The Winery Rigour & Whimsy of Okanagan Valley of British Columbia

Winery Rigour & Whimsy
The winery offers 8 different wines
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Its wines get an average rating of 3.7.
It is currently not ranked among the best domains of British Columbia.
It is located in Okanagan Valley in the region of British Columbia

The Winery Rigour & Whimsy is one of the best wineries to follow in Okanagan Valley.. It offers 8 wines for sale in of Okanagan Valley to come and discover on site or to buy online.

Rigour & Whimsy Estate is a unique and charming vineyard, nestled in the picturesque Okanagan Valley, in the heart of Canada. A true oasis of naturalness, it's a place where tradition intersects with innovation, where the rigour of wine making is combined with a touch of whimsy. With the basic philosophy that each bottle of wine is a work of art, Rigour & Whimsy Estate pays particular attention to every detail. The vines are grown in a traditional manner, without the use of harmful chemicals, and with respect for the land. Grapes are hand-picked at the peak of their maturity, and the wine is refined with care, to maintain its unique and authentic character. What really sets Rigour & Whimsy Estate apart is its collection of wines. Ranging from classic regional varieties such as Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, to more unique and avant-garde varieties like Grüner Veltliner and Gewürztraminer, each wine has a story to tell. Their Pinot Gris for example, is a delicate, fresh, and well-balanced white wine, that wonderfully expresses the terroir of Okanagan. From the warm welcome in the tasting room, to the breathtaking landscape of rolling vineyards, and the delicate pleasure of the wines offered, Rigour & Whimsy Estate provides a rich experience in flavour and conviviality. The estate also organizes various events throughout the year, to allow visitors to discover new flavours and meet passionate winemakers. Each season brings its own excitement with varied events ranging from grape harvests to outdoor wine tastings.

Top Winery Rigour & Whimsy wines

Looking for the best Winery Rigour & Whimsy wines in Okanagan Valley among all the wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent Winery Rigour & Whimsy wines. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be suitable with the wines from this area. Learn more about the region and the Winery Rigour & Whimsy wines with technical and enological descriptions.

The top sparkling wines of Winery Rigour & Whimsy

Food and wine pairings with a sparkling wine of Winery Rigour & Whimsy

How Winery Rigour & Whimsy wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of rich fish (salmon, tuna etc), shellfish or pork such as recipes of cream and tuna quiche, penne with shrimp and zucchini or texas style ribs / loin ribs.

Organoleptic analysis of sparkling wines of Winery Rigour & Whimsy

On the nose the sparkling wine of Winery Rigour & Whimsy. often reveals types of flavors of microbio, tree fruit or non oak and sometimes also flavors of earth, oak or citrus fruit.

The best vintages in the sparkling wines of Winery Rigour & Whimsy

  • 0With an average score of 3.63/5
  • 2018With an average score of 3.50/5

The grape varieties most used in the sparkling wines of Winery Rigour & Whimsy.

  • Roussanne
  • Pinot Blanc
  • Marsanne

Discovering the wine region of Okanagan Valley

Main vineyard of western Canada, unique climatic contrast. Cooler north: fine Pinot Noir with red fruits, mineral Riesling, balanced Chardonnay. Sunny desert south (Osoyoos): firm Cabernet Sauvignon, round Merlot, spicy deep Syrah. World-renowned specialty: Icewine from Riesling or Vidal, sweet and concentrated (apricot, honey, candied fruits), from grapes frozen on the vine.

150 km along the lake, 200+ estates. Sunniest region in North America.

The top white wines of Winery Rigour & Whimsy

Food and wine pairings with a white wine of Winery Rigour & Whimsy

How Winery Rigour & Whimsy wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of rich fish (salmon, tuna etc), shellfish or pork such as recipes of cod rougail, paella for dummies (simple and delicious) or roast pork with mustard and honey.

Organoleptic analysis of white wines of Winery Rigour & Whimsy

On the nose the white wine of Winery Rigour & Whimsy. often reveals types of flavors of tree fruit, spices or citrus fruit and sometimes also flavors of earth, non oak or oak.

The best vintages in the white wines of Winery Rigour & Whimsy

  • 2019With an average score of 4.00/5
  • 0With an average score of 3.77/5
  • 2018With an average score of 3.70/5
  • 2016With an average score of 3.60/5
  • 2017With an average score of 3.50/5

The grape varieties most used in the white wines of Winery Rigour & Whimsy.

  • Pinot Blanc
  • Viognier

Discover the grape variety: Marsanne

Rich, structured whites with a round palate and long finish, with aromas of ripe yellow fruits, honey, white flowers, toasted almond and mineral notes. Fine ageing potential, developing waxy and truffle nuances with age. Key variety in the great whites of the northern Rhône (Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage, Saint-Joseph, Saint-Péray) blended with roussanne. Also exported to Australia (Victoria) and California. Native Rhône variety.

The top red wines of Winery Rigour & Whimsy

Food and wine pairings with a red wine of Winery Rigour & Whimsy

How Winery Rigour & Whimsy wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or pork such as recipes of beef bourguignon with cookéo, slippers with lamb or pork cheeks confit in cider.

Organoleptic analysis of red wines of Winery Rigour & Whimsy

On the nose the red wine of Winery Rigour & Whimsy. often reveals types of flavors of earth, microbio or vegetal and sometimes also flavors of oak, spices or red fruit.

The best vintages in the red wines of Winery Rigour & Whimsy

  • 0With an average score of 3.72/5
  • 2018With an average score of 3.60/5
  • 2019With an average score of 3.60/5

The grape varieties most used in the red wines of Winery Rigour & Whimsy.

  • Gamay Noir
  • Shiraz/Syrah
  • Viognier
  • Roussanne
  • Marsanne

The word of the wine: Deep

A rich, complex wine that lingers on the palate and gradually reveals a strong potential for aroma and structure.

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Discover the grape variety: Viognier

Opulent, heady whites, rich and silky, with intense aromas of apricot, yellow peach, mango, violet, honeysuckle and musky, honeyed notes. Discreet acidity, creamy finish. Star of Condrieu AOC and Château-Grillet AOC, co-vinified in Côte-Rôtie with Syrah (up to 20%). Widely exported to California (Central Coast), Australia (Eden Valley) and Languedoc. A Rhône variety.