Wines made from Ortega grapes of British Columbia
Discover the best wines made with Ortega as a single variety or as a blend of British Columbia.
More informations about the variety Ortega
An intraspecific cross between Müller-Thurgau and Siegerrebe obtained in 1948 by Hans Breider (1908-1960) at the Bavarian Research Station for Viticulture and Horticulture in Veitsnöchheim (Germany). Almost unknown in France, it can be found in Germany, Belgium, England, the United States and Canada. Its early maturity and muscatel taste have sometimes led to it being offered as a table grape on market stalls.
More informations about the region of British Columbia
British Columbia is Canada's westernmost province, located on the edge of the Pacific Ocean. The diversity of landscapes here – from rainy islands to desert-like valley floors – means that a wide variety of Grapes are planted here. They include Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Riesling, as well as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. While volumes are lower than those of the province of Ontario, British Columbia is home to a rapidly growing wine industry.
What are the typical flavors of the Ortega grape variety?
- Tree fruitPresent in 13% of Ortega
- Citrus fruitPresent in 5% of Ortega
- EarthPresent in 3% of Ortega
- MicrobioPresent in 3% of Ortega
- Tropical fruitPresent in 2% of Ortega