Taste Canada - Prowein 2022

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TASTE CANADA | PROWEIN 2022 Wine Growers British Columbia, the Wine Marketing Association of Ontario and Wine Growers Nova Scotia invite you to Taste Canada at ProWein 2022. We encourage you to explore a stunning selection of cool climate wines from Canada’s three primary wine-growing regions.

Wine Growers British Columbia, the Wine Marketing Association and Wine Growers Nova Scotia and their wineries are thankful for support from the Government of British Columbia, Government of Ontario, Government of Nova Scotia and the Government of Canada.

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canada on the world map CANADA ON THE WORLD MAP

50ºN British Columbia, CANADA

Quebec, CANADA

OREGON

FRANCE ITALY

Nova Scotia, CANADA

CALIFORNIA

SPAIN

Ontario, CANADA

PORTUGAL

30ºN

Canada’s wine regions are primarily located between 41° and 50° North, similar to many acclaimed wine regions in the world. Ontario’s characteristic limestone bedrock and its proximity to the Great Lakes make for wines with exceptional fruit and balanced acidity. Meanwhile, the coastal breezes and cooler climate of Nova Scotia create fresh and crisp whites, with characteristic minerality. British Columbia has the unique combination of extreme heat and cold that results in intense fruitdriven, fresh and structured wines.

Niagara (Ontario) Gaspereau Valley (Nova Scotia) Osoyoos (British Columbia)

The Growth Cycle | Bloom (June 10 - 18) to Harvest (October - November) matches other wine regions of the world, with 100 to 112 days.

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CANADIAN ICEWINE Since the early 1990s Canada has been internationally known for the consistent quality of its Icewine. Produced in every Canadian wine producing region, Ontario produces over 90% of this delicious and quintessentially Canadian product which is made from grapes that have been naturally frozen on the vine. Winter temperatures and freezing concentrate the sugar, acid and berry extracts in the grape, resulting in highly concentrated flavours and the complex intensity for which Canadian Icewines are known. Icewine is primarily produced from Vidal, Riesling and Cabernet Franc.

BEYOND ICEWINE While Canada continues to be proud of its Icewine story, it is quickly becoming discovered for the quality of its table and sparkling wines. Each of Canada’s wine regions have unique growing conditions that allow key varieties to shine and be expressive of their place of origin.

BRITISH COLUMBIA

Vancouver

NOVA SCOTIA

ONTARIO

Halifax Ottawa

CANADA’s PRIMARY WINE REGIONS

Toronto

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BRITISH COLUMBIA • 48°- 51°N Latitude • Acres: 11,000+ • 280+ wineries

KEY VARIETIES • Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Blanc, Viognier, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Shiraz/Syrah, Gamay Noir

THE WINES OF BRITISH COLUMBIA 9 Designated Viticultural Areas (DVAs) Vancouver Island (+ 1 sub-appellation), Gulf Islands, Fraser Valley, Similkameen Valley, Okanagan Valley (+ 5 subappellations), Lillooet, Thompson Valley, Shuswap, Kootenays.

Mountainsides, oceans, lakes and the only classified desert in Canada combine to create diverse climates that produce a wide variety of grapes. Primarily vitis vinifera. Top planted whites: Pinot Gris & Chardonnay. Top planted reds: Merlot & Pinot Noir.

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WINERIES IN BRITISH COLUMBIA ARTERRA WINES CANADA Okanagan Valley Randy.Dufour@arterracanada.com Beth.campbell@arterracanada.com www.arterracanada.com

Seeking agents.

Jackson-Triggs Grand Reserve White Meritage, 2020 Black Sage Vineyards Shiraz, 2019 Culmina Family Estate Dilemma Chardonnay, 2017 Laughing Stock Vineyards Portfolio, 2019 See Ya Later Ranch Ping Meritage, 2019

BENCH 1775 WINERY Okanagan Valley info@bench1775.com www.bench1775.com

Distributor for Germany & the Netherlands: www.coastaldelightfooddrinks.com info@coastaldelightfooddrinks.com Seeking distributors and retailers for Belgium, Switzerland & the UK.

Bench 1775 Pinot Noir, 2019 Bench 1775 Sauvignon Blanc, 2019 Bench 1775 Merlot, 2016 Whistler Riesling Icewine, 2019 Bench 1775 Cabernet Franc Malbec, 2017

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WINERIES IN BRITISH COLUMBIA ICONIC WINERIES OF BRITISH COLUMBIA Okanagan Valley gnordin@iconicwineries.com www.iconicwineriesbc.com

Agent in UK: www.bibendum-wine.co.uk

Mission Hill Family Estate Reserve Chardonnay, 2020 Mission Hill Family Estate Reserve Meritage, 2020 Mission Hill Family Estate Compendium, 2017 CheckMate Artisanal Winery Attack Chardonnay, 2018 CheckMate Artisanal Winery Opening Gambit Merlot, 2018

PHANTOM CREEK ESTATES Okanagan Valley IScromeda@PhantomCreekEstates.com www.phantomcreekestates.com

Seeking agents.

Riesling, 2019 Pinot Gris, 2019 Petite Cuvée, 2019 Kobau Vineyard Syrah, 2018 Becker Vineyard Cuvée, 2018

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WINERIES IN BRITISH COLUMBIA POPLAR GROVE WINERY Okanagan Valley wine@poplargrove.ca www.poplargrove.ca

Seeking agents.

Pinot Gris, 2020 Merlot, 2018 Syrah, 2018 Cabernet Franc, 2018 The Legacy, 2017

STAG’S HOLLOW WINERY Okanagan Valley info@stagshollowwinery.com www.stagshollowwinery.com

Seeking agents.

Albariño, Shuttleworth Creek Vineyard, 2020 Dolcetto, Shuttleworth Creek Vineyard, 2018 Pinot Noir, Shuttleworth Creek Vineyard, 2019 Syrah, Amalia Vineyard, 2019 Renaissance Merlot, Stag’s Hollow Vineyard, 2019

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THE WINES OF ONTARIO ONTARIO • • • •

41°- 44°N Latitude Acres: 17,000+ GDD 1,250 – 1,500 185+ VQA wineries

KEY VARIETIES • Chardonnay, Riesling, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Gamay Noir

3 Designated Viticultural Areas (DVAs) Niagara Peninsula (+ 10 sub-appellations), Prince Edward County, Lake Erie North Shore (+ 1 sub-appellation) Latitude, lakes and limestone define this region. Ontario’s appellations all enjoy the moderating effect of the Great Lake breezes creating the perfect environment for cool climate grape growing. Primarily vitis vinifera with a focus on the core varieties of Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc. Over 100 wineries now produce sparkling wine.

vqawinesofontario.ca winecountryontario.ca

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WINERIES IN ONTARIO ARTERRA WINES CANADA Niagara Peninsula Randy.Dufour@arterracanada.com beth.campbell@arterracanada.com www.arterracanada.com

Seeking Import Partners.

Inniskillin Gold Vidal Icewine, 2018 Inniskillin Riesling Icewine, 2019 Inniskillin Cabernet Franc Icewine, 2019 Jackson-Triggs Grand Reserve Entourage Brut, 2017 Le Clos Jordanne Le Grand Clos Chardonnay, 2019

HENRY OF PELHAM FAMILY ESTATE Niagara Peninsula winery@henryofpelham.com www.henryofpelham.com

Agent in Germany: www.restaurants-dresden.de Agent in Finland, Sweden & Norway: www.solerabeveragegroup.com Agent in Denmark: www.korsholm-vin.dk Agent in United Kingdom: www.winerascals.com Agent in Ireland: www.febvrewines.ie Agent in Belgium: www.globalwineries.com Seeking importers/agents in Hong Kong, USA, Australia, South Africa

Old Vines Baco Noir, 2020 Speck Family Reserve Chardonnay, 2020 Speck Family Reserve Baco Noir, 2020 Speck Family Reserve Riesling, 2020 Speck Family Reserve Pinot Noir, 2020 PROWEIN 2022 |

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WINERIES IN ONTARIO LAKEVIEW WINE CO. Niagara-on-the-Lake ptoms@diamondwines.com www.diamondestates.ca

Agent in EU: www.wine-in-motion.com

Lakeview Cellars Vidal Icewine, 2019 Lakeview Cellars Cabernet Franc Icewine, 2017 Lakeview Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon, 2017 Lakeview Cellars Sauvignon Blanc, 2019 Serenity Pinot Noir Rosé, 2020

NORMAN HARDIE WINERY & VINEYARD Prince Edward County norm@normanhardie.com normanhardie.com

Seeking agents.

County Pinot Noir, 2019 County Chardonnay, 2019 Riesling, 2017 Cabernet Franc, 2020 County Chardonnay, 2017

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WINERIES IN ONTARIO PELEE ISLAND WINERY Lake Erie North Shore inquiries@peleeisland.com www.peleeisland.com

Seeking agents.

Vinedressers Pinot Noir, 2018 Vinedressers Cabernet Sauvignon, 2018 JS Hamilton Red, 2019 JS Hamilton White, 2017 Vidal Icewine, 2017

PILLITTERI ESTATES WINERY Niagara-on-the-Lake jared@pillitteri.com www.pillitteri.com

Agent in EU: www.wine-in-motion.com

Market Collection Vidal Light, 2020 Carretto Gewurztraminer Riesling, 2020 Carretto Cabernet Merlot, 2017 Exclamation Cabernet Franc, 2015 Reserve Vidal Icewine, 2016

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WINERIES IN ONTARIO STRATUS VINEYARDS Niagara-on-the-Lake export@stratuswines.com www.stratuswines.com

Agent in USA: www.specialtycellars.com Agent in Japan & Singapore: www.heavenlyvines.com Agent in UK: www.bibendum-wine.co.uk Agent in Belgium: www.vinetiq.eu

Charles Baker Picone Vineyard Riesling, 2019 Stratus White, 2019 Stratus Red, 2019 Stratus Cabernet Franc, 2019 Stratus Riesling Icewine, 2020

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THE WINES OF NOVA SCOTIA NOVA SCOTIA • 44°- 46°N Latitude • Acres: 1,000+ • 20+ wineries

A great wine harnesses the soil, the climate, and the surrounding landscape to craft an incredible taste that reminds you of the place it was grown. In Nova Scotia, our vineyards are never more than 20km from the ocean, and the vines grow in the remains of an

KEY VARIETIES • L’Acadie, Chardonnay, NY Muscat, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Leon Millot, Baco Noir, and Marechal Foch

ancient seabed. Having the World’s highest tides, a mixture of sandstone and slate soil and being surrounded by large bodies of water all contribute to a unique yet ideal

WINE REGIONS

viticultural climate.

• Avon River Valley

Major varieties are L’Acadie, Chardonnay,

• Malagash Peninsula

NY Muscat, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Leon Millot,

• LaHave River Valley

Baco Noir, and Marechal Foch..

• Annapolis Valley

• Bear River Valley

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WINERIES IN NOVA SCOTIA LIGHTFOOT & WOLFVILLE VINEYARDS Nova Scotia wines@benjaminbridge.com www.benjaminbridge.com

Agent in Sweden, Norway, Finland: www.granqvistbev.com rikard.wallander@granqvistbev.com Agent in England: www.friarwood.com info@friarwood.com

Brut, 2016 L&W Rosé, 2020 Tidal Bay, 2020 Ancienne Chardonnay, 2018 Kekfrankos, 2020

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NOTES

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MEDIA INQUIRIES BRITISH COLUMBIA Laura Kittmer Wine Growers British Columbia +1-250-317-8688 lkittmer@winebc.com

ONTARIO Magdalena Kaiser Wine Marketing Association of Ontario for VQA Wines of Ontario / Wine Country Ontario

INES OF CANADA

AT U R I N G –

+1-905-246-1922 magdalena@wmao.ca

NOVA SCOTIA Haley Brown Wine Growers Nova Scotia +1-902-292-4700 hbrown@winesofnovascotia.ca

Support funding and in-kind support for this project has been provided by Wine Growers British Columbia, Wine Marketing Association of Ontario, Wine Growers Nova Scotia, Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, and the Government of Canada via Global Affairs Canada and the Agriculture and Agri-food Canada’s Canadian Agricultural Partnership.

“Canada is on the verge of breaking out big time on the world wine map.”

- Ian D’Agata Senior Editor, Vinous and Acclaimed Author

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