Grapes:

The grapes are hand-picked at its optimum ripeness of 22-24 brix. They are then carefully packaged in cases with perforated bags to allow breathing while moisture absorbent sheets are used to maintain balance and high quality. The plastic collapsible trays used to protect the grapes are 100% recyclable.

Pre-Crushed Grapes:

Pre-crushed grapes is a limited time product brought from Chile. The grapes are pre-crushed, stabalized and frozen to ensure freshness. This product is packaged in 23L Toro Negro pails and is ready to be fermented. The brix on this product is 23.5 with an acidity of 5.5g/L

Juices:

Also maintaining 22-24 brix, the grapes are cooled upon release from the vines. They are then pressed, macerated for optimal colour extraction and decanted. To ensure a low residue product, the juices are coarsely filtered.

Grape and Juice Varietals

Reds:

Varietal	Description	Food Pairing Recommendations
Cabernet Sauvignon	A bold, full-bodied wine that is low in acidity and carries a black currant flavour.	Bold meats with round seasonings. Avoid spices and strong cheeses that will overcome the wine.
Merlot	A light wine that holds a soft, fruity flavour with chocolate notes and is often blended with other grapes.	Red meat and some poultry.
Carmenere	A medium-bodied wine that carries a cherry fruity flavour at optimal ripeness.	Red meat.
Malbec	A full-bodied wine that is not overly spicy and holds a slight peppery note.	May be blended with merlot grapes. Quite food-friendly.
Syrah	A robust, full-flavoured wine that hold berry, chocolate, and espresso notes.	Red meat, spicy pizza, herbed sauces on red meat, and turkey.
Pinot Noir	A medium-bodied wine with a black cherry and currant aroma, considered to be one of the most romantic wines.	Light meat, chicken, salmon, and anything on the grill.

Whites:

Varietal	Description	Food Pairing Recommendations
Sauvignon Blanc	A crisp, dry and refreshing wine with relatively low acidity.	White or light fish, mild cheese, and fruit.
Chardonnay	A smooth, well-rounded, fruity wine that is quite versatile and considered a favourite among white Chilean grapes.	Grilled chicken, grilled fish including salmon, shellfish and anything with a cream sauce.
Muscato	A popular dry wine with an extremely fragrant and floral and sweet aroma.	Consumed as a wine, dessert wine, fortified wine, sparkling champagne, and liquor.
Viognier	A medium-to-full-bodied wine with an aroma of orange blossom and honey, carrying apricot and peach notes.	Spicy foods, such as Thai or Vietnamese, and strong cheeses.