Winery Crowsnest VineyardsSimilkameen Sunset Rosé
Pink wine
This wine is a blend of 2 varietals which are the Auxerrois and the Pinot noir.
This wine generally goes well with pork, poultry or veal.
Food and wine pairings with Similkameen Sunset Rosé
Pairings that work perfectly with Similkameen Sunset Rosé
Original food and wine pairings with Similkameen Sunset Rosé
The Similkameen Sunset Rosé of Winery Crowsnest Vineyards matches generally quite well with dishes of veal, pork or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of veal tagine with carrots and dried apricots, the garbure or casserons in the country style.
Details and technical informations about Winery Crowsnest Vineyards's Similkameen Sunset Rosé.
Discover the grape variety: Auxerrois
Auxerrois is a white grape variety native to Lorraine, which is also found in Alsace and in the Loire Valley, where it took off in 1950. Its name comes from the nurseries in Auxerre where it found refuge during the Second World War. Often called Pinot Auxerrois, it is part of the Moselle, Alsace and Côtes-de-Toul AOC grape varieties. Auxerrois should not be confused with côt or malbec, which are red grape varieties from the Cahors region and which may bear the same name. The bunches of Auxerrois are of medium size with small berries. It is a semi-late grape variety whose buds only come out when temperatures are well above 10°C. Auxerrois wines are characterized by finesse and acidity and subtle aromas of exotic fruits, fruits and white flowers. In France, it represents 1,600 hectares of production and some small parcels of Auxerrois are also present in Luxembourg, Germany, Canada and South Africa (2,300 hectares in total).
Informations about the Winery Crowsnest Vineyards
The Winery Crowsnest Vineyards is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 7 wines for sale in the of Similkameen Valley to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Similkameen Valley
The wine region of Similkameen Valley is located in the region of British Columbia of Canada. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Clos du Soleil or the Domaine Orofino produce mainly wines red, white and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Similkameen Valley are Merlot, Cabernet franc and Cabernet-Sauvignon, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Similkameen Valley often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or microbio and sometimes also flavors of vegetal, oak or tree fruit.
The wine 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.
The word of the wine: Attack
First impressions perceived after the wine is put in the mouth.
