Vintages New Release Collection – June 21, 2025

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CANADA – RED WINE ONTARIO

CANADA – ROSÉ WINE ONTARIO FLAT ROCK PINK TWISTED ROSÉ 2024 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, sustainable The 2024 Twisted Rosé has plentiful ripe straw- berry, raspberry, apple and citrus. Pair this tangy, zesty, vibrant, fun, food-friendly wine with spicy sushi, salmon, or a platter of grilled summer veggies. Soft & Off-dry 39974 (D) 750 mL $17.95 1

CLOUDSLEY END OF THE ROAD VINEYARD PINOT NOIR 2020 6 VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment

... It starts with a floral note of violets and then penetrating red berries, Pinot perfume, brambly accents and lovely integrated spices. There’s more substance on the palate with earthy/savoury red berries, good structure and ripe tannins, a touch of cassis, elegant spice notes and a long, bright finish. Can cellar this 8+ years. A cool addition to the lineup. Score: 93 (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara. com, June 20, 2023) Medium-bodied & Fruity 45184 (XD) 750 mL $49.95 2

THIRTY BENCH SMALL LOT ROSÉ 2024 6 VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, sustainable

CREW GRAND CREW 2021 6 VQA Lake Erie North Shore (Colchester Ridge Estate Winery)

This Cabernet Franc rosé is a lively, refreshing expression of the Beamsville Bench that offers up a host of complex ripe red berry, rhubarb, apple, watermelon and spice. Fun and serious in one, it’s great for outdoor dining and will pour well with barbecued seafood, summer salads, or vegetarian pasta dishes. Easygoing & Fruity 45182 (XD) 750 mL $32.00 1

This carefully selected blend of American- and French-barrel-aged Cabernet Sauvignon is struc- tured and rugged without sacrificing its lithe, lifted character. It shows raspberry, cherry, cedar, vanilla, spice, smoke, and a hint of coffee. Medium-bodied & Fruity 34904 (D) 750 mL $34.95 2

FEATHERSTONE RESERVE CABERNET FRANC 2021 6

WESTCOTT PINOT NOIR ROSÉ 2024 6 VQA Vinemount Ridge, Niagara Peninsula, sustainble Perfect for summer dining and entertaining, this 100% Pinot Noir is buoyant, bold and fresh, with well-framed cranberry, citrus, strawberry, raspberry and cherry. Dynamic and versatile, it will be an easy add to any meal; grilled salmon or grilled squash-and-mushroom kebabs come to mind. Easygoing & Fruity 38227 (XD) 750 mL $21.95 1

VQA Niagara Peninsula, sustainable, vegan Cabernet Franc is a bit of a Niagara specialty, and Featherstone are particularly adept at coaxing the very best from the grape. This 2021 is filled with red and black berries, with savoury herbs, anise, cassis, spice, and a smoky finish. Drinking well now, it has the potential to evolve into the early 2030s. Try it with grilled ribs or a lentil Salisbury steak. Medium-bodied & Fruity 38301 (XD) 750 mL $29.95 2

SATURDAY, JUNE 21, 2025 VINTAGES 35