Bachelder

IN THIS MONTH’S THREE-PACK: 

Thomas Bachelder shows his Burgundian roots with his exclusive “Les Villages” collection of gamay, chardonnay, and pinot noir. Club members are invited to a private virtual tasting with him – sign up to join in!    

2017 “Les Villages” Chardonnay
VQA Niagara Peninsula 
$34.95  

The “Les Villages” style of pulling the best grapes of a single varietal from multiple vineyards results in this complex yet harmonious expression. Beautiful layers of butter, lemon and minerality greet the nose and palate. Pair with sole meuniere or seared scallops.  

2017 “Les Villages” Gamay Noir
VQA Niagara Peninsula 
$22.95 

Sourced from vineyards predominantly in Vineland, this aged and finely-perfumed wine shows red berry fruits with candied notes, plum, earth and stone. It’s elegant and textured and will sing with picnic fare like paté, soft cheeses and ham paninis.  

2017 “Les Villages” Pinot Noir 
VQA Niagara Peninsula 
$34.95 

In line with the laser focus that is synonymous with Bachelder’s wines, this pinot noir is precision-driven. Aged 20 months in Burgundian oak, luscious aromatics of red and black fruit lead to a savoury finish. Pair this silky, refined red with chicken Dijon or Japanese sukiyaki.