Bench 1775 Winery 2015 Chill (Naramata Bench) Okanagan Valley - BC
Availability: Direct from the winery here and VQA stores
Cost: $18
Alcohol: 12.5%
Production: 1640 cases
Date Tasted: August 25th, 2016
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Tasting Notes: Percentages of the components were left off this year's specs sheet, but Bench 1775's Chill is a pretty consistent tasting, pleasant, aromatic, off-dry blend of Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Viognier, Semillon, Guwurztraminer and Riesling. Both plump and mouth-watering textures at play on the Tropical fruit flavoured palate with ample citrus and pineapple acidity and a touch of minerality to balance the residual sugar.
A crowd pleasing white blend for all occasions. Try it with Gruyere or Dubliner cheese and enjoy it in its youth. Drink now-2018.
- Liam Carrier ©copyright 2016 IconWines.ca
Bench 1775 Winery 2014 Chill (Naramata Bench) Okanagan Valley - BC
Availability: Direct from the winery here and VQA stores
Cost: $20.70
Alcohol: 13%
Production: 876 cases
Date Tasted: June 12th, 2015
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Tasting Notes: Simply, a refreshing white wine that will put a smile on your face - especially, a sun-drenched face connected to a body lounging on a patio. The 2014 edition of Chill is comprised of 39.3% Pinot Gris, 15.2% Semillon, 15.1% Gewurztraminer, 11.1% Muscat, 9.1% Chardonnay, 7.2% Viognier and 3% Riesling - don't worry, there won't be a test.
All you need to know, really, is this is a juicy, plump, fruit-forward, aromatic, off-dry blend, nicely balanced with plenty of tropical fruit acidity and grounded by a light vein of mineral notes on the nose and palate. Finishes (nearly) dry with lingering citrus peel flavours and a hint of spice. Enjoy this wine in its youth. Drink now-2017.
- Liam Carrier ©copyright 2015 IconWines.ca
