Averill Creek Vineyard - Charme de l'île

Averill Creek Vineyard - Charme de l'îleAverill Creek is a estate producer, sourcing only a small percentage of their grapes. Their property is surrounded by forests, which provide both protection and a range of growing conditions. The result is unique character in the fruit, owing to varying amounts of sunlight and shade in different plots. The vineyard is situated on Royston Qualicum soil: a blend of glacial stone, clay, and old growth organics, which allows sufficient drainage and root

Founded in 1953 by Jean-Louis Ferran and his sons Daniel and Jean-Pierre

Pippins is a “sharp” style cider

The result is unique character in the fruit

totaling an entire hectare between them

followed in quick succession by the Premier Grand Cru in 1951

limiting the time spent in oak to enhance each wine’s personality

the cellar is entirely modern

their 2020 Aveleda Parcela do Roseiral and Aveleda Solos de Granito received 93 points each

Basilicata

The lofts continue to be used as a key element in the aging of Blandy’s finest wines

Raphaël’s and Vincent’s skilful barrel aging and use of cork closures

The energy of this beginning is collected in the note that is still written on the first page of the Marescalchi