In the belief that quality and value go hand in hand, Château des Charmes is dedicated to producing world class wines in Canada using only the finest grape varieties.
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 2006 Chardonnay, Estate Bottled (V.Q.A. Niagara Peninsula)
This estate grown Chardonnay is barrel fermented and aged in 100% French Allier oak. Château des Charmes uses only highly prized oak barrels sourced from a single forest in France. The Estate Bottled Chardonnay is round, full bodied and very concentrated. Flavours of oak and butter make this dry, white wine a classic companion for most grilled foods. Winner of numerous awards and
accolades over the years. 2,514 cases produced. Harvested September 17, 30, 2006.
"Lemon, pear and vanilla aromas dance off the lifted nose of this charming white. Tantalizing flavours of sweet ripe fruit—peach, nectarine and ripe Bosc pear (coincidentally, the Bosc family own this winery)—are delivered in waves in this medium weight, well balanced effort. This earned its final half star on taste and the very favourable price-quality ratio. 4 / 5 stars.”
– Vic Harradine, winecurrent.com, June, 2008
"You'll find well-defined fruit with some delicacy and finesse, and a nice seam of vibrant acidity. It goes well with seafood and grilled white fish. Alcohol 13 percent."
– Rod Phillips, The Ottawa Citizen, March, 2008
Food Pairings
This wine is a perfect match for roast poultry, pork, or thick cream pastas.
Sugar Content (0) Retail Price $13.95
2006 Chardonnay Musqué, Estate Bottled
(V.Q.A. Niagara Peninsula)
Chardonnay Musqué is a unique clone of Chardonnay that was pioneered in the Niagara Peninsula by Château des Charmes’ founder Paul Bosc. 2006 Chardonnay Musqué is pale gold in colour with a wonderful aromatic bouquet of spiced fruit and honeysuckle. This full bodied Chardonnay is non-oaked in order to allow the wine to fully express it’s unique musqué characteristic. 486 cases produced. Harvested October 10, 2006.
“Another superbly aromatic white from the Château is Chardonnay Musqué from clone 809 pioneered in Canada by Paul Bosc that fuses unoaked Chardonnay elegance with the exotic nuances of spicy honeysuckle, apricot and subtle Muscat flavours and fragrances. Silver at the 2008 Ontario Wine Awards. Recommended. 91pts.”
– Frank Baldock, Wine Express, Summer, 2008
“From a unique clone of chardonnay pioneered by founder Paul Bosc, this is a lively, spicy treat on the nose. Grapefruit, citrus, lychee nut and honeysuckle aromas. It's full-bodied and lush on the palate -- think New Zealand sauvignon blanc crashing into spicy Alsatian gewurz-traminer ... all that and a scoop of white pepper for good measure. You've got to try it to believe it.”
– Rick VanSickle, Toronto Sun, March, 2008
"Aromatic and perfumed on the nose, this evolves into a wonderful mélange of rich, spicy and sweet flavours. It's medium-plus in weight, with a mouth-filling, plush texture. Delicious, and an excellent choice for slightly spicy dishes featuring pork, chicken or seafood. 4 stars. Very good.”
– rodphillipsonwine.com, Winepointer, March, 2008
“This bottle of wine is lots of fun – or should I say, this bottle contains lots of fun … either way I can’t see not enjoying yourself with this wine around. The apples pulsate up from the glass and really get into the nose, from there you’ll deal with a spicy-floral character in the mouth and a wonderful mac apple finish … Fun? You bet.”
– Michael Pinkus, ontariowinereview.com, March, 2008
“A lovely essence of happiness. Notes of pear, peach, melon and sunshine. 89 pts.”
– Natalie Maclean, nataliemaclean.com, February, 2008
"Musque is a clone of Chardonnay unique to Ontario. Here it expresses its richness and depth, beginning with a jasmine flavour and honey notes, then opening to sweet grapefruit and cantaloupe, with a spicy impression that brings to mind cracked pepper and star anise."
– Dan Kislenko, The Hamilton Spectator, March, 2008
“This is one of the most intense, spicy – indeed peppery – musque’s I’ve experienced. Powerful with a rich viscous palate. Beyond the spice you’ll also pick up the lavender, and grapefruit common to this clone; plus a note of tangerine peel. Full bodied, creamy and spicy. Mindful of rich Austrian gruner veltliner. Excellent length.”
– David Lawrason, winerytohome.com, July, 2007
Food Pairings
Chardonnay Musqué is best enjoyed with grilled chicken or salmon or on its own as an aperitif.
Awards
Ontario Wine Awards, 2008 – Silver
Sugar Content (0) Retail Price $16.95
2006 Riesling, Estate Bottled
(V.Q.A. Niagara Peninsula)
Estate grown and bottled from grapes sourced exclusively from the Château’s own vineyards, this dry Riesling has a bright, light gold colour with pronounced lemon and lime aromas and mineral notes, fresh on the palate with a clean, lingering finish. 1,530 cases produced. Harvested October 9, 2006.
“Taking Gold at the 2008 Ontario Wine Awards, the Château’s Riesling ’06 Estate Bottled is a showstopper. Essentially handmade, it expresses the mineral elegance of its terroir in a concentrated lime-lemon style with hints of delicious apple and steely acidity. Recommended. 93 pts.”
– Frank Baldock, Wine Express, Summer, 2008
“This opens with lifted aromas of peaches and apples, with mineral and floral notes. A gorgeously textured surge of pit fruit flavours, yellow peach and yellow plum to the fore, is deftly balanced with clean and refreshing citrus tang on the lingering finish. A top drawer Riesling at a rock bottom price, pair with Sole Meunière. 4½ / 5 stars.”
– Vic Harradine, winecurrent.com. June, 2008
“...Then on to the main release, where you want to look for some quality Ontario wines. The whites include Château des Charmes Estate Riesling 2006, which is dry, zesty and very refreshing, an excellent choice for fish, seafood or chicken.”
– Rod Phillips, Ottawa Citizen, June, 2008
“Citrus and orange blossom nose that's pretty and not overt. The wine is broad on the palate with lemon-lime flavours with just a touch of honey, minerality and balancing acid.”
– Rick VanSickle, Toronto Sun, June 2008
“This black label “estate” riesling from some of the older Bosc family vines has a solid ten year track record. The 2006 is a lighter year, with brisk, tart acidity driving the palate. The nose is youthfully reserved with typical petrol, pear, grapefruit. Crisp, stony, dry and firm with a bitter grapefruit finish. Very good to excellent length.”
– David Lawrason, winerytohome.com, July, 2007
Food Pairings
Dry Rieslings are the most versatile of food wines. You won’t go wrong trying this wine with seafood, poultry, Asian cuisine, or even white meats with fruit sauces.
Awards
Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Competition, 2008 – Gold
Ontario Wine Awards, 2008 – Gold
Sugar Content (1) Retail Price $16.95
2006 Sauvignon Blanc, Estate Bottled
(V.Q.A. Niagara Peninsula)
Château des Charmes Sauvignon Blanc was sourced from grapes grown exclusively in our own vineyards. Bright, light gold colour with pronounced flavours of gooseberry and citrus fruit and a clean lingering finish. 1074 cases produced. Harvested September 20, 2006.
“A pleasant nose of soft citrus and melon fruit. The flavours are bright, refreshing and vibrant on the palate with plenty of zippy lemon and grapefruit flavours.”
– Rick VanSickle, Toronto Sun, June, 2008
“The Château’s Sauvignon Blanc Estate Bottled ’06 is an elegant aperitif, or soulmate for white meat or grilled fish. Recommended. 89 pts.”
– Frank Baldock, Wine Express, Summer, 2008
Food Pairings
Sauvignon Blanc is among the most versatile of food wines. You won’t go wrong trying this wine with herb chicken or cream pasta dishes or even Asian cuisine.
Awards
Ontario Wine Awards, 2008 – Silver
Canadian Wine Awards, 2007 – Silver
Sugar Content (0) Retail Price $15.95
2006 Aligoté, Estate Bottled (V.Q.A. Niagara Peninsula)
Château des Charmes Winemaster Paul Bosc was the first North American winegrower to import the Aligoté grape variety from Burgundy. By restricting the yield in the vineyard he is able to produce a dry, white wine with hints of green apples and butter. Crisp with excellent fruit concentration. 2388 cases produced. Harvested September 27, 2006.
“Château des Charmes has done well with this “minor” Burgundian variety. Fresh, youthful apple and pear, with smoky, floral overtones. Vibrant, light to mid-weight dry white, with racy acidity. Well balanced with good length. Now through 2009. Great bargain. 88 pts.”
– David Lawrason, TorontoLife.com, February, 2008
Food Pairings
Aligoté is best enjoyed with seafood, particularly shellfish or on its own as an excellent aperitif.
Sugar Content (0) Retail Price $13.45
2006 Late Harvest Riesling, Estate Bottled
(V.Q.A Niagara Peninsula)
Château des Charmes Late Harvest Riesling is a rich and flavourful dessert wine. Exuding aromas of citrus and tropical fruit, it is full and sweet on the palate with excellent balancing acidity. This estate bottled wine is excellent to drink now, but will continue to develop in the bottle for many years. 1196 cases produced. Harvested September 28, 2006.
“Wine can be a lovely partner for dessert…Here are my top 5 picks for terrific wines with pumpkin pie (I’ve also indicated other desserts that they’ll complement): Château des Charmes Late Harvest Riesling, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario: Lovely aromas of peach and nectarine with a long finish. Pair with: creme brulee. Score: 90/100.”
– Natalie MacLean, Bon Appétit Magazine USA, November, 2007
Food Pairings
This wine is an excellent accompaniment to light desserts and creamy cheeses.
Sugar Content (12) Retail Price $19.95 / 375 ml.
2004 Cabernet-Merlot, Estate Bottled
(V.Q.A. Niagara Peninsula)
Cabernet-Merlot is a classically styled blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot that has been aged for one year in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is complex with flavours of dark chocolate, raspberry and cassis. Estate grown and bottled from grapes sourced exclusively from the Chateau's own vineyards. Ready to drink now, but will continue to develop in the bottle for 5-10 years. 2,984 cases produced. Harvested on November 1, 2004.
Food Pairings
This full bodied red wine is excellent with any red meat or tomato pasta dish.
Awards
Ontario Wine Awards, 2007 – Bronze
Sugar Content (0) Retail Price $19.95 / 750 ml.
2005 Pinot Noir, Estate Bottled
(V.Q.A. Niagara Peninsula)
Produced in small lots from 100% estate-grown Pinot Noir grapes, this fine wine is vinified according to traditional Burgundian methods including aging in small Allier oak barrels. Ruby in colour, velvety smooth in the mouth with a complex and lingering cherry flavour. 981cases produced. Harvested September 15, 2005.
“Pinot Noir is quickly establishing itself as Ontario's trademark red. The grape is notoriously difficult requiring specific climatic conditions to ripen properly. The fantastic 2005 vintage was ideal for Ontario Pinot Noir, as this effort by Château des Charmes displays. The dark cherry and mushroom aromas are backed up by a refreshing vein of acidity. My note: This pinot is lovely and rustic with the soul of the earth in its heart. Pair with: roast fowl with jus. 88 pts.”
– Natalie MacLean, nataliemaclean.com, September, 2007
“Clear medium-deep ruby strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, luscious, ripe juicy red fruits. Dry, silky tannins, good acidity, medium intensity, medium bodied, medium alcohol. An easy drinking, very fruit forward Pinot. 4 stars.”
- Zoltan Szabo, winerytohome.com, March, 2007
Food Pairings
This Pinot Noir is finely matched with game, meats, rich pastas or strong cheeses.
Sugar Content (0) Retail Price $18.95.
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