No. 99 Club: June 2020

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Here’s one to buy

Wayne Gretzky Estates Rosé 2019

$16.95 /750 ML

This Rosé is a blend of 75% Pinot Noir, 15% Pinot Grigio, 8% Gamay Noir with just a splash of Syrah and Pinot Meunier.

This wine is smooth and refreshing with notes of peach, wild strawberry, pink grapefruit, and a touch of spring flowers.

Serve chilled alongside Margherita pizza, tapas, Greek salads, feta bruschetta and turkey with cranberry sauce.

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WINEMAKER’S NOTEBOOK We’ve been scouting the vineyards weekly and reporting back with anything that needs to be taken care of. This can include leaf removal, shoot removal, bunch thinning or general tidying with shoot positioning. Scouting is an important aspect of vineyard maintenance which results in a lot of preemptive treatments to ensure our vines are healthy and the fruit they yield will be top notch.

We also take the time to think about the upcoming harvest and how we’ll approach this vintage based on how the season is developing. The vineyards are a great spot to gather inspiration!

COZY CANADA DAY AT HOME

Wayne Gretzky Estates Baco Noir 2018 $15.95/750 ML

ORIGIN: STYLE: ALCOHOL:

VQA Ontario Medium-bodied and food-friendly 12%

Winemaker’s notes: Harvested from the vineyards of the Niagara Peninsula, the Baco Noir grapes went through traditional red wine making, subtle oak integration (French, Hungarian and American) and a full malolactic fermentation to create a fruit-forward, easy-drinking wine.

Flavour profile: Vibrant and youthful bright purple in colour, the bouquet expresses notes of spiced blue plum, blueberry preserves and smoke. Fruity fl avours of ripe dark fruits, black currant, blackberry and sweet spice notes linger on the juicy smooth finish.

Best served: Serve at a cool room temperature of 15 to 17°C. Drink while young and fresh alongside a wide variety of dishes such as pulled pork on a bun; saucy ribs; gourmet burgers; Mexican mole sauce on chicken or lightly spiced chili.

Celebrations look a little bit different this year. We may not be able host a Canada Day party, but we can still celebrate our love for this country in style! Here are some ideas for hosting a physically distanced shindig.

Serve Red & White

Dial Into a Great Playlist

Keep a bottle of Wayne’s favourite Pinot Grigio in the fridge for a refreshing choice, or pair your Baco Noir with some classic BBQ fare such as gourmet burgers, skewers and steaks.

Today’s music apps make it easier than ever to set the scene for patio lounging with a stellar Canadiana soundtrack. Some great options to shuffle through include Spotify’s “Canadian Weekend”, Apple Music’s “Canadian Classic Rock”, or one of Amazon Music’s “Made in Canada” picks.

Support Local Order a takeout meal from your favorite restaurant to enjoy on the patio or stop at a roadside produce stand or farmers market and create your own locally-inspired meal. Don’t forget to call in a curbside pick-up order from our family of wineries and enjoy an ice-cold Wayne Gretzky Estates beer, glass of wine or craft cocktail.

Add Some Punch Stirring up a pitcher of a wine-based punch is a great way to kick-off your festivities. For a fun take on the classic Mojito, pour a 750-ml bottle of Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling or Pinot Grigio into a pitcher and add 2 cups of Italian sparkling lemonade, the juice of two limes and a generous handful of freshly chopped mint. Pour into ice-filled glasses and garnish with a lime slice and mint leaves.

Deck Out Your Space Visit our retail stores and enjoy 20% off patio accessories like glassware, tableware, picnic baskets, cookbooks, bitters, syrups and more.

Wayne Gretzky Estates Riesling 2019 $14.95/750 ML

ORIGIN: STYLE: ALCOHOL:

VQA Niagara Peninsula Off-dry and refreshing 11%

Winemaker’s notes: Harvested from vineyards in the Niagara Peninsula, these Riesling grapes were chosen for their varietal character and pure fruit fl avours.

A gentle pressing and a cool fermentation preserved the bright and expressive aromatics. The fermentation is stopped at a point of balance to produce a wine with refreshing acidity and a juicy finish.

Flavour profile: Clear and bright with a fresh aroma of peach, tangerine, yellow apple and summer fl owers. Wonderful fl avours of juicy citrus and stone fruits dance on the palate. Tangerine, peach and tropical fruit notes linger on the finish.

A perfect balance of sweetness and refreshing acidity.

Best served: Serve chilled at 10 to 12°C as a fabulous sipping wine 365 days a year.

Drink while young and vibrant with grilled seafood; lightly spiced curry dishes; barbecued ribs or marmalade glazed baked ham.