2009 Meritage – BC VQA Okanagan Valley
Here it comes again: our latest edition of the world-famous Bordeaux-grapes/California-named blend that’s become synonymous with high quality quaffing across Canada and throughout the U.S.—the marvellous Meritage. We chose our grapes from leading South Okanagan Valley vineyards and blended it here in Langley to our winemaker’s exacting specifications—lots of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, a little Cabernet Franc.
And on the table? Anything you like that’s hale and hearty, but a favourite in our circle is Austrian ham (Kaiserschinken) or Parma Prosciutto with shaved Parmesan petals and a splash of extra virgin olive oil on top. Crusty Tuscan style bread in good supply. Or fresh-made pasta with tinned Italian tuna (the kind packed in olive oil, not the wimpy version that’s drenched in water!), black peppercorns, a couple of hot chili peppers and lots of fresh rosemary.