“In this series we bring you our #FavouriteThings Holiday Gift Suggestions which we personally recommend”
We are big fans of the wines from Okanagan Falls which is one of the reasons we are excited to bring you the wines from Bonamici Cellars. Another member of The Heart of Wine Country ™.
These special “boutique” style wineries make some wonderful wines. Each winery has their own specialty and style. We hope you are enjoying this travel through Okanagan Falls.
With the holidays fast approaching we are again bringing you our #FavouriteThings Holiday Gift Suggestions. So there are no excuses for an empty stocking or gift for all the wine lovers on your list, just don’t forget to gift yourself too.
Here is a specially curated selection from Bonamici Cellars.
DISCOVER BONAMICI
The Journey begins with a wonderful Italian tradition and passion for celebrating life with great wine and food with family & friends. Hand-crafted.
2022 INSIEME
LA FAMIGLIA COLLECTION
Okanagan Falls – Osoyoos – Estate Grown
Wine Profile
A wonderful blend of Sauvignon Blanc & Viognier grapes coming together to create this beautifully complex white wine with aromas & flavours of passionfruit, citrus and green apple.
Tasting Notes
An aromatic white wine bursting with aromas of passionfruit, citrus zest, pears and a hint of floral notes. On the the palate you will enjoy flavours of peach and green apple with hints of grassiness and vanilla / buterscotch with a nice minerality and crsip, dry balanced finish.
Food Pairings
Pairs best with seafood dishes, grilled chicken and summer salads.
Vintage
2022
Varietal
Sauvignon Blanc
Appellation
Okanagan
LIMITED PRODUCTION – 90 CS.
2020 BELVIAGGIO Red Blend
SUPER TUSCAN
Rolling Hills Vineyard, Okanagan Falls – Sub Appellation.
Wine Profile
Rich with aromas of black currant, violet, peppery notes, blueberry, plum and anise. On the palate – subtle hints of sour cherry, raspberries,
anise and caramel with silky smooth tannins. Pairs well with beef tenderloin, short ribs, rack of lamb or pasta and meatballs in a rich tomato sauce.
Tasting Notes
A blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Syrah and Sangiovese grape varietals creating this wonderfully unique, bold complex and rich red wine. Aromas of black currant, Violet, peppery notes, blueberry, plum and anise. On the palate, subtle hints of sour cherry, raspberries, anise and caramel.
Food Pairings
Great with beef tenderloin, short ribs or Italian cured meats and artisanal cheeses.
Vintage
2020
Varietal
Syrah (32%) Cab Franc (25%) Merlot (25%) Sangiovese (18%)
Appellation
Okanagan
DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL – ALL CANADIAN WINE CHAMPIONSHIP
2021 BARBERA
LA FAMIGLIA COLLECTION
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
This fruit forward, medium bodied red wine with beautiful aromas and flavours of raspberry, sour cherry, black currant and Italian plums. Bright fruit expression with nice acidity and light tannins.
Pairings
Pairs well with charcutterie, grilled vegetables layered with goat’s cheese or grilled beef with a mushroom risotto.
Vintage
2021
Varietal
Barbera
Appellation
Okanagan Falls
LIMITED PRODUCTION – 110 CS.
2021 PINOT NERO
LA FAMIGLIA COLLECTION
TASTING NOTES
A wonderfully complex, medium bodied red wine with beautiful aromas of cherry and plum with hints of cinnamon and vanilla. Vibrant flavours of cherry and raspberry with lingering flavours of vanilla and cedar nicely balanced with good acidity and silky tannins.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Pairs beautifully with grilled salmon, roast chicken, mushroom risotto or Cave-aged Gruyere.
Vintage
2021
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Appellation
Okanagan Falls
LIMITED PRODUCTION – 105 CS.
