The nights are a little cooler now meaning the end of Summer is approaching. Time to break out the smoker and prepare for the Labour Day Steak, Burger or Ribfest. Here is a photo from last year’s BBQ and Merlot event to set the scene.
The Six Wines
Here is our recommended selection from the diverse BC wine palette!
Sperling Vineyards Organic Speritz 2018 ($22)
A light and lively sparkler with a natural fizz. Frothy mousse, perfumed roses, tropical fruit, pink grapefruit, candied lemon zest, mandarin orange and white peach. Only 7.9% Alcohol. To read more about Ann Sperling’s organic wines please see Sperling Vineyards New Releases.
Sit back, relax with this perfect patio sipping wine and enjoy the additional benefits of low alcohol. 90 Points.
Saxon Estate Pinot Grigio 2017 ($25)
A dry Pinot Grigio with an intense clear pale lemon colour. Citrus, apricot and pear aromas. On the palate tropical fruits, ripe red apple, white peach and Bosc pear with a hint of honey. A mouthwatering and lingering long finish. 90 points
Pairs beautifully with grilled halibut, spaghetti and pizza.
Black Market Omertà Rose´2018 ($22)
Fresh strawberries, watermelon, and orange characteristics while finishing off with a vibrant strawberry orange cream finish. There is a subtle bitterness that ends the drinking experience like a cymbal crash at the end of a Beethoven symphony. 91 Points.
The wine pairs well with Asian food, spicy rice dishes, shellfish, pasta, and salad dishes.
To read more about Rob Hammersley’s wines please see Black Market Wine’s New Releases
Nagging Doubt The Leap 2016 ($22.90)
43% Merlot, 38% Cabernet Franc and 19% Malbec and 14.3% alcohol.
A fabulous blueberry and blackberry aroma with lovely floral notes. The wine has great fresh juiciness to the taste from the Malbec with smooth tannins and a soft palate feel from the extra ageing. Flavours of black cherry, plum and blackberry. 93 Points
Perfect when paired with BBQ ribs or steak.
Castoro de Oro Merlot 2016
A big bold wine, full-bodied with a dense garnet red colour. Aromas of blueberry, black cherry and cocoa. On the palate, raisin, black fruit, stewed plum, dark chocolate and leather with a hint of nutmeg. Silky smooth tannins and a long finish. Ready to drink right now. This is an excellent value red. 93 Points
Paired with Tuscan Root Veggies and BBQ chicken.
No matter what your wine preference pick one of these excellent BC Wines and enjoy Labour Day.