Inniskillin 2021 Vidal Sparkling Icewine 375 ml

The Inniskillin 2021 Vidal Sparkling Icewine (375 ml) is a delightful twist on Canada’s iconic icewine, offering elegance and effervescence in a half‑bottle format.

🍇 Origins & Winemaking

• Made entirely from Vidal Blanc grapes from Niagara, hand-harvested at approximately –10 °C to concentrate sugars.

• Sparkling using the Charmat method, resulting in a soft mousse and 9.5% alcohol with around 229 g/L residual sugar—intensely sweet yet vibrant and well-structured.

👃 Aromas

• Rich and expressive, featuring ripe peach, apricot, mango, tropical notes of lychee and pineapple, and warm undertones of honey.

👅 Palate & Texture

• Creamy, viscous, and luscious with flavors of yellow apple, pear tart, treacle, butterscotch, and pear gelato.

• The gentle bubbles enliven the mid-palate, while spine-tingling acidity balances the sweetness for a refreshing finish.

🏅 Accolades & Reception

• Earned 95 points from Wine Enthusiast, praised as a “heck of a nice combination” for its balance of creamy texture and acidity.

• Reviewers note its uniqueness in the icewine category, applauding its structure and food-friendly style.

🍽️ Pairings & Serving

• Serve well-chilled (6–8 °C) in flute or small wine glass.

• Versatile with foie gras, blue cheeses, fruit-based desserts, tuna tartare with chili, or creamy dishes like crème brûlée.

✅ Summary

Inniskillin’s 2021 Vidal Sparkling Icewine offers a decadent yet balanced experience: luscious stone and tropical fruits, creamy mousse, and bright acidity—all elegantly contained in a festive half‑bottle. Highly rated and perfect as a celebratory aperitif or dessert companion.

"Spine-tingling acidity and a creamy, viscous texture make for a heck of a nice combination. This wine has aromas of yellow apple, pear tart, butterscotch and treacle. Frisky little bubbles attempt to emerge from thick flavors of lychee and pear gelato, with a touch of cinnamon." Wine Enthusiast 95 Points