Arrowhead Spring Vineyards Vidal Blanc Ice Wine is a premium dessert wine produced by Arrowhead Spring Vineyards, a renowned winery located in the Niagara Escarpment region of New York. The wine is made from Vidal Blanc grapes grown in the winery's estate vineyard, which benefits from the unique microclimate and soil composition of the region. The grapes are harvested at the peak of ripeness and frozen to concentrate their flavors and sugars, resulting in a luscious and complex wine with notes of honey, apricot, and tropical fruit. The wine is crafted using traditional winemaking techniques, including slow fermentation and aging in oak barrels, to enhance its richness and depth. This ice wine is a perfect choice for those who appreciate the art of winemaking and enjoy indulging in a luxurious dessert wine.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Arrowhead Spring Vineyards Vidal Blanc Ice Wine is a sweet, luscious dessert wine with amazing aromas of apricot and peach.On the palate, it is full-bodied and viscous with flavors of ripe stone fruit, honey, and a hint of spice. It has a long, lingering finish with a delightful balance of acidity and sweetness. Enjoy this delicious treat now or cellar for years to come.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2024
Profile
Sweetness:
Luscious
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Low
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Vidal Blanc
ORIGINS
Winery: Arrowhead Spring Vineyards
Region: Niagara Peninsula
The Niagara Peninsula is a wine region located in Ontario, Canada, near the famous Niagara Falls. It is known for producing high-quality wines, particularly ice wines, due to its unique climate and geography. The region has a long history of winemaking, with the first commercial winery established in 1866. Today, the Niagara Peninsula is home to over 100 wineries and is recognized as a world-class wine region.