$19.95
| Varietal: | Chardonnay |
| Fermentation: | Stainless Steel |
| Aging Method: | French Oak |
| Alcohol: | 13.5% |
| Cases: | 300 |
$17.95 $19.95
What is the definition of Old Vines?
Well, it means different things to different people. The term is not regulated in Canada making it often an over used term. At Angels Gate we look at it in terms of our viticultural history in Niagara. The first commercial wineries to open up after prohibition would be turning about 50 this year. Our old vines have been producing for more than 40 vintages.
The advantage of these old vines are that they have had time to grow a very intricate an deep root structure. This core strength allows these vines to extract the best of the Beamsville Bench. Although the vines produce better fruit they also produce less fruit which keeps production to about 120 cases.
Our Old Vines Chardonnay is produced from grapes hand harvested from a tiny 4 acre vineyard located next to the winery. Upon arriving at the winery, the grapes are hand sorted and whole berry pressed to extract only the finest juice. The juice then goes on to ferment in new and seasoned French oak barrels and is left on its lees for 10 months to add complexity.
This is the only wine in the Angels Gate family to have been produced in all 20 years of our winemaking history.
$39.95
With the passing of autumn brings the return of winter and for Canadians this usually means snow. However, for Canadian winemakers this signifies a new harvest. With temperatures falling below minus 8 degrees, our icewine harvest commences and luscious concentrated icewines are produced from frozen grapes.
Due to its high sugar content icewine can age gracefully for many years. They take on a darker almost amber like hue after a few years but the most exciting part is the development of the mature fruit. The notes change from fresh apricot and peaches to poached pear, baked apple and honey. Vintage icewines almost always taste better and offer far more complexity.
Icewine can be paired with food but you have to be careful to not upset the balance. Try something like blue or soft cheese, fruit tarts or baked fruit.
This wine is packaged in a 500mL bottle!
| Varietal: | Riesling |
| Vineyard: | Hill Vineyard |
| Aging Process: | Stainless Steel Fermented |
| Alcohol: | 10.5% |
| Cases: | 250 |
$29.95
| Varietal: | Chardonnay |
| Vineyard: | Angels Gate Estate |
| Aging Process: | Bottle Fermented (Traditional Method) |
| Alcohol: | 12% |
| Cases: | 2000 |
$29.95
Our Mountainview Cabernet Franc is a blockbuster. The nose is jammed with currents, black berry, dark cherry and a hint of smoke. The oak treatment includes more than 14 months in French oak as well as the addition of appassimento fruit to increase the mouth-feel. This wine is rich and complex making it perfect for the cellar.
We enjoy pairing this Cabernet Franc with red meat, game or other full flavour dishes.
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| Varietal: | Cabernet Franc |
| Winemaking: | Part appassimento |
| Aging Method: | French Oak |
| Alcohol: | 14% |
| Cases: | 250 |
$29.95
This Sauvignon Blanc is certainly the most unusual in the Angels Gate sparkling family, as this varietal is not normally considered a traditional grape for sparkling wine. That being said, it is an excellent varietal for sparkling due to its naturally high acidity and fruit forward nose.
This sparkling has been fermented into an off-dry, crowd pleasing style, which also sets it apart from our other Archangel’s. The nose is dominated by refreshing notes of citrus, mango and melon with very subtle herbaceous undertones. The palate is clean, crisp and lively!
| Varietal: | Sauvignon Blanc |
| Vineyard: | Mountainview Vineyard |
| Aging Process: | Bottle Fermented (Traditional Method) |
| Alcohol: | 11.5% |
| Cases: | 800 |
$44.95
Bin 95, a limited edition wine, was hand selected for quality fruit. Made in the appassimento-style, the grapes were dried for 80 days before crushing and fermentation. Three weeks after fermentation, the wine was drained from the skins and current vintage wine was added to the skins for further maturation and extraction. This wine is a blend of these two components which enhances the fruit characteristics and produces a wine of exceptional body and complexity. 65% Cabernet Franc Appassimento and 35% Shiraz. Matured for 24 month in 600L barrels.
| Varietal: | Cabernet Franc, Shiraz |
| Vineyard: | Estate Vineyards |
| Aging Method: | Barrel aged in French oak for 24 months |
| Alcohol: | 14.5% |
| Cases: | 230 |
$27.95 $29.95
Our Mountainview Merlot has an intense nose of cherry, raspberry, and black plum. The oak treatment is subtle giving the terroir the opportunity to express itself while the addition of appassimento Merlot only adds to the characteristic to the wine.
We enjoy pairing this Merlot with mushroom dishes, red meat, pork loin or wood oven pizza.
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| Varietal: | Merlot |
| Winemaking: | Part appassimento |
| Aging Method: | French Oak |
| Alcohol: | 14% |
| Cases: | 250 |
$30.00
Our Mountainview Pinot Noir has a complex nose with notes of cherry, raspberry, nutmeg and licorice. The oak treatment is subtle giving the terroir the opportunity to express itself, yet adds a spice and toasty characteristic to the wine. This is a Pinot Noir that can be savoured and enjoyed over the course of an evening.
We enjoy pairing this Pinot Noir with pan seared Muscovy Duck breast and duck fat roasted fingerling potatoes. It also sips beautifully with a baked brie.
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| Varietal: | Pinot Noir |
| Vineyard: | Estate Vineyard |
| Aging Method: | Barrel aged in French oak for 14 months |
| Alcohol: | 13.5% |
| Cases: | 150 |
$30.00
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Our Mountainview Pinot Noir has a complex nose with notes of cherry, raspberry, nutmeg and licorice. The oak treatment is subtle giving the terroir the opportunity to express itself, yet adds a spice and toasty characteristic to the wine. This is a Pinot Noir that can be savoured and enjoyed over the course of an evening.
We enjoy pairing this Pinot Noir with pan seared Muscovy Duck breast and duck fat roasted fingerling potatoes. It also sips beautifully with a baked brie.
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| Varietal: | Pinot Noir |
| Vineyard: | Estate Vineyard |
| Aging Method: | Barrel aged in French oak for 14 months |
| Alcohol: | 13.5% |
| Cases: | 150 |
$29.95 $34.95
Syrah is such an interesting varietal and fairly scarce in Niagara. Our sole source of estate Syrah is a single block in the north west corner of our KEW Vineyard. As far as the taste profile goes it sits somewhere between Pinot Noir and Merlot. The nose is a complex combination of plum, spice, leather and some black cherry. The oak treatment includes more than 14 months in French oak giving the palate a spice and toasty note that makes this wine memorable.
We enjoy pairing this wine with duck breast, lamb, pork or BBQ.
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| Varietal: | Syrah |
| Vineyard: | KEW Vineyard |
| Aging Method: | French Oak |
| Alcohol: | 13.5% |
| Cases: | 250 |
$26.95
| Varietal: | Viognier |
| Vineyard: | Angels Step |
| Aging Method: | Stainless Steel/ French Oak |
| Alcohol: | 13.5% |
| Cases: | 150 |
$11.50 $13.95
Riesling is an Angels Gate favourite and one of our best known varietals. This noble grape is the perfect test of terroir and can act as a calling card for a region’s ability to make world class wine. The Beamsville Bench is an excellent place to cultivate this grape due to the extensive minerality found in the soil and the temperate microclimate, which helps build acidity.
Riesling can be vinified into a variety of styles and our Beamsville Bench Riesling typically sits on the drier, steelier end of the spectrum.
On the nose, this wine is ripe with citrus fruits such as lemon and lime zest. In the background, hints of pink grapefruit round off the bouquet. The palate is quite dry, but very well balanced against its acidity, which provides refreshing finish that lingers on the palate.
Riesling is the perfect food companion because of its refreshing character. It stimulates the appetite, while cleansing the palate, making many dishes more enjoyable and flavourful. We recommend pairing this wine with white fish, poultry, cream sauces and richer dishes.
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| Varietal: | Riesling |
| Fermentation: | Estate Vineyard |
| Aging Method: | Stainless Steel |
| Alcohol: | 11.5% |
| Cases: | 1200 |
$26.95
This is the first vintage of this single vineyard designated wine. The Angels Step vineyard is an immaculate vineyard on the west side of the Beamsville Bench. Its 25 acres are sloped at a gradual step down that perfectly highlights everything that the bench is known for: slope, elevation, rich soil, excellent drainage and airflow.
This Pinot Noir is a very gentle but complex expression of the grape varietal. On the nose it has lots of cherry, earth, cedar and a bit of spice. The palate is medium to full with lots of raspberry and cherry. The acidity is really special giving this wine a refreshing note which would make it perfect for food.
The vinification includes more than 14 months in French oak barrels which offers excellent texture and softer tannins to the palate.
$34.95
| Varietal: | Pinot Noir 95%, Chardonnay 5% |
| Vineyard: | Angels Gate Estate |
| Aging Process: | Bottle Fermented (Traditional Method) |
| Alcohol: | 12.5% |
| Cases: | 100 |
$16.95
What is Fume Blanc? Well, Fume Blanc is Sauvignon Blanc with the addition of some oak aging. The key to the perfect Fume is to ensure that the balance between the fruit and the barrel texture is spot on. Acidity is a hallmark of this varietal and by adding in that oak aging the winemaker creates more structure and texture on the palate. This wine fits neatly between Chardonnay and Pinot Gris.
On the nose, look for some tree and tropical fruit as well as hints of toast. The palate is outstanding with excellent texture and length making this a complex medium bodied wine.
This wine pairs well with poultry, fish, pork loin, summer salads and stir-fry.
| Varietal: | Sauvignon Blanc |
| Vineyard: | Mountainview Vineyard |
| Aging Process: | Stainless Steel Fermented, Barrel Aged in French Oak |
| Alcohol: | 12.5% |
| Cases: | 400 |
$16.95
Muscat is a relatively new varietal to the Angels Gate family. This grape varietal is often classed as one of the aromatic whites sitting next to the likes of Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc and Gewurztraminer. But much like Gewurztraminer it has a distinct bouquet that is easily identifiable. Often one would find some of the typical citrus or tree fruit characteristic common with this style of white wine but it is elegantly weaved in with a wonderful floral note. This floral character is usually a dead give away for Muscat.
Our example is a very classic style offering great complexity in a mid weight aromatic superstar. Your taste buds will also be treated to a little more residual sugar as this wine comes in at about 30 g/L.
This wine is not only a great summer sipper but pairs well with a whole host of dishes. Try out a little roasted chicken, pan fried fish, pulled pork or stir-fry.
$16.95
Sauvignon Blanc is such an interesting grape varietal and can be vinified into several different styles. At Angels Gate, the house style is to maximize on the fruit character of the wine while maintaining that racy acidity. The acidity is a hallmark of this varietal and creates structure and finesse. This wine fits neatly between Unoaked Chardonnay and Pinot Gris.
On the nose, look for that lemon zest and a hint of grapefruit. One might also find some classic grassy notes or a herbal quality. Enjoy this Sauvignon Blanc with your favourite fish recipe and you won't be disappointed.
To top it all off this wine won a Gold Medal at the 2019 Ontario Wine Awards!
| Varietal: | Sauvignon Blanc |
| Vineyard: | Mountainview Vineyard |
| Aging Process: | Stainless Steel Fermented |
| Alcohol: | 13% |
| Cases: | 1300 |
$19.95
What would summer be without the perfect patio or pool wine. Our 2016 Shine is a first vintage sparkling wine vinified using the Muscat grape. It is finished in an off-dry and very refreshing style. Look for notes of citrus and tree fruit on the nose.
$15.95
Cabernet Merlot is one of the world’s most common blends. It is typically a blend of one or both of the Cabernet grapes as well as Merlot. In our example we are using Cabernet Franc and Merlot. The Cabernet creates the skeletal structure of the wine, while the Merlot offers elegance. From a winemaker perspective this type of blend is exciting to make, as it is often done solely by nose. Each varietal is monitored and tasted regularly, to allow the fruit to express itself. When the individual wines are close to maturity the winemaker begins selection of specific barrels and proportions for the blend based on the final style of wine that is required. This process takes several months to complete.
The final wine is truly a robust blend of these classic varietals. When the wine is freshly opened it shows aromas of cherry, fig and cedar. Once it has had time to breath, it demonstrates characters of red currant, blackberry, earth and cigar box, followed by subtle undertones of stewed fruits, mulling spices and green peppercorn. The palate is warm with good structure, yet not overwhelming in tannins, followed by a dry finish.
Cabernet Merlot is best served with fine cuts of meat or full flavoured fish. It may also be paired with rich pasta dishes and aged cheeses.
| Varietal: | Cabernet Franc 60% / Merlot 40% |
| Vineyard: | Estate Vineyard, KEW Vineyard |
| Aging Process: | Barrel Aged French Oak 16 Months |
| Alcohol: | 13.5% |
| Cases: | 3200 |
$15.95
Gewurztraminer is one of the most full bodied of the aromatic white family. The key to a great Gewurztraminer is patience in the vineyard. If picked too early it loses some of its distinct aroma, but picked too late the crop can be overcome by breakdown. It takes a watchful eye and much berry sampling to pick this varietal at just the right time.
When picked on time, its aroma is so distinct that even a novice wine drinker could identify it in a blind tasting. Our Gewurztraminer is a great example of aromatics, with classic lychee fruit, rose petal and floral character. The palate has an oily texture, combined with a hint of spice and tropical fruit. The finish is considered off-dry, which entails a sense of sweetness followed by a drying sensation.
Gewurztraminer can be a difficult varietal to pair with food. We like to pair this wine with seafood dishes such as Thai red curry mussels or grilled lobster. It also pairs wonderfully with egg based dishes, like a Quiche Lorraine.
| Varietal: | Gewurztraminer |
| Fermentation: | KEW Vineyard |
| Aging Method: | Stainless Steel Fermented |
| Alcohol: | 13.5% |
| Cases: | 1200 |
$23.95
What is a GSM? Well, it could be a few different blends if you are in the wine know. Our example is an elegant blend of Gamay, Syrah and Merlot.
The unique combination of these three varietals brings something really special to the party. The Gamay provides a soft, refreshing and fresh red berry note. The Syrah brings structure to the palate as well as a bit of smoke and spice while the Merlot does what Merlot does best and provides a soft and velvety finish.
The GSM is part of our limited addition wines with a production of just 200 cases.
Best paired with grilled meats, light fish or pasta dishes.
| Varietal: | Gamay 66%, Syrah 23%, Merlot 11% |
| Vineyard: | Estate Vineyards |
| Aging Method: | Barrel aged in French oak for 18 months |
| Alcohol: | 13% |
| Cases: | 200 |
$13.95
Our Sussreserve Riesling is an easy drinking and approachable style of Riesling. Despite its approachability, creating the perfect balance in an off-dry Riesling is challenging. Utilizing the Sussreserve winemaking technique is part of what makes this wine so popular. This method calls on the winemaker to add unfermented Riesling juice to the dry finished Riesling prior to bottling. The addition serves three purposes: it gives the wine weight and dimension, it increases the sweetness of the wine naturally and it slightly reduces the alcohol percentage. The amount of juice added varies year to year, depending on the sweetness and acidity of the base wine.
The aromatics of this wine are a true standout. It is fruit forward with notes of pineapple, nectarine, star fruit and lemon zest. The nose follows through on the palate with further tropical fruit characteristics and an additional weight that you don’t find in most Rieslings.
On the finish there is sweetness up front, followed by a lingering citrus zest.
This vintage is enjoyable with poultry dishes such as lemon or herbed chicken. It is also superb with spicy dishes, such as Indian curries.
| Varietal: | Riesling |
| Fermentation: | KEW and Hill Vineyard |
| Aging Method: | Stainless Steel Fermented |
| Alcohol: | 11.5% |
| Cases: | 5000 |
$19.95
| Varietal: | Pinot Noir |
| Vineyard: | KEW Vineyard |
| Aging Process: | Free run juice, stainless steel fermented and aged. |
| Alcohol: | 12.5% |
| Cases: | 300 |
$14.95
Everyone loves an underdog and Gamay, although a classic varietal, always seems to walk in the shadow of Pinot Noir. However, Gamay Noir typically offers enhanced acidity and a more fruit forward palate than the average Pinot Noir.
We treat our Gamay with as much respect as our Pinot Noir. The vines are meticulously maintained ensuring that we get a balanced crop abound with ripe fruit. As Gamay Noir is a delicate style of wine, we allow it to sit on the skins for two weeks. This helps derive colour and complexity. The wine is then barrel aged in both small and large French oak barrels to soften and mature the wine.
On the nose this wine is full of red plum, raspberry, blackberry and a hint of smoked meat. The palate is refreshing, with dominate red berry notes. With its natural acidity, Gamay Noir is a wine that resets the palate with each sip.
One of the best things about Gamay Noir is its versatility. When slightly chilled the fruit steps forward even more, while the acidity drops further into the background. This keeps the wine refreshing and is perfect for those that typically drink white wine.
Gamay Noir is a real treat when served alongside grilled meats, stuffed peppers or light gravies. It is also fabulous paired with spicy chicken wings.
| Varietal: | Gamay Noir |
| Vineyard: | Fox Vineyard |
| Aging Process: | Barrel Aged in French Oak for 10 Months |
| Alcohol: | 13% |
| Cases: | 1100 |
$14.95
Pinot Gris is an interesting grape varietal, as it can produce multiple styles of wine ranging from the light and fruity Pinot Grigio to the dry austere Pinot Gris. We have attempted to bridge the gap between said styles by creating a wine that is somewhere between a Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay.
The core of this wine is our Beamsville Bench fruit. This fruit is always robust and full of character due to the heavy clay loam the vines contend with. We cool ferment and skin soak the berries to achieve colour, while maintaining a solid fruit structure. We then take that fruity wine and age it slowly in mature oak barrels. This aging process develops the mid-palate giving the wine added structure and finesse, without imparting an overwhelming oaky character.
The nose features a bouquet of peach, honey, rose and green tea leaf. Hints of vanilla are also imparted by the French oak used in maturation. The palate is very well balanced in acidity, body, and warmth.
With a weighty mouth feel and fruit forward finish, this Pinot Gris is an excellent food companion. Pair it with your favourite salmon or poultry dish. We also recommend pairing with a wild mushroom risotto or pork tenderloin.
| Varietal: | Pinot Gris |
| Vineyard: | Angels Step Vineyard |
| Aging Process: | Stainless Steel Fermented, Barrel Aged in Mature French Oak. |
| Alcohol: | 13.5% |
| Cases: | 1300 |
$18.95
Pinot Noir is a difficult grape to grow, as it requires much maintenance and care throughout the growing season. Winemakers the world over struggle with this varietal, but when done well it is amongst the richest and most complex wines the world over. A number of our vintages of Pinot Noir are award winners, making us a premium producer. Our select vineyard locations are also some of the oldest and most fertile in the region.
This Pinot Noir has been harvested from very low yielding vines, in order to enhance the elegant nature of the grape. The berries are sorted and whole pressed very gently. We then use a combination of new and mature oak to round out the palate and add additional structure. The nose is full of cherry, raspberry, earth tones and toasty oak. The mouth feel is complex and warm, with good texture. The tannins are silky and soft, making this an approachable wine in its youth.
Pinot Noir is a varietal that pairs well with food because it is not overstated. Meats such as game or rare cuts are perfect for the soft texture of this wine, though it also pairs beautifully with fish or light pasta dishes.
| Varietal: | Pinot Noir |
| Vineyard: | KEW & Angels Step Vineyard |
| Aging Method: | Barrel Aged in French Oak for 12 Months |
| Alcohol: | 13.5% |
| Cases: | 2000 |
$14.95
The Chardonnay grape is revered the world over as the winemaker’s grape, as it presents the opportunity to leave a stamp of originality. Leaving said mark is equally important in both oaked and unoaked versions of this classic varietal. Our unoaked Chardonnay is meant to be a reflection of local terroir, as we believe that good viticultural practices are a key to crafting great wines.
Without the addition of oak we have allowed for several, specifically selected vineyards show the richness of the Niagara Peninsula. Upon first glance this wine has a soft, golden straw hue. Aromas of pear, green apple and lemon zest dominate the nose. The palate shows bright acidity and a light, clean body. The palate features notes of apple and citrus up front, followed by a slightly peachy finish.
This Chardonnay pairs nicely with cream sauce entrees, poultry, sausage, salmon and whitefish.
| Varietal: | Chardonnay |
| Vineyard: | St. John Vineyard, Estate Vineyard and KEW Vineyard |
| Aging Process: | Stainless Steel |
| Alcohol: | 13.5% |
| Cases: | 3000 |
$62.35 $66.80
Package consists of:
1 bottle 2018 Gewurztraminer
1 bottle 2017 Muscato
1 bottle 2016 Riesling
1 bottle 2019 Angels Share Rose
Here is a collection of our recommended spring wines. Aromatic wines are just so enjoyable during the early Spring. They sometime remind us of new growth and the fresh smells that are all around us this time of year. Each of these choices has a slightly different aroma to tantalize the senses.
Gewurztraminer - Lychee and rose petal
Muscato - White flowers
Riesling - Citrus fruit
Rose - Red berries
$25.00
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$29.95
This Riesling Icewine dosage is a fairly new edition to the Angels Gate sparkling family. This varietal is not normally considered a traditional grape for sparkling wine but it well known as Icewine. The balance with the dosage makes this wine sweet but very refreshing.
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| Varietal: | Riesling |
| Vineyard: | Mountainview Vineyard |
| Aging Process: | Bottle Fermented (Traditional Method) |
| Alcohol: | 11.5% |
| Cases: | 400 |
$58.85 $64.85
Package consists of:
1 bottle 2018 Sussreserve Riesling
1 bottle 2016 Mountainview Viognier
1 bottle 2018 GSM
After a winter indoors, it’s time to get outside, smell the great fresh air and fire up the grill. Our wines from this collection will kick the season off and amp up your BBQ game!
$72.85 $75.90
Pinot Noir has been close to Philip’s heart since the ’80s. This varietal is the prima donna of grapes…it needs just the right amount of sun, rain and slope/soil otherwise it will not shine. Luckily, Philip works his magic every vintage and produces some of the best Pinot Noir in Canada.
Our Winemaker’s Pinot Noir Collection offers 3 distinct wines, each accompanied with personal notes from Philip.
1 bottle 2019 Pinot Noir - This wine is a blend of Pinot Noir grapes from several of our vineyards in Beamsville.
1 bottle 2016 Mountainview Pinot Noir - The grapes for this wine have come solely from our estate vineyard on the Beamsville Bench.
1 bottle 2017 Angels Step Pinot Noir - Our organically farmed grapes for this Pinot Noir are grown in the west end of the Beamsville Bench.
