Donald Ziraldo is an iconic figure in Canadian viticulture, particularly recognized for his pioneering role in the development of ice wines. His estate, located in the Ontario region, excels in the production of this type of wine, using innovative methods to capture the essence of local terroir.
Description of the Vidal Ice Wine Cuvée
Donald Ziraldo's Vidal Ice Wine is a jewel of Canadian winemaking, famous for its exceptional concentration and elegant sweetness. This wine is made from Vidal grapes that are frozen on the vine, which allows for the extraction of a rich, intense.
Aromas of the Cuvée
Vidal Ice Wine exudes captivating aromas of ripe mango, apricot and honey, accompanied by subtle nuances of tropical fruits and white flowers, offering a complex and captivating olfactory experience.
Characteristics of the Cuvée
Grape variety: Vidal
Profile: On the palate, the wine presents a liqueur-like sweetness balanced by a beautiful acidity, which creates a perfect balance and a persistent and refreshing finish.
Aging Potential: Thanks to its structure and richness, this ice wine can be stored for several years, developing additional layers of complexity over time.
Pairings with this Cuvée
Perfect to accompany rich desserts or served on its own as a digestif, this Vidal Ice Wine is also magnificent with foie gras or blue cheeses, where its natural sweetness contrasts nicely with the strength of the flavors.
Where are we traveling?
Quebec
With these 808 hectares of vines, Quebec, located between the 43° and 45° parallel, produces dry sparkling wines.
and sweet from hybrids with the Vidal, Frontenac, Seyval Blanc, Marechal Foch and Sainte-Croix grape varieties. Production is concentrated around the cities of Montreal and Quebec.
The little history of the country
Canada
Viticulture in Canada is experiencing unprecedented growth. Since many Canadian winegrowers have uprooted their “hybrid” grape varieties and replaced them with “Vitis Vinifera”, they have been able to produce quality wines, including the famous ice wine. Two regions are particularly well known: The Okanagan Valley, in British Columbia, and the Niagara Peninsula, in Ontario. The most commonly used white grape varieties are Chardonnay, Riesling and Pinot Blanc. For reds: merlot, cabernet franc and pinot noir. Quebec is also known for its ice ciders but wine is also produced there mainly with hybrid grape varieties.
