Top 100 red wines of Twenty Mile Bench

Discover the top 100 best red wines of Twenty Mile Bench of Niagara Peninsula as well as the best winemakers in the region. Explore the varietals of the red wines that are popular of Twenty Mile Bench and the best vintages to taste in this region.

Discovering the wine region of Twenty Mile Bench

VQA sub-appellation in the middle of the Niagara Escarpment (Ontario) with a double bench formation: cool climate ideal for signature Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling and Gewurztraminer. Fresh, balanced wines with smooth texture and integrated fruit. Aromatic whites with stone fruit and the mineral signature of bench appellations. Pinots with classic earthy fruit and refined tannic structure.

Escarpment shelters from southwest winds, long sun exposure.

Discover the grape variety: Cabernet franc

Supple, fragrant reds with fine tannins and vibrant freshness, showing raspberry, violet, green pepper, pencil lead and gentle spice aromas. Star of the Loire as a single variety (Chinon, Bourgueil, Saumur-Champigny) and of the right bank of Bordeaux in blends (Cheval Blanc at 60%). Also in semi-dry Anjou rosés. A historic Bordeaux variety, parent of Cabernet-Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmenère.