Cool Climate Icons: Churton (NZ) & Hidden Bench (Niagara) - Le Sommelier, Exclusive Wine Agents
Date: Mar 27/12, Tue Time: 03:30:00-06:30:00 Style: Drop-In
Cool Climate Icons: Churton (NZ) & Hidden Bench (Niagara)- Winery owners Mandy Churton (Churton Wines from Malborough, New Zealand) and Harald Thiel (Hidden Bench Winery, Beamsville, Niagara) led our members through their incredible range of wines.
We showcased these wineries together since they share similar philosophies towards viticulture and winemaking. Both boutique wineries farm their vineyards organically, and strive to make the best expression of their vineyards through their wines. A great tasting!!
Wines poured included:
Churton Wines:
2009 Sauvignon Blanc $22.95 - 88 pts Wine Advocate
2010 Sauvignon Blanc $22.95 - 90 pts Wine Advocate
2011 Viognier $36.95 - 88 pts Wine Advocate
2008 Pinot Noir $30.50 - 90 pts Wine Advocate
2009 Pinot Noir $36.95 - 91+ pts Wine Advocate
2008 The Abyss Pinot Noir $64.95 - 92 pts Wine Advocate
Hidden Bench Winery:
2009 Estate Riesling $24.00
2009 Felseck Riesling $28.00
2009 Roman's Block Riesling $30.00
2009 Estate Chardonnay $32.00 - 91 pts David Lawrason
2008 Felseck Chardonnay $38.00
2009 Nuit Blanche $40.00
2009 Estate Pinot Noir $38.00 - 91 pts Rick VanSickle
2008 Terroir Cache $35.00 - 91 pts Gord Stimmel, Toronto Star
www.churtonwines.co.nz
www.hiddenbench.com
