This sparkling wine originates from the limestone-rich clay soil of the Beamsville Bench, a terrace of the Niagara Escarpment moderated throughout the year by on-shore breezes from nearby Lake Ontario. Fermented in the bottle entirely from the noble chardonnay grape, it was aged on its lees for 16 months prior to disgorging, resulting in a [...]
Sensory Profile: Stainless steel fermented and aged, this Chardonnay offers fresh floral and pineapple tones, supported by a Granny Smith apple like freshness on the palate. Serve with fresh catch or grilled vegetables.
Ageability: Enjoy now or be rewarded after 2-4 years cellar ageing.
Food Pairings: Serve lightly chilled with grilled or poached salmon with sorrel sauce; [...]
Cave Spring estate is nestled on a sheltered terrace of the Niagara Escarpment overlooking Lake Ontario, known as the Beamsville Bench. Its limestone-rich soils, gentle slope and exposure to moderated lake breezes combine to create wines which embody the highest commitment to quality and authenticity. Produced from Cave Spring Vineyard’s oldest, lowest-yielding vines, this wine give full expression to our region’s terroir.
This wine originates predominately from vines grown in clay till soils along the benchlands of the Niagara Escarpment. Vinified mainly in stainless steel to capture the crispness and acidity typical of this area, a touch of barrel ageing imparts richness and complexity.
