Monday, June 3rd, 2013

Many thanks to Matt Steves who nominated Quails’ Gate TBA Optima as Canada’s best cheese pairing wine!

Natalie MacLean wrote to us letting us know that the competition was tough…

“There were hundreds of people voting right up until midnight in the wine pairing competition.  The results were based on the final votes, which came in strong and steadily until the last minute. Your wine did very well and had tremendous support among the 40 wines originally nominated in the cheese pairing category. Matt Steves was a great champion for you.”

We’d like to say thank you to all our wonderful fans who voted and held the torch up for our beloved Sauternes style beauty!

http://www.nataliemaclean.com/canadian-wines/best-wine-cheese-pairing/2013/award/#winner

Quails’ Gate Winery is proud of its results at two prestigious international wine competitions in London, England.

Decanter World Wine Awards
Evaluated a total of 14,362 international wines.
Gold Medal – 2010 Stewart Family Reserve Chardonnay – only 1.59% earned Gold.
Silver Medal – 2011 Chenin Blanc

International Wine & Spirit Competition
Silver Outstanding – 2011 Quails’ Gate Chenin Blanc
Silver – 2010 Stewart Family Reserve Chardonnay
Silver – 2009 Stewart Family Reserve Pinot Noir

Click here to read our Press Release

Our king and queen shine again! We are pleased to announce that the 2010 Stewart Family Reserve Chardonnay received a Best of Class and the 2009 Stewart Family Reserve Pinot Noir received a Gold medal at Pacific Rim Wine Competition.

Over 1200 wines from 11 countries were entered.

Gold/Best of Class - 2010 Stewart Family Reserve Chardonnay
Gold – 2009 Stewart Family Reserve Pinot Noir

Silver -  2011 Quails’ Gate Pinot Noir
Silver – 2011 Stewart Family Reserve Chardonnay
Silver – 2011 Quails’ Gate Pinot Noir

2010 Stewart Family Reserve Chardonnay has been awarded a Gold Medal at Chardonnay du Monde 2013, one of the most prestigious Chardonnay competitions in the world.

872 wine samples from 42 countries were tasted, and only 58 gold medals were distributed.

2011 Quails’ Gate Chardonnay has also garnered a silver medal.

Grant recently visited Edmonton and was immediately taken with the city’s culinary scene and aficionados. A long time standing champion of the dining scene in Edmonton, “Sorrentino’s Downtown is the jewel in the Sorrentino’s crown” and the venue for the first partnered winemaker’s dinner.

We are certain that seating for this evening of fine wine and dining will be a hot ticket item, so ensure you are part of the excitement and book today.

Join Grant for an intimate evening as he shares his passion for crafting Pinot Noir and his insights into what makes his approach to winemaking so special.

Menu

Quails’ Gate Dry Riesling
reception

Grilled octopus skewers, salsa verde
Quails’ Gate Chenin Blanc

Artichoke & white truffle bruschetta
Quails’ Gate Chardonnay

Smoked duck lasagna
Quails’ Gate Stewart Family Reserve Pinot Noir 

Grilled flat iron steak, rapini, bone marrow, breadcrumb salsa
Quails’ Gate Old Vines Foch

Callebaut dark chocolate & blackcherry bread pudding with white chocolate panna cotta
Quails’ Gate Fortified Vintage Foch

Space is limited, so call today to reserve your table.

Time: 5 pm reception, 6 pm dinner
Location: Sorrentino’s Downtown, 10162 – 100 Street, Edmonton, Alberta
Cost: 5 course dinner – $99 plus GST plus 18% gratuities
Reservations:  780.424.7500 – Book by April 24^th
Website: Click here

We are truly excited to visit the Trib Steakhouse in Calgary this April. From their website  “Situated in a Calgary Heritage building, the namesake restaurant stands in tribute of days gone by and the gloriously rich past of the space that once held the Calgary Tribune newspaper.

The Trib exists for those among us who view life as an emotional journey: not as an intellectual pursuit. Those who understand that life is to be savoured, never rushed.”

Sounds like the perfect pairing for our Stewart Family Reserve Pinot Noir, and the person who so carefully minds the creation of the wine. This is sure to be a wonderful event created by and for likeminded, exuberant and passionate hedonists!

Space is limited, so call today to reserve your table.

Time: 6 pm – 9 pm
Location: Trib Steakhouse, #100 – 118 – 8 Ave, W.W. Calgary, Alberta
Cost: 4 course dinner $100 per person
Reservations:  Cam Pinkney – General Manager at 403.269.3160
Website: Click here

Our King and Queen, 2011 Stewart Family Reserve Pinot Noir and 2011 Stewart Family Reserve Chardonnay have been released. Come visit Quails’ Gate Winery and try our new releases!

2011 Stewart Family Reserve Pinot Noir
Tasting Notes:
On first impression, the fragrance of this supple, silken-textured Pinot Noir is dominated by intensely bright, ripe, red fruits. As the wine unfolds, musky floral aromas evoke images of dark, velvety, blood-red roses. Firm but very fine tannins allow the wine to showcase gorgeous primary fruit with subtle layers of spice and truffle. Pair this wine with butter herb crusted chicken, roasted lamb, savory slow cooked game, or side dishes with an earthy or nutty character.

2011 Stewart Family Reserve Chardonnay
Tasting Notes:
The 2011 Stewart Family Reserve Chardonnay opens with inviting aromas of white peach and orange blossoms mingling with underlying notes of clover honey and brioche. A subtle hint of spicy French oak contributes to the richness and complexity of this elegantly textured, well-balanced wine. Try pairing it with grilled honey orange chicken salad or poached salmon with a caper butter sauce.

Come and celebrate spring with us! Quails’ Gate offers our signature paired coursed menus once again during the Festival as an addition to our Dinner in the Vineyard series, Dinner in the Barrel Room! Call us to reserve your table.

Quails’ Gate Spring Release Lunch & Dinner: May 3^rd – 12^th
Our signature paired coursed menus are once again offered to Winefest patrons. Consistently recognized as one of the provinces’ best, Old Vines Restaurants designs each menu to showcase our valley’s bounty. Course by course, our staff will bring you the perfect wine to pair with your meal. All you need to do is book, arrive and enjoy! Reserve at quailsgate.com or 250 -760-2500

Lunch 3 course paired 40++
Dinner 4 course paired 75++

Reservations: 250-769-2500

Dinner in the Barrel Room: May 4^th , 6:30 pm – SOLD OUT
It’s still a bit brisk to start our Dinner in the Vineyard series so, for one night only, we’re converting our Barrel Room for an evening of wine and dining adventure. Winemaker Grant Stanley will lead you on a brief tour and barrel tasting to start the evening. Then Winery Chef Roger Sleiman will prepare locally sourced menu crafted to pair beautifully with our spring release wines and a surprise or two from our vintage library. Don’t miss this exclusive intimate glimpse into our special space!

Multi coursed paired dinner $125 (taxes included)

Reservations: 250-769-2514

Quails’ Gate Winery is pleased to announce the dates for our signature and highly coveted Dinner in the Vineyard Series.

Saturday, July 13^th
Thursday August 8^th

Time: 5 PM
Cost: $140 per person (all inclusive)

This special event will truly make you feel like a part of the Quails’ Gate family. The evening starts with meeting our team in the vineyard for a glass of wine and canapés to whet your appetite. Your host for the evening will then take you on a tour of the property to discuss the latest news from the winery and vintage.  A delectable coursed menu will then be served between the rows of grapes as we sample the summer bounty shared by our local providers and paired with a special selection of Quails’ Gate wines. Meet other Quails’ Gate enthusiasts and join in the spirit of conviviality as you enjoy our signature view of the sun setting over the serene Okanagan lake.

NOTE:
This event will go ahead rain or shine; if the weather is truly not cooperating, we will dine in the Stewart Family Room

Reservations: 1-800-420-9463 or 250-769-2514

Exclusive dates are also scheduled for our Cellar Door Members. Must be a member to attend. Contact cellardoorclub@quailsgate.com to join today.

Quite possibly the best offer in Kelowna! Build your own 3 course dinner with choices from our full a la carte menu. Old Vines Restaurant offers this special course at $39*. Compliment your meal with our suggested wine pairings for an additional $10.

We look forward to seeing you!

Reservations: 1-800-420-9463 or 250-769-2500

*additional charges may apply to specific items