John Marynissen might be categorized as a Niagara wine legend but he’s long gone and at last account the winery is in the hands of a Chinese investors, I think. The winery website states the winery was sold in 2012 but for some reason (wonder why) fails to reveal the identity of the purchaser(s).
Whatever, the legend has passed on long ago and my take of the current stable of wines has been rock bottom. But I am willing to give a last chance try to their “Charmed Rosé” from the Heritage Collection which as the label states, “pays homage to our pioneering founders by maintaining their traditions or continuing in their spirit through innovation.” 92% Cabernet Franc, 4% Gewurtz and 4% Riesling.
Aroma: Strawberry, raspberry, watermelon and cranberry to this brickish pink tank sparkler. Brick can be a sign of ageing or oxidization.
Palate: Not a sharp bite but a bite nonetheless. A tired very slightly oxidized taste and hard to pin down any fruit.
Personality: Give me a break. It is hard to emulate a legend.
Food Match: A peameal bacon sandwich but no fancy mustard please.
Cellarbility: Drink now before the tariffs set in!
Price: $24.95 CDN (Hmmmmm?)
RKS 2025 CANADIAN Wine Rating: 84/100. Wine Align Community Rating 86. Natalie MacLean 90.
(Marynissen Estates 2022 Charmed Rosé, VQA Ontario, Marynissen, Niagara-on-the-Lake, 750 ml, 11.5%).
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