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Ice Wine of Vidal Blanc
on sale through May 2010

History

Ice Wine, though known to central European winemakers for centuries has become the crown jewel of Valley Vineyards and the Ohio Wines Industry.  Commercially produced since 1992, Valley Vineyards was first in Ohio to produce this world-class nectar of the gods. 

Ice Wine in the Ohio River Valley

Though traditionally produced in the mountainsides of Europe, and frigid climate of Canada, the Ohio River Valley produces an Ice Wine of exceptional standard and complexity.  The sunshine and warm growing season produce the high sugar content needed, and the harsh cold winter provides the frost and eventual hard freeze so important to the production of world class Ice Wine.  The blessing of warm sun and cold winter is what puts our ice wine in a league of its own.

Extreme Harvest

Once the extreme temperatures arrive, the frozen Vidal Blanc grapes are hand harvested, often in the dead of night. The grapes are immediately pressed in the extreme cold to extract the luscious nectar. In this process, the water content in each grape remains frozen in crystals, leaving only a few coveted drops of concentrated, intense liquid. Ice Wine yields are a mere 10-15% of a traditional Vidal Blanc harvest. Slowly fermented over the coming months, this delicate wine through care of the winemaker will become Valley Vineyards Ice Wine of Vidal Blanc.

The Results

Valley Vineyards Ice Wine of Vidal Blanc is best served in small amounts (2-3oz portions) as dessert, or paired with light cakes, or dark chocolate truffles. For a new way to serve this classic wine, below you will find the Valley Vineyards Ice Wine Martini; great for friendly gatherings! View our store for further information, or to have our Ice Wine Delivered to your door.

Valley Vineyards Ice Wine Martini

The Valley Vineyards Ice Wine martini is another way to enjoy our classic Ice Wine; light and crisp with a hint of sweetness.

• 2 oz. Valley Vineyards Ice Wine of Vidal Blanc
• 2 oz. Premium Vodka

Fill a shaker with ice, add Ice Wine and vodka, stir gently then strain. Garnish with a thin orange slice, or a few frozen grapes and enjoy!

Mother’s & Father’s Day
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Sunday, June 20, 2010

Take Mom or Dad out for dinner and make their special day something to remember at our Steak or Salmon Cookouts.

Cookout time is 4:00-6:00 p.m. Reservations are required. Please call us at 513.899.2485.

Grand Tasting
Wednesdays, June 16 & 30, 2010
6:30-8:30 p.m.

This is the day we invite you to experience Valley Vineyards wines for only $15. Spend the evening with friends enjoying samples of our award-winning wines (including special vintages our winemaker will bring from the cellar). We include a selection of fresh fruits, international cheeses, and fresh breads…again, for only $15. Reservations are required. Call us at 513.899.2485

Light Up Valley - A Christmas Feast
December 8, 2010

This event re-creates an old fashioned Christmas in the best Austrian holiday tradition. Santa and the choir will make their appearances, adding to the festivities.

Enjoy a full buffet of pork with fruit, roast beef au jus and all the trimmings, including a bottle of wine. Per couple $59

This event fills up quickly, so reservations are required. Please call us at 513.899.2485.