Redstone Winery
We were proud to feature Redstone Winery in July 2023.
Redstone Winery® is the latest venture by Moray Tawse and his incredible winemaking team. In his quest to explore terroir, Tawse purchased the Lincoln Lakeshore property in 2009. Inspired by the red dust which covered everything, including his boots, the first time he strolled the vineyard, he named the new winery Redstone, for its intensely red clay soil and large stones.
The 38-acre estate vineyard, farmed organically, is perfect for maturing late-ripening varietals including merlot, cabernet franc, cabernet sauvignon and syrah. There is also pinot gris on the property, and riesling, sauvignon blanc, and chardonnay from their Limestone Vineyard rounds out the estate portfolio.
Wines included in your package:
Enthusiast Red & White: 2021 Bistro Chardonnay, 2018 Estate Merlot
Enthusiast Red Only: 2018 Estate Merlot, 2020 Bistro Cabernet Merlot
Enthusiast White Only: 2019 Limestone Chardonnay, 2020 Gewürztraminer
Expert Red & White: 2021 White Meritage, 2021 Skin Fermented White, 2018 Estate Merlot
Expert Red Only: 2013 Merlot Syrah, 2020 Bistro Cabernet Merlot, 2018 Estate Merlot
Expert White Only: 2019 Limestone Chardonnay, 2020 Gewürztraminer, 2021 White Meritage
Master Red & White: 2020 Gewürztraminer, 2019 Limestone Chardonnay, 2021 Skin Fermented White, 2018 Estate Merlot, 2013 Merlot Syrah, 2015 Estate Syrah
Master Red Only: 2018 Estate Merlot, 2013 Merlot Syrah, 2015 Estate Syrah, 2020 Bistro Cabernet Merlot (x2), 2013 Limestone Pinot Noir
Tasting Notes
BISTRO CHARDONNAY, 2021
Redstone Winery, Niagara Peninsula Buy this wineTasting notes written by Tony Aspler.
Geographical Indication: VQA Niagara Peninsula
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vineyard: Select Niagara Peninsula vineyards
Alcohol: 12%
Residual Sugar: 3 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 200
Appearance: Bright, straw colour.
Nose: Toasty, spicy, apple with a vanilla note.
Palate: Medium-bodied, dry, apple flavour, crisp, well-balanced, well-integrated oak. Lovely mouthfeel. Lemony finish giving great length.
Quality: 91 points – Wine Club Canada. Outstanding. Drink now or through 2024.
Food Pairing: Roasted chicken with lemon and garlic, creamy seafood chowder, pesto penne with tomatoes and mozzarella, sweet potato and quinoa chili, and grilled crab legs.
ESTATE MERLOT, 2018
Redstone Winery, Niagara Peninsula Buy this wineTasting notes written by Tony Aspler.
Geographical Indication: VQA Lincoln Lakeshore
Varietal: Merlot
Vineyard: Redstone Vineyard
Alcohol: 13%
Residual Sugar: 0 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 166
Appearance: Deep purple in colour.
Nose: Cedary, blueberry, vanilla, cherry cola nose with oak spice and a tobacco note.
Palate: Medium-bodied, dry, firmly structured with lively acidity and ripe tannins.
Quality: 90 – 92 points – Wine Club Canada. Outstanding. Can be opened now but will reward cellaring two years.
Food Pairing: Hazelnut-crusted lamb chops, Hawaiian burger with grilled pineapple, honey-balsamic pork chops, sweet and sour-roasted brussels sprouts, and steak frites.
LIMESTONE CHARDONNAY, 2019
Redstone Winery, Niagara Peninsula Buy this wineTasting notes written by Tony Aspler.
Geographical Indication: VQA Twenty Mile Bench
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vineyard: Limestone Vineyard
Alcohol: 13%
Residual Sugar: 1 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 100
Appearance: Bright, straw colour.
Nose: Toasty, spicy, apple bouquet with a thread of minerality.
Palate: Medium-bodied, dry, apple, peach and lemon flavours with well-integrated oak. Good length.
Quality: 90 points – Wine Club Canada. Outstanding. Drink now and through 2024.
Food Pairing: Seafood risotto, grilled chicken with bruschetta topping, bell pepper and ricotta primavera, garden vegetable tempura, and chili-glazed salmon.
BISTRO CABERNET MERLOT, 2020
Redstone Winery, Niagara Peninsula Buy this wineGeographical Indication: VQA Niagara Peninsula
Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon (46%), Cabernet Franc (44%), Merlot (10%)
Vineyard: Select Niagara Peninsula vineyards
Alcohol: 13%
Residual Sugar: 2 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 250
Appearance: Bright. Semi-opaque. Dark ruby colour.
Nose: Aromas of candied apple, cherry pie, blackberry, hints of savoury green herbs, and a touch of menthol.
Palate: Medium acid, medium tannin, medium body. Dry. Black cherry, cassis, green pepper, black tea, and a hint of pepper spice. Nicely balanced with a long finish.
Quality: 90 – 91 points – Wine Club Canada. Outstanding. Drink now or hold 1-2 years.
Food Pairing: Red wine-braised pork tacos, smoked cheddar steak sandwich, duck ragu, vegan enchiladas, and prime rib with garlic aioli.
GEWÜRZTRAMINER, 2020
Redstone Winery, Niagara Peninsula Buy this wineTasting notes written by Tony Aspler.
Geographical Indication: VQA Vinemount Ridge
Varietal: Gewürztraminer
Vineyard: Redstone Vineyard
Alcohol: 13.5%
Residual Sugar: 15 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 333
Appearance: Golden straw in colour.
Nose: Minerally, spicy, aromatic, lychee nose with a floral note and a touch of sulphur.
Palate: Medium-bodied, just off-dry, lychee and passionfruit flavours. Well-balanced, juicy and delicious.
Quality: 90 points – Wine Club Canada. Outstanding. Drink now or hold 1-2 years.
Food Pairing: Coconut shrimp with sweet chili sauce, miso-glazed pork belly, Thai red curry, maple-ginger chicken stir fry, and summer squash carpaccio.
MERLOT SYRAH, 2013
Redstone Winery, Niagara Peninsula Buy this wineTasting notes written by Tony Aspler.
Geographical Indication: VQA Niagara Peninsula
Varietals: Merlot (60%), Syrah (40%)
Vineyard: Merlot — Laundry Vineyard and Syrah — Hillside Vineyard
Alcohol: 13%
Residual Sugar: 0 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 250
Appearance: Deep purple-ruby in colour.
Nose: Cedary, toasty, tobacco and blackberry nose with vanilla and white pepper notes.
Palate: Medium- to full-bodied, dry, juicy, blackberry flavour with lively acidity.
Quality: 89 – 90 points – Wine Club Canada. Very Good+ / Outstanding. Can be opened now but will improve with 1 –2 years.
Food Pairing: Chorizo and sweet potato chili, baby back ribs with Tamarind glaze, seared ahi tuna steaks, beef stroganoff, and pan-fried gnocchi and broccoli in black peppercorn sauce.
SKIN FERMENTED WHITE, 2021
Redstone Winery, Niagara Peninsula Buy this wineGeographical Indication: VQA Niagara Peninsula
Varietals: Riesling (56%), Gewürztraminer (44%)
Vineyard: Redstone Vineyard
Alcohol: 10.5%
Residual Sugar: 0 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 250
Appearance: Clear, bright. Light amber colour.
Nose: An intense bouquet of orange blossom, honeysuckle, orange, apricot, and sweet green herbs.
Palate: Medium acid, medium- body. Dry. Savoury flavours of apricot, citrus zest, and green herbs.
Quality: 89 – 90 points – Wine Club Canada. Very Good+ / Outstanding. Drink now or hold 1-2 years.
Food Pairing: Charcuterie board with brie and prosciutto, mushroom quesadilla with caramelized onions, lobster Thermador, orange chicken with orzo, and baked vegetable Biryani.
ESTATE SYRAH, 2015
Redstone Winery, Niagara Peninsula Buy this wineGeographical Indication: VQA Lincoln Lakeshore
Varietal: Syrah
Vineyard: Redstone Vineyard
Alcohol: 13.5%
Residual Sugar: 0 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 291
Appearance: Bright. Semi-opaque. Dark ruby colour.
Nose: Intense aromas of black cherry, cassis, baking spice, black pepper, and an herbal note.
Palate: Medium acid, medium tannin, medium body. Bold flavours of dark cherry, black plum, blackcurrant, savoury green herbs, and black pepper. Well-balanced with smooth tannins.
Quality: 90 points – Wine Club Canada. Outstanding.
Food Pairing: Onion-braised beef brisket, smoked pulled pork sandwiches, Tandoori chicken, roasted vegetable couscous with mascarpone, and tuna croquettes.
WHITE MERITAGE, 2021
Redstone Winery, Niagara Peninsula Buy this wineTasting notes written by Tony Aspler.
Geographical Indication: VQA Niagara Peninsula
Varietals: Sauvignon Blanc (85.4%), Sémillon (14.6%)
Vineyard: Select Niagara Peninsula vineyards
Alcohol: 11.5%
Residual Sugar: 0 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 100
Appearance: Pale straw in colour.
Nose: Floral, green peach, minerally nose with a grassy note.
Palate: Medium-bodied, dry, green apple and melon flavours. Well-balanced, lovely mouthfeel.
Quality: 90 points – Wine Club Canada. Outstanding. Drink now or hold 1-2 years.
Food Pairing: Pan-fried halibut with lemon, bacon-wrapped scallops, miso-honey chicken and vermicelli noodle bowl, vegetarian sushi rolls, and baked zucchini with garlic and parmesan.
LIMESTONE PINOT NOIR, 2013
Redstone Winery, Niagara Peninsula Buy this wineGeographical Indication: VQA Twenty Mile Bench
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vineyard: Limestone Vineyard
Alcohol: 13%
Residual Sugar: 0 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 166
Appearance: Bright. Semi-opaque. Garnet coloured core.
Nose: Bold red cherry, licorice, baking spice, and a hint of menthol.
Palate: Medium acid, medium+ tannin, medium+ body. Deep flavours of dried cherry, black raspberry, anise, savoury green herbs, and black tea.
Quality: 90 points – Wine Club Canada. Outstanding.
Food Pairing: Sicilian pizza with pepperoni and spicy tomato sauce, chicken and brie grilled cheese sandwich, baked salmon with a parmesan-herb crust, steak Diane, and beet salad with goat cheese and balsamic dressing.
SPARKLING, 2017
Redstone Winery, Niagara Peninsula Buy this wineGeographical Indication: VQA Niagara Peninsula
Varietals: Chardonnay (73%), Pinot Noir (18%), Pinot Gris (9%)
Vineyard: Select Niagara Peninsula vineyards
Alcohol: 10.5%
Residual Sugar: 6 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 500 (six-bottle cases)
Appearance: Clear, bright. Light hay colour with active bubbles.
Nose: Lovely honeysuckle, lemon-lime, green apple, pear, and brioche aromas.
Palate: Medium acid, light body. Tantalizing flavours of sour green apple, lemon, lime, toasted bread, and a hint of minerality with delicate bubbles. Elegantly balanced and well structured.
Quality: 90 points – Wine Club Canada. Outstanding.
Food Pairing: Prawn cocktails with smoky mayonnaise, spicy butter and herb-baked oysters, mini spinach quiches, Vietnamese spring rolls, and vegan creamy lemon linguini.
LIMESTONE DRY RIESLING, 2021
Redstone Winery, Niagara Peninsula Buy this wineGeographical Indication: VQA Twenty Mile Bench
Varietal: Riesling
Vineyard: Limestone Vineyard – South
Alcohol: 10%
Residual Sugar: 10 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 291
Appearance: Bright, clear. Light straw colour.
Nose: A bouquet of white flowers, peach, green apple, orange, and lanolin.
Palate: Medium acid, light body. Delightful notes of green apple, peach pit, orange zest, and wet stone. Well balanced.
Quality: 90 points – Wine Club Canada. Outstanding.
Food Pairing: Seafood boil with lemon-garlic butter, Tom Yum hot and sour Thai soup, fried chicken with honey mustard, pan fried calamari with herbs and chilis, and jalapeño poppers.