Konzelmann Estate Winery Tasting Notes

Tasting Notes Updated: July 16, 2013

2011 Canada WhiteTasting Notes:This uniquely bright varietal features a crisp, refreshing acidity, balancing sweetness and dazzling aromatics. Expect loads of citrus fruit and lychee on the nose, and a cleansing lemon / lime burst on the palate. Mouth watering acidity perfectly balances the wine’s sweetness, along with a cool wet-stone minerality.

Food Matches:Match this zesty Riesling with roast chicken, white fish, creamy lemon sauce and rich quiche.

11.5% alc./ vol. 750 mL $12.75 Retail

Grape Brix % Volume2011 Riesling 17.90 94.7%

2011 Sauvignon Blanc 22.80 5.3%

VQA Designation: Niagara Peninsula

Bottles Produced: 20827

Total Average Brix: 18.2 °

Tier: General List

Type: White Wine

Actual Alc.: 11.40% /vol.

Residual Sugar: 22.60 g/L

Sugar Code: (2)

2011 ChardonnayTasting Notes:An excellent drinking wine with fine balance, which has a fresh, fruity and delicate peach-pear flavour combined with a palatable crisp backbone of acidity.

Food Matches:The perfect companion to grilled salmon, and spiced pork tenderloin or cream sauce chicken dishes.

13% alc./ vol. 750 mL $11.95 Retail

Grape Brix % Volume2011 Chardonnay 22.10 100%




Tier: General List

Type: White Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2010 Chardonnay UnoakedTasting Notes:Banana, cantaloupe and a mild floral note make up the nose of this unoaked Chardonnay. Lighter, fresher and more crisp than its barrel aged counterpart, this wine possesses flavours of spicy pear and a mouth watering acidity.

Food Matches:Smooth, buttery foods will nicely balance this wine’s tart fruit aspects. Creamy Alfredo with herbed chicken or decadent lobster bisque match it perfectly.

13.5% alc./ vol. 750 mL $8.95 Retail





Tier: General List

Type: White Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2008 Chardonnay VidalTasting Notes:This light, crisp, blended wine has the aroma of mixed dried fruits, lemongrass and a hint of jasmine. The palate is gripped by citrus fruit flavours including lemon, lime and orange zest. It has a warm finish that contains just the slightest note of cinnamon.

Food Matches:Try this dry sipper with fish & chips, egg dishes, sweet and sour chicken or soft cheese.


Grape Brix % Volume2008 Chardonnay 21.10 85%2008 Vidal Blanc 20.60 15%

VQA Designation: Ontario


Total Average Brix: 21 °

Tier: General List

Type: White Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2008 Chardonnay Vidal (1 Litre)Tasting Notes:This light, crisp, blended wine has the aroma of mixed dried fruits, lemongrass and a hint of jasmine. The palate is gripped by citrus fruit flavours including lemon, lime and orange zest. It has a warm finish that contains just the slightest note of cinnamon.

Food Matches:Try this dry sipper with fish & chips, egg dishes, sweet and sour chicken or soft cheese.

13% alc./ vol. 1000 mL $10.95 Retail

Grape Brix % Volume2008 Chardonnay 21.10 85%2008 Vidal Blanc 20.60 15%




Tier: General List

Type: White Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2010 Fresco SeccoTasting Notes:This light, effervescent and elegant wine is made with Riesling grapes and is fermented dry. Expect aromas of passion fruit and honeysuckle, as well as a zesty acid that underscores a pronounced fruit aspect. Delicious as an aperitif, this wine is appropriate for intimate celebrations and backyard summer parties alike.

Food Matches:Enjoy it with oysters, soft cheeses and spicy, saucy fusion dishes.



2010 Chardonnay 22.20 10.6%




Tier: General List

Type: White Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2011 Pinot BlancTasting Notes:Expect banana and pear fruits on the nose, punctuated with a soft floral component and hints of meringue citrus. The palate is gripped by ginger root and a crisp, refreshing acidity. Subtle minerality and green apple flavours conclude this stunning patio sipper.

Food Matches:Suggested food pairings include mussels, oysters and lightly seasoned white meats.

Awards & Accolades:2012 Wine Access / Canadian Wine Awards: Bronze

12.5% alc./ vol. 750 mL $11.95 Retail

Grape Brix % Volume2011 Pinot Blanc 20.65 85.1%2011 Chardonnay 22.10 14.9%




Tier: General List

Type: White Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2011 Pinot GrigioTasting Notes:This crisp, Italian style Grigio features a vibrant acidity and a clean fruit structure. Expect sweet melon flavours and aromas to be in perfect harmony with the wine’s lively zest.

Food Matches:Lighter in both colour and mouth feel than our Pinot Gris, this refreshing wine is superbly suited for outdoor summer events, light hors d’oeuvres including shellfish, or simple cheese and cracker trays.

14.5% alc./ vol. 750 mL $12.75 Retail

Grape Brix % Volume2011 Pinot Gris 24.40 85.3%

2011 Chardonnay 22.20 14.7%




Tier: General List

Type: White Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2011 RieslingTasting Notes:This uniquely bright varietal features a crisp, refreshing acidity and dazzling aromatics. Expect loads of citrus fruit, lychee and lemon grass on the nose. Honeydew melon flavours soak the palate while a sweet lemon tang cleanses and refreshes.

Food Matches:This is the perfect patio sipper for a hot summer day and a wonderful companion to fresh fruit salad, fish & chips or poached salmon.

Awards & Accolades:2012 Ottawa Wine Challenge: Bronze, 2012 Intervin: Silver, 2012 Wine Access / Canadian Wine Awards: Bronze

11.5% alc./ vol. 750 mL $11.95 Retail


2011 Sauvignon Blanc 22.80 5.5%




Tier: General List

Type: White Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2010 Sauvignon BlancTasting Notes:Predisposed to flourish in cool climates, Sauvignon Blanc is vividly aromatic, crisp and elegant. Grassy tones and gooseberry blend with its mouth watering acidity. Spicy pear and white pepper invigorate the palate then transition to a savoury lemon zest.

Food Matches:Consume this refreshing sipper young, and pair it with fish and hors d’oeuvres featuring goat’s cheese.


Grape Brix % Volume2010 Sauvignon Blanc 22.10 100%




Tier: General List

Type: White Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2011 Sushi Wine - WhiteTasting Notes:You will note hints of ginger, lemon, wood berries and a scent of sea breeze.

Food Matches: Konzelmann Estate Winery, in collaboration with internationally renowned sushi chefs, has developed this wine to suit all sushi and fusion specialties.






Tier: General List

Type: White Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2011 Vidal Golden VintageTasting Notes:Warm citrus flavours of pineapple and blood oranges are present in both the palate and aroma of this comfortable white wine. Round acidity and floral spices are nicely offset by the wine’s residual sugar, making it an easy-drinking patio sipper.

Food Matches:Lighter fare pairs best with this Vidal, so try it with fruit salsa, chicken or with dishes that feature a mild spice.


Grape Brix % Volume2011 Vidal Blanc 21.90 85%2007 GM 318-57 21.00 15%




Tier: General List

Type: White Wine



Sugar Code: (2)

2008 Chardonnay Barrel AgedTasting Notes:Fresh oak, sweet butter and a mellow, caramelized nuttiness make up the nose of this charming Chardonnay. The fruit aspect strikes a stellar harmony between sweetness and acid, while the gentle oak component engages the palate and erodes to a long, warm finish.

Food Matches:Try this food friendly wine with chicken, cedar plank salmon, soft cheeses and caramel desserts.

Awards & Accolades:2011 The Ottawa Wine Challenge: Bronze


Grape Brix % Volume2008 Chardonnay 21.10 85%2007 Chardonnay 21.53 15%




Tier: Wine Master’s Collection

Type: White Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2011 GewürztraminerTasting Notes:Much of our reputation for excellence was built with this gorgeous varietal. Oily and smooth, this wine is a generous food companion that ripens early for high alcohol potential. Expect floral aromas, tropical fruit flavours of pineapple and lychee, and a pizzicato ginger spice.

Food Matches:This wine allows a lot of room to experiment with food pairings. Some favourites include creamy chicken dishes, turkey and spicy Thai cuisine.

Awards & Accolades:2013 Canada Wine Awards: Silver


Grape Brix % Volume2011 Gewürztraminer 23.95 100%





Type: White Wine



Sugar Code: (2)

2010 Pinot GrisTasting Notes:This noble varietal ripens early and features a slight, rosy hue from brief contact with the grape skins. Aromas include floral notes, tropical fruit, and a honeysuckle sweetness. An oily texture coats the palate and stages the play between the wine’s refreshing acid and tangy fruit structure.

Food Matches:Consider food pairings that include lean white meats, grilled seafood, or pork tenderloin in a smoky chipotle barbecue sauce.


13.5% alc./ vol. 750 mL $17.00 Retail

Grape Brix % Volume2010 Pinot Gris 22.40 100%





Type: White Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2009 Riesling Grand Reserve Classic

Tasting Notes:This uniquely bright varietal features a crisp, refreshing acidity, dazzling aromatics and a lengthy finish. The fruit profile contains green apple and sweet honeydew flavours which beautifully balance the wine’s cleansing citrus and subtle minerality.

Food Matches:Moderately age this Riesling to mellow its tartness and amplify its complexity, or pair it with trout and lemon chicken dishes to enhance it immediately.

Awards & Accolades:2010 Ottawa Wine and Food: Bronze, 2010 The Ottawa Wine Challenge: Bronze

13.5% alc./ vol. 750 mL $22.00 Retail

Grape Brix % Volume2009 Riesling 22.20 100%





Type: White Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2011 Riesling Traminer Late Harvest

Tasting Notes:Unlike the majority of its contemporaries, our Riesling Traminer is a genetic crossing of Riesling and Gewürztraminer, as opposed to a blend. This allows complementary flavours of its parent grapes to achieve balance naturally on the vine. Ripe citrus fruit flavours and a bright acidity harmonize well with the wine’s oily texture and mild spice.

Food Matches:Ideal pairings include smoked salmon and spicy asian cuisine.


Grape Brix % Volume2011 Riesling x Traminer 3 24.00 100%





Type: White Wine



Sugar Code: (2)

2010 Methode Cuve Close Riesling

Tasting Notes:Enjoy this crisp, crowd pleasing sparkling wine with any occasion or celebration. Made from Riesling grapes, it is an excellent aperitif that releases slight floral aromas, along with mineral and citrus. An effervescent tartness and a refreshing lemon / lime zest complement the well balanced play between cleansing acidity and mild sweetness.

Food Matches:Ideal pairings include shellfish, smoked salmon and chocolate strawberries.


12.5% alc./ vol. 750 mL $16.00 Retail





Tier: General List

Type: Sparkling Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2010 Methode Cuve Close RoséTasting Notes:The dynamic aroma of this Sparkling Rosé is initially a robust, toasted wallop, but quickly develops into a more delicate strawberry scent. Tart flavors of black cherry and raspberry nicely balance the wine’s mild sweetness and are punctuated by generous waves of carbonated bubbles.

Food Matches:Serve it during sparkling wine receptions, or complement it with a fruity trifle or chocolate dipped strawberries.

Awards & Accolades:2010 Canadian Wine Awards: #23, 2011 The Ottawa Wine Challenge: Silver

12.5% alc./ vol. 750 mL $16.00 Retail

Grape Brix % Volume2010 Merlot 19.60 100%




Tier: General List

Type: Sparkling Wine



Sugar Code: (2)

2011 Baco NoirTasting Notes:Expect leathery aromas and strawberry liquorice from this earthy red wine. Flavours of cranberry and cinnamon spice perk up the palate in this otherwise soft and smooth Baco. Containing very little tannin, this wine is ready to be consumed young.

Food Matches:A traditional stone-baked pizza with a wide vegetable assortment or an Italian red-sauce pasta will pleasantly accent this wine’s fruit flavours.


Grape Brix % Volume2011 Baco Noir 21.10 85%

2011 Gamay Noir 19.50 15%




Tier: General List

Type: Red Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2010 Baco Noir (1 Litre)Tasting Notes:Expect leathery aromas and strawberry liquorice from this earthy red wine. Flavours of cranberry and cinnamon spice perk up the palate in this otherwise soft and smooth Baco. Containing very little tannin, this wine is ready to be consumed young.

Food Matches:A traditional stone-baked pizza with a wide vegetable assortment or an Italian red-sauce pasta will pleasantly accent this wine’s fruit flavours.

13% alc./ vol. 1000 mL $11.95 Retail


2009 Merlot 20.80 15%




Tier: General List

Type: Red Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2011 Baco Noir (2)Tasting Notes:Soothingly mellow, mildly sweet and soaked in juicy fruit flavours; our medium-dry Baco Noir is a consistent hit. The nose offers cranberry and cherry liquorice aromas, which are repeated on the palate. Notes of vanilla, bitter chocolate and a subtle smokiness pleasantly conclude the experience.

Food Matches:Complement this wine with a mildly spiced beef stir fry, Swedish meatballs or an arugula salad with dried cranberries, walnuts and bocconcini.



2011 Gamay Noir 19.50 15%




Tier: General List

Type: Red Wine



Sugar Code: (2)

2012 Cabernet SauvignonTasting Notes:Black currant, sweet cinnamon and pomegranate can be expected on both the nose and palate of this dense Cabernet Sauvignon. A firm but smooth tannic structure, combined with black pepper, and a mild smokiness provide depth and interest during the wine’s lengthy finish.

Food Matches:Red meats, including steak, robust hard cheeses and dark chocolate desserts are all welcomed accompaniments to this buxom red.


Grape Brix % Volume2012 Cabernet Sauvignon 22.30 100%




Tier: General List

Type: Red Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2011 Canada RedTasting Notes: This wine has been blended to capture the soft, subtle depth of its component varietals. Aromas of tricoloured peppercorns hang over notes of raspberry and bitter cocoa. On the palate, a refrain of pepper and soothing warmth turns to cherry licorice and vanilla.

Food Matches:Lean game meats, goat’s cheese and red sauce pasta dishes are simple, but appropriate matches for this gentle red.

12.5% alc./ vol. 750 mL $12.75 Retail

Grape Brix % Volume2011 Zweigelt 22.00 51%2011 Merlot 19.50 49%




Tier: General List

Type: Red Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2012 MerlotTasting Notes:This is an elegant, velvety and gentle Merlot. Expect aromas of pomegranate, vanilla and cherry on the nose. Flavours of liquorice and raspberry first greet the palate, then give way to a soft, food friendly tannin.

Food Matches:Smoked salmon and pasta dishes will nicely suit this wine. After dinner, try it with cherry lava cake and other chocolate desserts.


Grape Brix % Volume2012 Merlot 22.56 91.9%

2012 Zweigelt 21.10 8.1%




Tier: General List

Type: Red Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2011 Pinot NoirTasting Notes:This light, easy drinking Pinot possesses aromatic notes of malted chocolate, cherry and licorice. The palate is sprinkled with lively acidity and soft, welcoming tannins. Black cherry and a subtle pepper bring this wine to a pleasant conclusion.

Food Matches:Complement its natural tartness with a creamy chicken Alfredo or draw out its fruit aspect and rounder flavours with a cherry chocolate cheesecake.

12.5% alc./ vol. 750 mL $12.75 Retail

Grape Brix % Volume2011 Pinot Noir 20.62 87.5%2011 Zweigelt 19.50 12.5%




Tier: General List

Type: Red Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2011 Pinot Noir (1)Tasting Notes:This Pinot is soft, smooth and perfect for those who prefer a lighter style red wine. The nose contains burnt cherry notes and a mild sweet spice. A juicy cranberry flavour washes over the tongue with just the slightest joust between sweetness and acidity.

Food Matches:Chocolate desserts and lighter meats, including salmon and roasted turkey will nicely suit this gentle red.


Grape Brix % Volume2011 Pinot Noir 20.62 85.7%2011 Zweigelt 19.50 14.3%




Tier: General List

Type: Red Wine



Sugar Code: (2)

2012 ShirazTasting Notes:Mild smoke, black cherry and pepper find their way to the nose and palate of this medium bodied Shiraz. Its well integrated tannin and lively mouth feel provide dimension against sweeter red fruit and vanilla flavours.

Food Matches:Black pepper steak, Angus beef or pulled pork would all be succulent complements to this spicy wine, but nearly any barbecued food will enhance its soft smokiness.

13.5% alc./ vol. 750 mL $13.00 Retail

Grape Brix % Volume2012 Syrah 21.46 85%

2012 Cabernet Sauvignon 22.30 15%




Tier: General List

Type: Red Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2011 Sushi Wine - RedTasting Notes:You will note hints of blackcurrants, plums, wood berries and a scent of sea breeze.

Food Matches: Konzelmann Estate Winery, in collaboration with internationally renowned sushi chefs, has developed this wine to suit all sushi and fusion specialties.

12.5% alc./ vol. 750 mL $12.95 Retail


2011 Cabernet Sauvignon 21.80 19%




Tier: General List

Type: Red Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2012 Merlot Barrel AgedTasting Notes:On the nose, this buxom red offers sweet raspberry and vanilla over a base of toasted oak. Juicy cherry flavor soaks the palate initially then gives way to smoky pepper. The wine concludes with a pleasant, food friendly tannin.

Food Matches:Exploit this wine’s well-integrated tannic structure with a wide variety of beef dishes (braised / roast / stroganoff) or enhance its spicier elements with a Hungarian goulash or smoky hard cheese.







Type: Red Wine



Sugar Code: (1)

2010 Pinot Noir Family ReserveTasting Notes:Our 2010 version of this wine enjoyed a modest yield of one bottle per two vines, making for the highest quality crop and greatest concentration of flavours. Three weeks of skin contact and fifteen months in French oak enhance the dividends of a nearly perfect growing season. Soft tannins, tart cherry and juicy red fruit harmonize to a long, cinnamon finish.

Food Matches:Try this exquisite red with a light steak or veal.


Grape Brix % Volume2010 Pinot Noir 25.80 100%

VQA Designation: None




Type: Red Wine



Sugar Code: (0)

2011 PeachwineTasting Notes:This fruit wine is made from our neighbour’s fresh, local Niagara-on-the-Lake peaches. Its aroma and flavours of tree ripe peaches combined with a light, crisp finish make for an excellent summer sipping wine.

Food Matches:The perfect patio pleaser for entertaining friends and family and great for creating your own special Peach Wine spritzer!


Grape Brix % Volume

VQA Designation:

Bottles Produced: Unknown

Total Average Brix: Not Stored °

Tier: General List

Type: Fruit Wine

Actual Alc.: % /vol.

Residual Sugar: g/L

Sugar Code: ()

2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Icewine

Tasting Notes:This rare, succulent dessert wine announces itself to the nose with scents of strawberry and pomegranate candy. Flavours of home-cooked strawberry jam and field berries weave together and have just the right balance of acidity to keep the palate perked and attentive. The long, elegantly sweet finish leaves the palate with memories of smooth burnt cherries and a longing for more!

Food Matches:Try this wine with light and dark chocolate, or as a substitue for dessert.


Grape Brix % Volume2010 Cabernet Sauvignon 37.50 100%




Tier: General List

Type: Dessert Wine



Sugar Code: (22)

2008 Riesling IcewineTasting Notes:Less intensely rich than its Vidal counterpart, this Icewine is clean, fresh and as close to perfect as you can get (in our humble opinion). Mead and honeysuckle aromas greet the nose while flavours of peach / pear candy erupt onto the palate. A pleasing citrus spice balances the wine’s sugar and is followed by a long, tantalizing caramel and pineapple finish.

Food Matches:Try this wine with rich, savoury foods or as a substitute for dessert.

Awards & Accolades:2010 Ottawa Wine and Food: Gold, 2011 Vins De Glace: Gold, 2010 The Ottawa Wine Challenge: Gold, 2011 The Ottawa Wine Challenge: Silver






Tier: General List

Type: Dessert Wine



Sugar Code: (24)

2009 Vidal IcewineTasting Notes:Vidal continues to be the gold standard varietal for premium Icewine production. Sweet tangerine, zesty lemon and decadent honey aromas lift from this brilliantly rich dessert wine. A balancing acidity greets the dense, smooth, palate coating sweetness along with flavours of candied pear, peach and orange zest.

Food Matches:Classic pairings for this wine include blue cheese, almonds or use it as a substitute for dessert.


Grape Brix % Volume2009 Vidal Blanc 39.71 100%




Tier: General List

Type: Dessert Wine



Sugar Code: (25)

2010 Vidal Icewine (200 mL)Tasting Notes:Vidal continues to be the gold standard varietal for premium Icewine production. Sweet tangerine, zesty lemon and decadent honey aromas lift from this brilliantly rich dessert wine. A balancing acidity greets the dense, smooth, palate coating sweetness along with flavours of candied pear, peach and orange zest.


Awards & Accolades:2012 Lieutenant Governor’s Award: Excellence in Ontario Wines, 2012 Ottawa Wine Challenge: Silver, 2012 Ontario Wine Awards: Bronze, 2012 The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair: Gold, 2012 The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair: Best In Show (Icewine)






Tier: General List

Type: Dessert Wine



Sugar Code: (22)

2010 Vidal Icewine (50 mL)Tasting Notes:Vidal continues to be the gold standard varietal for premium Icewine production. Sweet tangerine, zesty lemon and decadent honey aromas lift from this brilliantly rich dessert wine. A balancing acidity greets the dense, smooth, palate coating sweetness along with flavours of candied pear, peach and orange zest.


Awards & Accolades:2012 Lieutenant Governor’s Award: Excellence in Ontario Wines, 2012 Ottawa Wine Challenge: Silver, 2012 Ontario Wine Awards: Bronze, 2012 The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair: Gold, 2012 The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair: Best In Show (Icewine)






Tier: General List

Type: Dessert Wine



Sugar Code: (22)

2011

2011 Vidal Special Select Late Harvest

Tasting Notes:If you have a sweet tooth, but find Icewine a little too rich, then this is definitely the wine for you. Sweet and tangy flavours of pear and honeysuckle strike an excellent balance, and the long, gentle finish includes a refreshing orange zest.

Food Matches:Not quite as dense or sugary as Icewine, but exhibiting many of the same flavours and aromas, this wine will perfectly suit a variety of fruity desserts and robust cheeses.

Awards & Accolades:2013 Canada Wine Awards: Gold

10.5% alc./ vol. 375 mL $19.95 Retail





Tier: General List

Type: Dessert Wine



Sugar Code: (17)

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