#FavouriteThings Holiday Gift Suggestions | Culmina Family Estate Winery

Iconic Wines – 2 Bottle Gift

2017 Hypothesis

Bordeaux-style blend

Cassis, sweet tobacco, and wild sage aromatics greet your nose with notes of rose petals and Bing cherry. This complex bouquet hints at the intricacies of the palate with fresh juniper, black plum, and dark chocolate. The finish is both long and mouthwatering balancing sweet fruits and oak spice.

2018 Dilemma

A well-balanced palate provides savoury, rich notes of brioche, toasted almonds and roasted chestnuts complimented by lively acidity.

VINEYARD SOURCE
100% estate-grown Chardonnay from Margaret’s Bench

WINEMAKING
Fermented in 30% Stainless Steel, 30% new French Oak, and 40% 1-2 yr old French Oak

TASTING NOTE
An expressive nose displays ample amounts of bright pineapple, lemon curd and citrus notes with hints of chamomile. A well-balanced palate provides savoury, rich notes of brioche, toasted almonds and roasted chestnuts complimented by lively acidity. Dilemma’s interplay of richness and liveliness provides the structure for a long and intriguing finish.

FOOD PAIRING
Ricotta gnudi with spring vegetables and smoked steelhead trout

$90.00 available online

Iconic Wines – 3 Bottle Gift

2017 Hypothesis

Bordeaux-style blend

Cassis, sweet tobacco, and wild sage aromatics greet your nose with notes of rose petals and Bing cherry. This complex bouquet hints at the intricacies of the palate with fresh juniper, black plum, and dark chocolate. The finish is both long and mouthwatering balancing sweet fruits and oak spice.

2018 Cabernet Sauvignon

A classic expression of Cabernet Sauvignon with aromas of ripe blackberry, cassis complimented by well integrated oak spice. The refined palate is mouth-coating with a supple texture. Flavours of black currant, clove nd cocoa powder build in intensity throughout the long finish.

VINEYARD SOURCE
100% estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon from Arise Bench.

WINEMAKING
Matured for 16 months in a combination of new (25%) and 2-3 year-old (75%) French oak barrels.

TASTING NOTE

Rich cassis and black cherry notes are layered with cigar box, black pepper and cedar aromatics. The structured palate balances fine-grained tannins with generous dark fruits and cloves. Classically -styled and elegant, the finish balances power and finesse.

FOOD PAIRING
Rosemary, sage and mint crusted lamb loin with charred shishito peppers

2018 Dilemma

A well-balanced palate provides savoury, rich notes of brioche, toasted almonds and roasted chestnuts complimented by lively acidity.

VINEYARD SOURCE
100% estate-grown Chardonnay from Margaret’s Bench

WINEMAKING
Fermented in 30% Stainless Steel, 30% new French Oak, and 40% 1-2 yr old French Oak

TASTING NOTE
An expressive nose displays ample amounts of bright pineapple, lemon curd and citrus notes with hints of chamomile. A well-balanced palate provides savoury, rich notes of brioche, toasted almonds and roasted chestnuts complimented by lively acidity. Dilemma’s interplay of richness and liveliness provides the structure for a long and intriguing finish.

FOOD PAIRING
Ricotta gnudi with spring vegetables and smoked steelhead trout

$130.00 available online

Our Winemaking Philosophy

A love and appreciation for the craft of making fine wine underscores every detail at Culmina Family Estate Winery and is embedded in all that we do, from the vineyard to the cellar.

Our winemaking philosophy revolves around two principles: gentle handling of fruit and minimal intervention of wine. We employ a combination of traditional practices and leading-edge technologies to preserve the beautiful, natural character of our wines.

Information courtesy of the winery. Images: MyVanCity. I received complimentary wine to facilitate this feature.