Pelee Island Pinot Noir Reserve VQA
VS.
Thornbury Pinot Noir
Tale of the Tape:
These are two teams that play physical brands of hockey. This might end up being one of the most physically taxing series in the first round. Carolina has a lot to prove and the Islanders ultimately have nothing to lose – with that being said, this will be an entertaining series.
Hockey WineUp Prediction
Hockey WineUp is choosing Thornbury Pinot Noir – Marlborough New Zealand produces very approachable Pinot Noirs that are true expressions of New Zealand Wine. The Pelee Island Pinot Noir is a unique wine from Ontario and worth trying to compare to the Niagara Region, however in our opinion the Thornbury selection is superior.
Pelee Island Pinot Noir Reserve VQA
Pairing: Carolina Hurricanes
Vintage Year: N/A
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Country: Canada
Region: Ontario, Pelee Island
Alcohol/Volume: 12.5%
Price: $19.45
From the LCBO:
Medium ruby red colour; aromas of berry fruit, smoke and chocolate, with underlying notes of fruit jam and cloves; extra dry, medium bodied with berry fruit, smoky oak and chocolate flavours; well balanced with moderate to long finish.
Thornbury Pinot Noir
Pairing: New York Islanders
Vintage Year: 2020
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Country: New Zealand
Region: Marlborough
Alcohol/Volume: 13.5%
Price: $21.95
From the Winery:
The 2020 Thornbury Pinot Noir is beautifully perfumed, rich and full-bodied, with hints of spice, dried herb, cherry, and violet notes. The palate is soft and juicy with a silky velvet texture.
Pinot Noir grown on the dry, predominantly clay derived soils of Southern Clays sub region make up the components of this Thornbury Pinot Noir. Dry hot summers and cool nights produce low yielding vines, ideal for the development of intense flavour and tannin.
Schedule:
Game 1: Monday, April 17: at Carolina, 7 p.m
Game 2: Wednesday, April 19: at Carolina, 7 p.m
Game 3: Friday, April 21: at New York, 7 p.m
Game 4: Sunday, April 23: at New York, 1 p.m
Game 5: *Tuesday, April 25: at Carolina
Game 6: *Friday, April 28: at New York
Game 7: *Sunday, April 30: at Carolina
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