Wine tasting notes
Our wine tasting notes include food pairings to give you an idea of what would be the most suitable wine for you upcoming dinner or event.
2010 Gewurztraminer
A spicy wine with floral characteristics and tropical flavours of citrus, peach and honey balanced by zingy acidity.
Food Pairings
Pairs well with spicy foods or teriyaki stir-fry.
Pairs well with spicy foods or teriyaki stir-fry.
| Appellation | Summerland, BC |
| Varietals | Gewurztraminer |
| Alcohol | 13.8% |
| Total Acid | 5.4 g/l |
| Wine Ph | 3.63 |
| Residual Sugar | 11.9 g/l |
| Aged | n/a |
2010 Pinot Gris
A delightful wine with aromas of rhubarb and citrus. Fresh and crisp with a hint of spice to awaken the palate.
Food Pairings
Pairs well with fresh veggies and pork dishes.
Pairs well with fresh veggies and pork dishes.
| Appellation | Summerland, BC |
| Varietals | Pinot Gris |
| Alcohol | 14.3% |
| Total Acid | 6.3 g/l |
| Wine Ph | 3.53 |
| Residual Sugar | 7.7 g/l |
| Aged | n/a |
2008 Chardonnay
Our Chardonnay is fermented and lightly aged in French Oak barrels. Flavours of apple, pear and pineapple are infused with a flavour of the smooth oak.
Food Pairings
Pairs well with cheese, fruit, and all meats and fowl.
Pairs well with cheese, fruit, and all meats and fowl.
| Appellation | Summerland, BC |
| Varietals | Chardonnay |
| Alcohol | 13.8% |
| Total Acid | 8.1 g/l |
| Wine Ph | 3.54 |
| Residual Sugar | 4.5 g/l |
| Aged | 6 months in French Oak Barrels |
2008 Nectar del sol
Our later harvest Riesling/ Orange Muscat dessert wine tickles your tastebuds with fruity flavours of peach, apricot and apple. Combined with the tropical aromas of pineapple, it will delight your senses and palate.
Food Pairings
Enjoyed best as a nice cool refreshing treat with fruit or simply as a treat by itself.
Enjoyed best as a nice cool refreshing treat with fruit or simply as a treat by itself.
| Appellation | Summerland, BC |
| Varietals | Riesling/ Orange Muscat and Viognier |
| Alcohol | 13.3% |
| Total Acid | 9.2 g/l |
| Wine Ph | 3.34 |
| Residual Sugar | 25 g/l |
| Aged | n/a |
2009 Pinot Noir
This wine, with its clean light tannins, is balanced by the fruity flavours and aromas of cloves, ripe raspberry and rich strawberry.
Food Pairings
Pairs well with fresh BC salmon, wild game or steak.
Pairs well with fresh BC salmon, wild game or steak.
| Appellation | Summerland, BC |
| Varietals | Pinot Noir |
| Alcohol | 14.1% |
| Total Acid | 6.6 g/l |
| Wine Ph | 3.8 |
| Residual Sugar | 1.5 g/l |
| Aged | French Oak 9 months |
2009 Merlot
Warm velvety red wine with toasty aromas and flavours of ripe berries and cherries.
Food Pairings
Prime rib, bison, spicy poultry, rich tomato sauces or strong blue cheese.
Prime rib, bison, spicy poultry, rich tomato sauces or strong blue cheese.
| Appellation | Summerland, BC |
| Varietals | Merlot |
| Alcohol | 14.8% |
| Total Acid | 6.5 g/l |
| Wine Ph | 3.72 |
| Residual Sugar | 2.1 g/l |
| Aged | American and French Oak 10 months |
2009 Syrah
Thornhaven's first Vintage Syrah has aromas of blackberry, cherry, vanilla, cloves and cigar box.
Food Pairings
Pairs with beef tenderloin, lamb or tuscan-style pork roast.
Pairs with beef tenderloin, lamb or tuscan-style pork roast.
| Appellation | Summerland, BC |
| Varietals | Syrah |
| Alcohol | 15% |
| Total Acid | 7.1 g/l |
| Wine Ph | 3.83 |
| Residual Sugar | 1.4 g/l |
| Aged | American and French Oak 10 months |
2008 Trinity
This one-of-a-kind blend has fresh herbal aromas with subtle hints of berries and spice. Trinity is truly a special wine not to be missed.
Food Pairings
Pairs well with red meats such as lamb and steak.
Pairs well with red meats such as lamb and steak.
| Appellation | Summerland, BC |
| Varietals | Pinot Noir/ Gamay and Merlot |
| Alcohol | 13% |
| Total Acid | 7.2 g/l |
| Wine Ph | 3.73 |
| Residual Sugar | 1.4 g/l |
| Aged | French and American Oak 10 months |
2008 Evolution
Our Big Bordeaux-style blend is made from the best Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvigon and Merlot grapes. It exhibits complex toasty aromas of ripe raspberries, strawberries and cherries.
Food Pairings
Pairs well with barbecue, stews or roasts as well as rich pastas. Also excellent with a good dark chocolate.
Pairs well with barbecue, stews or roasts as well as rich pastas. Also excellent with a good dark chocolate.
| Appellation | Summerland, BC |
| Varietals | Cab Franc/ Cab Sauv/ Merlot |
| Alcohol | 14.5% |
| Total Acid | 7.35 g/l |
| Wine Ph | 4.06 |
| Residual Sugar | 1.9 g/l |
| Aged | French and American Oak 8 months |
2010 Tortured Grape
Our tortured Grape is a fun blend of Riesling, Viognier and Orange Muscat. With hints of ripe peaches, pears and apricots and a tropical dry finish, this wine is fresh and crisp.
Food Pairings
Pairs well with pork and fish dishes...Many grapes were harmed in the production of this wine.
Pairs well with pork and fish dishes...Many grapes were harmed in the production of this wine.
| Appellation | Summerland, BC |
| Varietals | Orange Muscat, Riesling, Chardonnay,Viognier |
| Alcohol | 13.8% |
| Total Acid | 8.7 g/l |
| Wine Ph | 3.52 |
| Residual Sugar | 11.7 g/l |
| Aged | n/a |
2009 Pinot Meunier
This exceptional variety, which few people have had the chance to appreciate, originated in the Champagne region of France. Our 100% Pinot Meunier is bright ruby in color, a lighter red wine with aromas of vanilla, tiramisu and butterscotch combined with flavours of fresh ripe fruit. An excellent balance between sugar and acidity adds to the body and velvety smooth tannins.
Food Pairings
Pairs excellently with butter chicken and spicy meat dishes.
Pairs excellently with butter chicken and spicy meat dishes.
| Appellation | Summerland, BC |
| Varietals | Pinot Meunier |
| Alcohol | 14.5% |
| Total Acid | 6.0 g/l |
| Wine Ph | 3.87 |
| Residual Sugar | 1.0 g/l |
| Aged | French Oak 6 months |
2010 Sauvignon Blanc/Chardonnay
A rare blending of two delightful wines brings out the finest traits of each. Herbaceous nose followed by zesty flavours of grapefruit and green olive with a hint of mineral and brisk acidity.
Food Pairings
Serve with appetizers, fish and poultry.
Serve with appetizers, fish and poultry.
| Appellation | Summerland, BC |
| Varietals | SauvBlanc, Chardonnay |
| Alcohol | 14.2% |
| Total Acid | 8.6 g/l |
| Wine Ph | 3.45 |
| Residual Sugar | 14 g/l |
| Aged | n/a |
2009 Diosa
A rich, pure Chardonnay with a silky quality on your palate. Apple, pear and melon tantalize your taste buds.
Food Pairings
This special wine goes with dessert, cheeses and especially with chocolate of all types.
This special wine goes with dessert, cheeses and especially with chocolate of all types.
| Appellation | Summerland, BC |
| Varietals | Chardonnay |
| Alcohol | 13.9% |
| Total Acid | 6.3 g/l |
| Wine Ph | 3.53 |
| Residual Sugar | 25 g/l |
| Aged | n/a |
2010 Rosé
Our Rosé has aromas and flavours of rich strawberries, grapefruit and sweet cherries. The blending of Gamay, Merlot, Pinot Noir and Syrah grapes has created a delicious after-dinner offering.
Food Pairings
This wine can also be enjoyed with dessert, cheese or as a sipping wine with friends.
This wine can also be enjoyed with dessert, cheese or as a sipping wine with friends.
| Appellation | Summerland, BC |
| Varietals | Pinot Noir, Merlot, Gamay, Syrah |
| Alcohol | 12.8% |
| Total Acid | 9.2 g/l |
| Wine Ph | 3.36 |
| Residual Sugar | 25 g/l |
| Aged | n/a |
