Smokie Ridge Vineyard is pleased to offer our select 2015 to 2019 vintages
All our wines are 100% Vegan
Over The Ridge Chardonnay - 2012 - $17.95
A few of our more seasoned veterans got together to blend this vintage. The final result, they decided was so good that it was "Over The Ridge". We thought this was very appropriate given the vintage of the blenders! Pale straw yellow in colour with a light amber hue, this wine is clear and bright. With appealing aromas of white fruit, citrus and apricot. The palate is reminiscent of the nose with ripe fruit and citrusy undertones. There is good fruit, acid, alcohol balance giving it a lingering and harmonious finish. Try fresh lightly cooked shellfish, or a 4 cheese and mushroom lasagna. Properly cellar 2 to 3 years or more.
A few of our more seasoned veterans got together to blend this vintage. The final result, they decided was so good that it was "Over The Ridge". We thought this was very appropriate given the vintage of the blenders! Pale straw yellow in colour with a light amber hue, this wine is clear and bright. With appealing aromas of white fruit, citrus and apricot. The palate is reminiscent of the nose with ripe fruit and citrusy undertones. There is good fruit, acid, alcohol balance giving it a lingering and harmonious finish. Try fresh lightly cooked shellfish, or a 4 cheese and mushroom lasagna. Properly cellar 2 to 3 years or more.
Smokie’s le Blanc - Estate White - 2014 - $15.95
This lovely blend of Frontenac Gris and Louise Swenson grapes has a splash of Vidal to add some warm weather sweetness to the cold world dry. Our winemaker’s forte is knowing what each grape needs to bring out its strengths and here he has produced a clear bright wine with a slightly darker hue. With hints of apple, spices and honey on the nose, it tastes of sweet apples with some gooseberry and citrus notes, ending in a lush well balanced dry, fruity finish. This wine would pair wonderfully with sole almondine or chicken breasts stuffed with brie and caramelized leeks. Serve chilled.
This lovely blend of Frontenac Gris and Louise Swenson grapes has a splash of Vidal to add some warm weather sweetness to the cold world dry. Our winemaker’s forte is knowing what each grape needs to bring out its strengths and here he has produced a clear bright wine with a slightly darker hue. With hints of apple, spices and honey on the nose, it tastes of sweet apples with some gooseberry and citrus notes, ending in a lush well balanced dry, fruity finish. This wine would pair wonderfully with sole almondine or chicken breasts stuffed with brie and caramelized leeks. Serve chilled.
Soldier's Pride White - 2014 - $15.95
With more than 75 years of service to their country, three generations of LeBlancs are now bringing you the best that cold world grapes have to offer. The Louise Swenson grapes needed a heck of a lot more care and nurturing to get to fighting strength, after their seven years of basic training, these little guys are standing on guard. This clear and bright wine, with a light golden hue has aromas of sweet apples when still. With a quick swirl, the nose opens to offer elegant memories of fruit, spice and orange blossom. Balanced by a bright acidity, with hints of peach on the tongue, this light to medium bodied wine will serve wonderfully with Italian inspired meat dishes or French inspired seafood.
With more than 75 years of service to their country, three generations of LeBlancs are now bringing you the best that cold world grapes have to offer. The Louise Swenson grapes needed a heck of a lot more care and nurturing to get to fighting strength, after their seven years of basic training, these little guys are standing on guard. This clear and bright wine, with a light golden hue has aromas of sweet apples when still. With a quick swirl, the nose opens to offer elegant memories of fruit, spice and orange blossom. Balanced by a bright acidity, with hints of peach on the tongue, this light to medium bodied wine will serve wonderfully with Italian inspired meat dishes or French inspired seafood.
Two Shades of Grey - 2014 - $16.95
This Smokie Ridge signature blend is rich and mysterious, a secret only Smokie, the Winemaker, himself knows. When this cool climate grape meets its warm Italian cousin, it releases honey and lanolin aromas at first with underlying citrus and mineral notes. Flavours of rich fruit and honeysuckle with a medium to long fruit finish mean this wine will pair well with fish dishes or velvety sauces. We are sure you will enjoy Smokie's special blend.
This Smokie Ridge signature blend is rich and mysterious, a secret only Smokie, the Winemaker, himself knows. When this cool climate grape meets its warm Italian cousin, it releases honey and lanolin aromas at first with underlying citrus and mineral notes. Flavours of rich fruit and honeysuckle with a medium to long fruit finish mean this wine will pair well with fish dishes or velvety sauces. We are sure you will enjoy Smokie's special blend.
Das Riesling - 2014 - $17.95
'Reece-ling' must be the world's most misunderstood, and mispronounced, grape variety. Smokie has fermented this wonderful grape bone dry, and sculpted a white wine with more in the way of body and alcohol than its traditionally sweet cousins. The primary fruit aromas in Riesling are nectarine, apricot, honey-crisp apple and pear. This 2014 gem hits the mark with ripe apple aromas. On the palate you find light acid notes and a medium to long finish. This wine stands well on its own without food, but pairs beautifully with light cream or fish dishes. Serve lightly chilled.
'Reece-ling' must be the world's most misunderstood, and mispronounced, grape variety. Smokie has fermented this wonderful grape bone dry, and sculpted a white wine with more in the way of body and alcohol than its traditionally sweet cousins. The primary fruit aromas in Riesling are nectarine, apricot, honey-crisp apple and pear. This 2014 gem hits the mark with ripe apple aromas. On the palate you find light acid notes and a medium to long finish. This wine stands well on its own without food, but pairs beautifully with light cream or fish dishes. Serve lightly chilled.
Two Shades of Grey - 2019 - $17.95
This Smokie Ridge signature blend is rich and mysterious, a secret only Smokie, the Winemaker, himself knows. When this cool climate grape meets its warm Italian cousin, it releases honey and ripe red apple aromas at first with underlying citrus and mineral notes. Flavours of rich fruit and honeysuckle mean this wine will pair well with any lite fair and candle lit romantic dinner.
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This Smokie Ridge signature blend is rich and mysterious, a secret only Smokie, the Winemaker, himself knows. When this cool climate grape meets its warm Italian cousin, it releases honey and ripe red apple aromas at first with underlying citrus and mineral notes. Flavours of rich fruit and honeysuckle mean this wine will pair well with any lite fair and candle lit romantic dinner.
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Soldier's Pride White - 2019 - $15.95
Smokie’s military days may be behind him, but his skill and years spent keeping soldiers lined up spaced with pride, were put to use planting beautiful rows of vines. Laying down his sword, turning his attention to ploughshares, Soldier’s Pride is a tribute and fundraising wine for his brothers and sisters in arms.
This clear, deep and lemon signature white has delicate aromas of honeysuckle, honeydew and subtle floral notes. Its light body and acidic green apple, honey and citrus flavours, pair beautifully with creamy pasta, salmon, pork roast, ham, and family gatherings – a chance to toast the soldiers we love.
Smokie’s military days may be behind him, but his skill and years spent keeping soldiers lined up spaced with pride, were put to use planting beautiful rows of vines. Laying down his sword, turning his attention to ploughshares, Soldier’s Pride is a tribute and fundraising wine for his brothers and sisters in arms.
This clear, deep and lemon signature white has delicate aromas of honeysuckle, honeydew and subtle floral notes. Its light body and acidic green apple, honey and citrus flavours, pair beautifully with creamy pasta, salmon, pork roast, ham, and family gatherings – a chance to toast the soldiers we love.
Y'Ole Faithful - 2019 - $17.95
Ever faithful, Grandpa "Dick" Yole, packing his Tilly hat and the same simple lunch, tended to the grass between the vines, mowing each row weekly, well past his 89th birthday. He came to Canada from England as a child evacuee during WWII. He joined the Royal Cdn Air Force in 1952 and became a navigator, like his oldest brother, flying Lancasters. Smokie always promised him an off-dry style white wine - and this year, in his honour, Smokie finally perfected it. Cheers Dick, this one is for you.
Aromas from this clear, deep, lemon beauty are of hay fields, red apples, and honeydew. Tastes of honey, orange and white flowers pair well with spicy or rich plates - certainly not Dick's usual lunch fair!
Ever faithful, Grandpa "Dick" Yole, packing his Tilly hat and the same simple lunch, tended to the grass between the vines, mowing each row weekly, well past his 89th birthday. He came to Canada from England as a child evacuee during WWII. He joined the Royal Cdn Air Force in 1952 and became a navigator, like his oldest brother, flying Lancasters. Smokie always promised him an off-dry style white wine - and this year, in his honour, Smokie finally perfected it. Cheers Dick, this one is for you.
Aromas from this clear, deep, lemon beauty are of hay fields, red apples, and honeydew. Tastes of honey, orange and white flowers pair well with spicy or rich plates - certainly not Dick's usual lunch fair!
Cabernet de Montagne - 2015 - $15.95
A beautiful blend of cabernet franc and cabernet sauvignon from Niagara aged in oak in our cellar, then blended with our own Sabrevois. The sabrevois grape is large, sweet and juicy and allows us to produce our signature wine year on year. Rich with cherry, plum and blueberry notes on the nose and a medium long finish; this deep ruby cold hardy gem brings warmth to any meal and will happily hold its own with anything from backyard BBQ chicken to elegant glazed salmon. Our 2015 vintage is more than ready to drink now, or can be laid down for a couple of years.
A beautiful blend of cabernet franc and cabernet sauvignon from Niagara aged in oak in our cellar, then blended with our own Sabrevois. The sabrevois grape is large, sweet and juicy and allows us to produce our signature wine year on year. Rich with cherry, plum and blueberry notes on the nose and a medium long finish; this deep ruby cold hardy gem brings warmth to any meal and will happily hold its own with anything from backyard BBQ chicken to elegant glazed salmon. Our 2015 vintage is more than ready to drink now, or can be laid down for a couple of years.
Soldier's Pride Battle Born Red - 2015 - $15.95
With more than 75 years of service to their country, our Soldier's Pride exemplifies what three generations of LeBlancs can do to showcase all that cold world grapes have to offer. Our 2015 Soldier's Pride contains some of our finest oaked collection from 2010 and locally grown Sabrevois grapes. Rich with cherry and plum aromas and a nose accented with spice and flint, this medium bodied wine has soft tannins that are lined with dark cherry, ripe plum and mineral flavours. The medium to long fruit driven finish is anchored by soft mineral notes and means it pairs beautifully with roast lamb and herbs, osso bucco or rich stews.
With more than 75 years of service to their country, our Soldier's Pride exemplifies what three generations of LeBlancs can do to showcase all that cold world grapes have to offer. Our 2015 Soldier's Pride contains some of our finest oaked collection from 2010 and locally grown Sabrevois grapes. Rich with cherry and plum aromas and a nose accented with spice and flint, this medium bodied wine has soft tannins that are lined with dark cherry, ripe plum and mineral flavours. The medium to long fruit driven finish is anchored by soft mineral notes and means it pairs beautifully with roast lamb and herbs, osso bucco or rich stews.
Entre Deux Montagnes - 2016 - $15.95
This wine earns its name from our winery's location nestled between the towns of South Mountain and Mountain. This vintage, a return of 2010 and 2013 favorites, makes a beautiful addition to any table, thanks to its ruby red hue with a light purple rim. Plum and cherry scents with hints of spice and minerals predominate from start to finish. A rich luscious fruit and blackcurrant palate underlined with carefully crafted layers of medium tannins give this wine a light and fruity acidity. This year's vintage makes the perfect third wheel on a casual date with quesadillas, gourmet pizza or brie and baguette.
This wine earns its name from our winery's location nestled between the towns of South Mountain and Mountain. This vintage, a return of 2010 and 2013 favorites, makes a beautiful addition to any table, thanks to its ruby red hue with a light purple rim. Plum and cherry scents with hints of spice and minerals predominate from start to finish. A rich luscious fruit and blackcurrant palate underlined with carefully crafted layers of medium tannins give this wine a light and fruity acidity. This year's vintage makes the perfect third wheel on a casual date with quesadillas, gourmet pizza or brie and baguette.
Soldier's Pride White - 2016 - $15.95
Smokie's military days may be behind him, but his skill and time keeping soldiers lined up spaced with pride, were put to use planting beautiful rows of vines. Laying down his sword, turning his attention to ploughshares, Soldier's Pride is a tribute and fundraising wine for his brothers and sisters in arms.This gold, bright and clear signature white has summer aromas of honey and peach. With complexity and gusto, this is a white that goes with roasted turkey and family gatherings - a chance to toast the soldiers we love.
Smokie's military days may be behind him, but his skill and time keeping soldiers lined up spaced with pride, were put to use planting beautiful rows of vines. Laying down his sword, turning his attention to ploughshares, Soldier's Pride is a tribute and fundraising wine for his brothers and sisters in arms.This gold, bright and clear signature white has summer aromas of honey and peach. With complexity and gusto, this is a white that goes with roasted turkey and family gatherings - a chance to toast the soldiers we love.
Soldier's Pride Battle Born Red - 2016 - $15.95
With more than 75 years of service to their country, our Soldier's Pride exemplifies what three generations of LeBlancs can do to showcase all that cold world grapes have to offer.The signature poppy photo on the label was taken on the vineyard property; a reminder that in all that we do, we must never forget our roots.With a deep ruby core and a light purple rim, this wine needs a little swirl to open the nose to reveal cherry, raspberry and sweet plum aromas. Its medium finish and tannins with just the right amount of soft fruit acidity pairs wonderfully with grilled salmon, pasta, pizza, or baked brie.
With more than 75 years of service to their country, our Soldier's Pride exemplifies what three generations of LeBlancs can do to showcase all that cold world grapes have to offer.The signature poppy photo on the label was taken on the vineyard property; a reminder that in all that we do, we must never forget our roots.With a deep ruby core and a light purple rim, this wine needs a little swirl to open the nose to reveal cherry, raspberry and sweet plum aromas. Its medium finish and tannins with just the right amount of soft fruit acidity pairs wonderfully with grilled salmon, pasta, pizza, or baked brie.
Take Me A Whey - 2019 - $18.95
Like a marriage, fine wine with an ideal partner is a joy to behold. This wine celebrates our owners Smokie and Debbie, who still work hand in hand, day in and day out after more than 46 years of marriage!
It is a truly unique joy - when two unique flavours come together to strengthen, uplift and complement each other. Our 4th edition Take Me A Whey is no different and this year’s vintage retains its distinct quality of partnering beautifully with cheese - any cheese, any time.
This medium ruby red wine bursts with raspberry, plums with hints of spice and eucalyptus. Enjoy the long and balanced finish.
Like a marriage, fine wine with an ideal partner is a joy to behold. This wine celebrates our owners Smokie and Debbie, who still work hand in hand, day in and day out after more than 46 years of marriage!
It is a truly unique joy - when two unique flavours come together to strengthen, uplift and complement each other. Our 4th edition Take Me A Whey is no different and this year’s vintage retains its distinct quality of partnering beautifully with cheese - any cheese, any time.
This medium ruby red wine bursts with raspberry, plums with hints of spice and eucalyptus. Enjoy the long and balanced finish.
Vineology - 2019 - $18.95 SOLD OUT
Genealogy is the discovery of a family's lineage. Our patriarch Grandpapa traced our roots over the millennia. A grape, like a family, inherits its traits from its ancestors. Vineology is a salute to Grandpapa and our Marquette grape, one of whom can trace their lineage back to the mighty Pinot Noir. We bring back our Vineology, now 5 years after we lost Grandpapa, to honour his legacy that we still feel everyday at the vineyard.
Mostly Marquette grapes are blended with oaked Cabernet Sauvignon from 2016 and hint of 2012 oaked Merlot to give this wine a robust and full body (just like Grandpapa!) It pairs with family, great laughs and inappropriate jokes.
Genealogy is the discovery of a family's lineage. Our patriarch Grandpapa traced our roots over the millennia. A grape, like a family, inherits its traits from its ancestors. Vineology is a salute to Grandpapa and our Marquette grape, one of whom can trace their lineage back to the mighty Pinot Noir. We bring back our Vineology, now 5 years after we lost Grandpapa, to honour his legacy that we still feel everyday at the vineyard.
Mostly Marquette grapes are blended with oaked Cabernet Sauvignon from 2016 and hint of 2012 oaked Merlot to give this wine a robust and full body (just like Grandpapa!) It pairs with family, great laughs and inappropriate jokes.
Fortified Wine Collection
Defiant - 2018 - $29.95
Behind every great man, is the mom who made him. And Smokie’s mom, Monique was a force - defiant, vocal while remaining, elegant, loving and sweet. A storyteller, adventurer and keeper of family lore, she told us of her beloved ice skates - a symbol of her independence. Monique wanted ice skates; her father was away, so at 14, she found a job at the Five n' Dime paying for the skates on layaway. In keeping with the decorum of the time, her dad was horrified, and swore to buy the skates if she'd quit. She kept the skates for over 70 years -a memento of her free spirit. Like her, fortified rose is an innovative, fresh, aromatic, vibrant and at the same time, distinct wine, great for mixing and mingling. Its sweet caramel nose, reminds us of her loved Laura Secord lollipops and candies always tucked in her purse.
In this blend our delicate Louise Swenson & Frontenac are fortified with our own distilled grapes. Enjoy the nice rich palate of soft tannins and a long steady fruit acid finish. Let your nose connect with the strawberry, raspberry or linger for the light caramel and floral scents. Swap out your gin in a classic G&T or the sweet vermouth in your favorite negrone for a fresh mix!
Behind every great man, is the mom who made him. And Smokie’s mom, Monique was a force - defiant, vocal while remaining, elegant, loving and sweet. A storyteller, adventurer and keeper of family lore, she told us of her beloved ice skates - a symbol of her independence. Monique wanted ice skates; her father was away, so at 14, she found a job at the Five n' Dime paying for the skates on layaway. In keeping with the decorum of the time, her dad was horrified, and swore to buy the skates if she'd quit. She kept the skates for over 70 years -a memento of her free spirit. Like her, fortified rose is an innovative, fresh, aromatic, vibrant and at the same time, distinct wine, great for mixing and mingling. Its sweet caramel nose, reminds us of her loved Laura Secord lollipops and candies always tucked in her purse.
In this blend our delicate Louise Swenson & Frontenac are fortified with our own distilled grapes. Enjoy the nice rich palate of soft tannins and a long steady fruit acid finish. Let your nose connect with the strawberry, raspberry or linger for the light caramel and floral scents. Swap out your gin in a classic G&T or the sweet vermouth in your favorite negrone for a fresh mix!
Shield Maiden - 2018 - $36.95
Made with 100% SRV Sabrevois and our own distilled grapes. Enjoy this deep purple gem ripe with smells of spiced cherry and plum and a note of smoked licorice. Tastes of sweet and rich mulled fruits with a kick of pepper and spice.
We tell tall tales of our 1st summer, ready to plant, our shovels clashed against the Canadian shield.
Like those rocks, our littlest grandchild, Éowyn LeBlanc, came as quite the surprise. We learned only of her impending arrival about 3 months before her birth. And like our field that kept us very busy - she rivals her counterparts in speed and agility. She is strong, clever and beautiful, more than living up to her name.
Pairs well with Faramir or complex flavours like stilton and chocolate. RED
Ages well – feast now or later.
Made with 100% SRV Sabrevois and our own distilled grapes. Enjoy this deep purple gem ripe with smells of spiced cherry and plum and a note of smoked licorice. Tastes of sweet and rich mulled fruits with a kick of pepper and spice.
We tell tall tales of our 1st summer, ready to plant, our shovels clashed against the Canadian shield.
Like those rocks, our littlest grandchild, Éowyn LeBlanc, came as quite the surprise. We learned only of her impending arrival about 3 months before her birth. And like our field that kept us very busy - she rivals her counterparts in speed and agility. She is strong, clever and beautiful, more than living up to her name.
Pairs well with Faramir or complex flavours like stilton and chocolate. RED
Ages well – feast now or later.
sm'Oaked Collection
Cabernet Merlot - 2010 - $29.95
In 2012, when we opened the store, this was the big man's biggest wine! Smokie tucked away a few hundred litres in the wine cellar. Deep ruby hues, bold blackcurrant and brazen blueberry notes have matured to smoky cherry, plum and vanilla with very ripe tannins. This wine has a long smoked fruit and spice finish and should be enjoyed with very rich foods. Crafted and aged to perfection in our winery, nestled between South Mountain and Mountain, this wine makes a beautiful addition to any table.
In 2012, when we opened the store, this was the big man's biggest wine! Smokie tucked away a few hundred litres in the wine cellar. Deep ruby hues, bold blackcurrant and brazen blueberry notes have matured to smoky cherry, plum and vanilla with very ripe tannins. This wine has a long smoked fruit and spice finish and should be enjoyed with very rich foods. Crafted and aged to perfection in our winery, nestled between South Mountain and Mountain, this wine makes a beautiful addition to any table.
Chardonnay - 2012 - $24.95
Each year Smokie likes to turn his hand to something new. Using traditional French barrels, Smokie oak fermented and aged a lovely Chardonnay grape from Niagara to produce this lovely and lemony liquid gold. It starts off with inviting aromas of apples and butterscotch with a slight hint of vanilla and tobacco. Reminiscent of the nose, the palate has rich fruit and hints of smoke rounded off with a medium to long fruit acid finish. The perfect guest at any backyard BBQ, this wine pairs beautifully with baby back ribs and pulled pork sliders. Drink now or lie down 2 to 3 years.
Each year Smokie likes to turn his hand to something new. Using traditional French barrels, Smokie oak fermented and aged a lovely Chardonnay grape from Niagara to produce this lovely and lemony liquid gold. It starts off with inviting aromas of apples and butterscotch with a slight hint of vanilla and tobacco. Reminiscent of the nose, the palate has rich fruit and hints of smoke rounded off with a medium to long fruit acid finish. The perfect guest at any backyard BBQ, this wine pairs beautifully with baby back ribs and pulled pork sliders. Drink now or lie down 2 to 3 years.
Dessert Wine
Polar Vortex - 2013 - $29.95
Introducing a new phenomenon in dessert wine made 40 miles from the world's 2nd coldest capital city.
Chill and enjoy chilled.
Introducing a new phenomenon in dessert wine made 40 miles from the world's 2nd coldest capital city.
Chill and enjoy chilled.