel fermented chardonnay was aged for 9 months in new, one year old and two year old French oak. Pale straw in colour, this wine has a complex nose of sweet oak with hints of vanilla and melon. The palate is distinguished by notes of melon and mango followed by a lengthy and refreshing finish paired with a 39% Ghana African milk chocolate creating a chocolate with glden buttery notes , full depth and a creamy finish. Residual notes of vanilla
2007 Pinot Noir Chocolate
This estate wine has a bright red fruit nose with hints of cigar box from 11 months in French oak. An elegant wine that is smooth and supple on the palate with a sweet core and a lively sour cherry finish is paired with a Venezuelan 65% dark chocolate which creates a chocolate with medium depth on the palette and strong fast finish.
Light residual tannin.
2007 Merlot Chocolate
This chocolate matches a 2008 Madagascar Madrirofolio 65% dark chocolate with notes of raspberry and flint, medium residual tannin and a medium weight with a strong fast finish is complemented by a fabulous nose with cedar, vanilla, ripe plums, mocha and black pepper from the merlot. Well structured with firm tannins, succulent plums and raspberries with notes of vanilla and black pepper on the palate and a lingering vanilla mocha finish make this a chocolate your palate will remember for a long time.
Experience The Grange Summer 2010 is all about LOCAL!
Experience The Grange
Summer 2010 is all about the experience here at The Grange. So this year let us show you why we think our farm and Prince Edward County are so special!
New for this season we will be having gourmet picnic lunches that range from rustic handmade sandwiches to a basket filled with charcuterie, roasted chicken and summer salads. These are our new way of showcasing the best of PEC’s local produce. Have a perfect summer afternoon with us… stay in by the windows overlooking the pond, sit under the shade of the birches on the patio or bring a blanket and head back the lane after you pick up your picnic basket and a bottle of wine from our tasting bar. Call ahead to reserve.
Another new way to experience the grange is through our new tours which can really let you get your hands dirty! From hiking tours and working tours to tasting tours which focus on experiencing wine as it is made in the cellar or how food and wine come together there is a package to suit any group. Reservations required.
We look forward to you visit!
Please visit our website http://www.grangeofprinceedward.com for more details.
