2025 Lt Governor's Award for Excellence in Wine Recipient

2017 Vintage

This is a special, limited-production sparkling wine that showcases Nova Scotia’s coastal-influenced growing environment and its suitability for producing traditional-method sparkling wines of great distinction.

A blend of 42% Chardonnay, 42% Pinot Meunier and 16% Pinot Noir, this wine is modelled after a classic trio Champagne blend. Each grape variety brings different characteristics to the final cuvée. Chardonnay adds finesse, elegance and crisp acidity. Pinot Meunier contributes fruitiness, especially red-fruit flavours, soft florality, roundness and approachability. Pinot Noir gives body, structure and depth.

All grapes were sourced from our organic and biodynamic estate vineyards. The Chardonnay from the Lightfoot Home Farm in Wolfville and the Pinot varieties from the Oak Island Vineyard in Avonport. Extended lees ageing of 56 months provided layers of autolytic depth and ultra-fine bubbles.

TECHNICAL DETAILS:
Varietal Composition: 42% Chardonnay, 42% Pinot Meunier

& 16% Pinot Noir
Alcohol: 11.5%
pH: 3.2
Total Acidity: 8 g/L
Dosage: 10 g/L

Certification: Organic by Ecocert Canada & Biodynamic by Demeter Canada
Production: 362 cases (6 x 750 mL)

TASTING NOTES:

Pale yellow-gold in the glass with fine, persistent bubbles. On the nose, notes of sweet red apple skin and lemon brûlée are accented by savoury, sea brine undertones. Structured and balanced with persistent length.

Pairing suggestions include broiled white fish with beurre blanc and olive tapenade, boquerones, chicken piccata and gnocchi with brown butter and sage.
Service Temperature: 8-10°C
Recommended Drinking: 2023-2030

750 ml