Vanessa Vineyard Viognier, 2018
Platinum – Wine Press Northwest Platinum Competition, 2019
Platinum – Wine Press Northwest Platinum Competition, 2019
Gold – BC Lieutenant Governor’s Wine Awards, 2019
Silver – Los Angeles International Wine Competition, 2019
91 points- A lovely, medium-bodied BC rosé with racy acidity for seafood. Made from 67% Merlot and 33% Syrah. Aromas of cranberry, cherry and orange zest. Pairs well with seared tuna or grilled veggies.
B+ – Featuring a remarkably paler shade of pink than previous vintages — in fact it’s an engaging light rose, a kind of kiss of sunset blush colour — Vanessa Vineyard’s new vintage of rosé beckons with red berry fruit and a healthy herby hit. This is a leaner style pink wine overall, with a tart entry and a lick of spice followed by a good and fresh twang of a finish — testament to the Similkameen Valley, estate-grown Syrah and Merlot. This is an elegant rosé, put a tablecloth on the picnic table and serve alongside fish tacos or grilled halibut. Sassy yet elegant rosé.
Silver – Best of Varietal Wine Awards, 2019
Gold – Cascadia International Wine Competition, 2019
Silver – Pacific Rim Wine Competition, 2019