_Ice Wine - VQA quality juice (seasonal)
_Vidal, Cabernet Franc, Riesling and Gewurztraminer are left on the vines
which are netted to prevent birds feeding on them. They are then picked
in December/January at minimum -8 degree Celsius. Yields are low when
compared to grapes harvested in fall for table wines. Dehydration of the
grapes and temperature at pressing determine final sugar Brix level. In
order to meet VQA standard, minimum of 35 degree brix must be met.
Fermentation takes place at a cooler temperature and often takes a long time to finish. The standard finished alcohol lever is between 10 - 12% which is customizable to customer's preference.
At Winelicious, combined with our expertise skills and top-notch quality of juice, we are confident that you will be extremely happy with the finishd wine at a very good price point compared to LCBO.
We take pre-orders only which ends at mid-december every year.
Fermentation takes place at a cooler temperature and often takes a long time to finish. The standard finished alcohol lever is between 10 - 12% which is customizable to customer's preference.
At Winelicious, combined with our expertise skills and top-notch quality of juice, we are confident that you will be extremely happy with the finishd wine at a very good price point compared to LCBO.
We take pre-orders only which ends at mid-december every year.
Ice Wine Style (all year-round)
We offer 8 styles here at Winelicious.
Cru Speciality Niagara Vidal Ice Wine Style - 6 Weeks, great with oak
This nectar is full of peach and tropical fruit with a perfectly balanced, honey-like sweetness.
Cru Speciality Riesling Ice Wine Style - 6 Weeks, Intense & Pear
A must for every wine cellar, Icewine is the perfect end to any meal and a great addition to your favourite cocktails. Riesling’s acidity adds the perfect balance to the intense sweetness. Sinfully delicious with intense apricots, apples and pears on the nose, following through to tempting flavours of honey and lychee that linger on the palate. The perfect finish to any meal, pair this nectar with strong cheeses, custard desserts or foie gras.
Cru Speciality Cabernet Franc Ice Wine Style - 6 Weeks, Intense & Apricot
Its glistening ruby red colour will catch your eye while its nose promises a mouth watering experience. Your palate will be overcome with flavours of sweet and tart red berries and apricots. A lingering honey finish will have you craving more. The rich berry flavours will pair perfectly with chocolate covered strawberries or your favourite dark chocolate dessert.
Selection Spéciale Riesling Icewine Style - 6 Weeks, Smooth & Lychee
Prized as a unique sweet wine specialty, our Icewine - based on Riesling grapes - will surprise you with its body and complexity. Served chilled, this golden nectar should be sipped slowly to cherish its special charms.
Selection Spéciale Cabernet Franc Icewine Style - 6 Weeks, Smooth & Plumb
Prized as a unique sweet wine specialty, our Icewine - based on Cabernet Franc grapes - will surprise you with its body and complexity. Served chilled, this golden nectar should be sipped slowly to cherish its special charms.
Specialty Dessert Gewürztraminer Dessert Wine - 6 Weeks, Floral & Honey
Gewürztraminer grapes from Washington's Yakima Valley burst with spice, exotic lychee aromas and richly intense flavours. A rare sensory experience.
Fontana Speciality Riesling Ice Wine Style - 6 Weeks, Simple and Clean
Ice wine is a very late harvest wine. Med-full bodied, with long lingering finishes and a refreshing sweetness balanced by high acidity. They are generally very fruity. Serve after dinner with cheese or light dessert.
Fontana Speciality Cabernet Franc Ice Wine Style - 6 Weeks, Intense Sweet & Full-body
Ice wine is a very late harvest wine. Med-full bodied, with long lingering finishes and a refreshing sweetness balanced by high acidity. They are generally very fruity. Serve after dinner with cheese or light dessert.
Vino Del Vida Riesling Ice Wine Style - 4 Weeks, Light & Crisp
A rich, sweet dessert wine with a luscious, apricot-peach aroma and smooth, honeyed-fruit flavour.
Cru Speciality Niagara Vidal Ice Wine Style - 6 Weeks, great with oak
This nectar is full of peach and tropical fruit with a perfectly balanced, honey-like sweetness.
Cru Speciality Riesling Ice Wine Style - 6 Weeks, Intense & Pear
A must for every wine cellar, Icewine is the perfect end to any meal and a great addition to your favourite cocktails. Riesling’s acidity adds the perfect balance to the intense sweetness. Sinfully delicious with intense apricots, apples and pears on the nose, following through to tempting flavours of honey and lychee that linger on the palate. The perfect finish to any meal, pair this nectar with strong cheeses, custard desserts or foie gras.
Cru Speciality Cabernet Franc Ice Wine Style - 6 Weeks, Intense & Apricot
Its glistening ruby red colour will catch your eye while its nose promises a mouth watering experience. Your palate will be overcome with flavours of sweet and tart red berries and apricots. A lingering honey finish will have you craving more. The rich berry flavours will pair perfectly with chocolate covered strawberries or your favourite dark chocolate dessert.
Selection Spéciale Riesling Icewine Style - 6 Weeks, Smooth & Lychee
Prized as a unique sweet wine specialty, our Icewine - based on Riesling grapes - will surprise you with its body and complexity. Served chilled, this golden nectar should be sipped slowly to cherish its special charms.
Selection Spéciale Cabernet Franc Icewine Style - 6 Weeks, Smooth & Plumb
Prized as a unique sweet wine specialty, our Icewine - based on Cabernet Franc grapes - will surprise you with its body and complexity. Served chilled, this golden nectar should be sipped slowly to cherish its special charms.
Specialty Dessert Gewürztraminer Dessert Wine - 6 Weeks, Floral & Honey
Gewürztraminer grapes from Washington's Yakima Valley burst with spice, exotic lychee aromas and richly intense flavours. A rare sensory experience.
Fontana Speciality Riesling Ice Wine Style - 6 Weeks, Simple and Clean
Ice wine is a very late harvest wine. Med-full bodied, with long lingering finishes and a refreshing sweetness balanced by high acidity. They are generally very fruity. Serve after dinner with cheese or light dessert.
Fontana Speciality Cabernet Franc Ice Wine Style - 6 Weeks, Intense Sweet & Full-body
Ice wine is a very late harvest wine. Med-full bodied, with long lingering finishes and a refreshing sweetness balanced by high acidity. They are generally very fruity. Serve after dinner with cheese or light dessert.
Vino Del Vida Riesling Ice Wine Style - 4 Weeks, Light & Crisp
A rich, sweet dessert wine with a luscious, apricot-peach aroma and smooth, honeyed-fruit flavour.