Pelee Island Empress Orange

In 1894, Pelee Island produced one of Canada’s first Méthode Classique or Traditional Method wines, “L’Empereur”. 127 years later, Pelee Island Winery has created “Empress”, a nod by our winemaking team to the past, with a glimpse to the future. Before pressing our Gewurztraminer grapes, they get macerated on their skins and seeds for 28 days, creating a beautiful golden “orange” appearance.

TASTING NOTES: You’ll notice complex aromatic notes of tropical fruit, allspice, and fresh rose petals on the nose, while crisp lychee and florals linger on the palate, finishing dry and clean with beautiful texture and subtle tannins.