2003 Inniskillin Gold Label Oak Aged Vidal Icewine, Niagara Peninsula, Canada 375ml

The 2003 Inniskillin Gold Label Oak Aged Vidal Icewine from Niagara Peninsula is a rich, opulent dessert wine that showcases the luscious intensity of botrytised Vidal grapes, elevated by oak aging. Here’s what you can expect from this golden vintage:

Nose: Deep and expressive, with aromas of orange marmalade, tropical fruit (like guava and lychee), candied apricot, and vanilla. Some tasters also note hints of raisin, honey, and a touch of oxidative nuttiness from bottle age

.Palate: Unctuous and layered, bursting with ripe exotic fruits, tangerine, and stone fruit. The oak aging adds spice, caramel, and a creamy texture. It’s intensely sweet—“sticky and sweet,” as one critic put it—but balanced by a thread of acidity.

Finish: Long and lingering, with flavors of baked citrus, dried fruit, and a soft vanilla-oak warmth.This wine is a decadent treat—ideal with triple cream cheeses, fruit-based desserts like pear flan or apple crisp, or even seared scallops for a savory contrast