2000 Quails Gate Riesling Icewine

The 2000 Quails’ Gate Riesling Icewine from British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley is a rare and revered Canadian dessert wine, praised for its richness, balance, and longevity. Based on detailed community reviews, here’s what you can expect:

Nose: Intensely aromatic, with notes of raisins, dates, figs, and toffee. Some tasters also noted citrus, nuts, and a touch of mandarin peel—a complex bouquet that deepens with time.

Palate: Lusciously sweet and viscous, showing flavors of honey, brown sugar, baked pear, apple, and apricot syrup. Despite its richness (reportedly over 150 g/L of residual sugar), it’s balanced by a vibrant acidity that keeps it from feeling cloying.

Finish: Exceptionally long and mouth-coating, with a slightly dry edge that adds elegance. One reviewer described it as “dancing on the palate” with a finish that “goes on and on”