As we embrace the joyous festivities of Lunar New Year, here are some wine recommendations for celebrating or for gifting.
Inniskillin Okanagan Vidal Icewine 2016
The Vidal Pearl Icewine VQA makes a great host gift for Lunar New Year. With bold acidity, it has intense aromas of mango, apricot and honey making it a perfect pairing for desserts. This elegance in a bottle is sure to leave hosts impressed with its flavours of peach and candied brown sugar.
Inniskillin Okanagan Cabernet Franc
If you’re looking for a smooth ruby red wine, then the Inniskillin Okanagan Cabernet Franc is your perfect choice. Along with aromas of strawberry and plums, this wine has rich flavours of red cherry, vanilla and spice, giving it a smooth and extended finish.
Vintage Ink Whisky Barrel Aged Red 2020
The Vintage Ink Whisky Barrel Aged Red 2020 is simply a classic you should not miss out on! This rich wine has aromas of ripe plums, dark blackberries and hints of spice, making it a great option for the occasion.
Drinking Etiquette for Lunar New Year:
- To show respect and gratitude when making a toast, hold the glass with your right hand and support it with your left.
- As a sign of respect, when clinking glasses with someone of higher rank or age, ensure your glass is positioned lower.
- If distance separates you during a toast, elevate your glass and gently tap it against the side of the table. This is a sign of politeness and respect to the host of the party.