This past January, consumers experimented with drinking in moderation and embracing the trend of Damp January. Consumers are expected to participate in Damp January this coming new year and Kim Crawford’s Illuminate collection could make it easy for friends to balance lifestyle habits with moments of togetherness. Illuminate is a selection of light-in-alcohol and low calorie wines, including a Sauvignon Blanc and a Rosé, that ensure there is an option for everyone in the friend group.
Illuminate features a lower ABV sitting at only 7 per cent, and still featuring the full flavour that Kim Crawford fans have come to know and love, giving wine enthusiasts the option to savour amazing while partaking moderately.
Kim Crawford Illuminate Sauvignon Blanc
Just as friendships light up our lives, the full flavoured, light-in-alcohol Illuminate Sauvignon Blanc features radiant notes of tropical fruit, citrus and herbs that will brighten taste buds.
New Zealand is at the forefront of lower-calorie, lower-alcohol wines. This one is produced using spinning cone distillation: a gentle process that doesn’t use pressure or high temperatures and so has less impact on the aroma and flavour of the final wine. This fresh, aromatic Savvy shows tropical fruit, citrus and herbs and is perfect for seafood. notes courtesy of the LCBO
Spinning Cone’ technology is used to reduce the alcohol from a portion of the base wine. This is a process of low vacuum distillation that can target removal of alcohol without impacting the aroma of the wine. The alcohol is reduced to below 1% on approximately 60% of the final volume, with 40% of the base blended back to achieve a final alcohol level of 7%. Lifted aromatics of passion fruit and guava, with some citrus notes. Elegant yet full flavoured, its crisp acidity is highlighted with a refreshing herbal and citrus finish. Only 70 calories and 3g carbs per 5 fl oz serving.
Sauvignon Blanc is Vibrant & Fruity
Examples of great pairings: Seafood Salad, Smoked Salmon, Oysters, Pasta with Cream or Mushroom Sauce, Baked White Fish in Butter Sauce, Soft-ripened cheese, Chicken Sandwich, Prawns, Scallops
notes courtesy of the BC Liquor Stores
ON $20.95 | BC $21.99 | AB $22.99
Kim Crawford Illuminate Rosé
Award-winning and iconic Kim Crawford Winery’s light-in-alcohol rosé features tones of watermelon, berries and flowers that evoke feelings of summer, even on a cold January day.
Tasting Notes: Award-winning and iconic Kim Crawford Winery introduces a lower alcohol rosé. Using ‘spinning cone’ technology, alcohol is lowered to 7% without compromising flavour! Enjoy tones of watermelon, berries and flowers. Pale pink with crisp acidity and a dry, elegant finish. You’ll love this with a summer salad. notes courtesy of the LCBO
A reduced alcohol (7% ABV) and reduced calorie wine (80 calories/serving). Pale pink in color with bright aromas of watermelon with berry fruit and floral notes. Crisp acidity and a dry finish. Ideal as an aperitif or Summer sipper. This easy drinking wine pairs perfectly with lighter salads.”
Rose Wine is Light & Juicy
Examples of great pairings: Mixed Bean Salad, Tuna Salad, Nicoise, Antipasto, Grilled Vegetables, Olives, Grilled Salmon, Roasted Quail, Roasted Squab, Roasted Pheasant, Sausages, Mixed Grill
Notes courtesy of BC Liquor Stores
ON $16.55 | BC $21.99 | AB SRP $22.49
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Information provided by Teagan Kelly, Media Profile. Tasting notes as indicated (in italics) Wine notes courtesy of the winery. Images: MyVanCity. I received complimentary wine to facilitate this feature.
