Another one from the Vintages Taste Ontario event. I’ve been impressed with a number of Cab/Syrah blends from Niagara. The Gretzky one, and the Kacaba one for example. This one is 65% Cab Sauv, 29% Syrah and 6% Cab Franc. Dark in color with a nice dark berry nose. On the mid pallet the wine matches the nose with lovely black berries dominant. This is a big bold wine in the mouth! On the finish the wine has some nice pepper and some tannins. I would give it a solid 89-90. It’s $24.95 a bottle.
On behalf of Brett Mr CWG and myself I want to wish you all a happy Thanksgiving. May your glass be filled with great wine, your plates with great food and your home with lots of family and friends!We have lots to be thankful for!
The 2008 is in the LCBO:
FIELDING CABERNET/SYRAH 2008 VINTAGES 258657 | 750 mL bottle Price: $ 24.95
Made in: Ontario, Canada By: Fielding Estate Winery
Release Date: Dec 10, 2011
13.0% Alcohol/Vol.
Sweetness Descriptor: XD – Extra Dry
Description
TASTING NOTE: This blend of 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Syrah and 19% Cabernet Franc introduces itself with a delicious suggestion of coffee, followed by cherry, blueberry, cassis, spice and oak aromas. The palate is dry, medium bodied with good weight and mouthfeel. Well-integrated, balanced tannins and acidity work very well with the satisfying fruit core. Spice-edged finish shows good complexity. (Vintages panel, Feb. 2011)
