In the glass, a cloudy ruby color glows with raspberry reflections. On the nose, delicate notes of cherry and raspberry are followed by delicate nuances of cranberry and hibiscus. A bitterness emerges in the attack, quickly enveloped by a foam and a persistent vivacity. The greedy mouth is underlined by a lively acidity and a light effervescence. It shines by its characteristic fruity reminiscent of sour raspberry.
parenthèse 2022
Out of stock29.50 $taxes included
Out of stock
Description
Our “pettrad”, a fizzy wine refermented in the bottle
In 2019, the harvest was so bountiful that the juice was literally overflowing; the vats were full and we still had a surplus. There was only one solution: to bottle the Marquette that had not yet completed its fermentation period. And so, a petnat wine was born.
It was only meant to be a footnote, a « Parenthèse » in the history of our vineyard. However, this wine proved so popular that it since has had two more reincarnations, making 2021 its fourth vintage. It has to be said: the essence of the Marquette grapes is beautifully amplified by effervescence. The sublime bubbles enhance its vibrant fruitiness while maintaining the distinctive structure of the wine. A treat for the senses.
Tasting & pairings
Such an expressive wine, Parenthèse conjures up images of flavourful summery meals, goat cheese and deli meats. This wine is ideal as an aperitif and versatile enough to accompany an enjoyable serving of fries with home-made mayonnaise. At dessert, its notes of berries go hand in hand with a dessert of fresh berries.
Drinking temperature: 10 °C
Can be stored and kept: up to 1 year
Notes from the winemaker
Uncommonly cold weather in the first part of the season meant a very early blocage (blocking), which expressed itself as a lower alcohol level in the wines. Luckily, however, it did not hinder the fruit’s phenological development. Maturity was reached nonetheless, and can be noticed by the pungency of the wine. Despite 598mm of rain and somber days lending their hue to the vintage, acidity remains moderate – perhaps thanks to the maturing of the vines and to the indigenous yeasts, as they both promote a sound malolactic conversion. In short, a true bubbly vintage.
Grapes are pressed directly as soon as they are picked, and then go through a low temperautre fermentation to preserve a maximum of fruit and crispness. Following a short maceration and a first alcoholic fermentation, the base wine is mixed with a starter made of base wine and organic beet sugar, and bottled on the same day. The bubbles are formed during the second fermentation. More fizzy than sparkling, it contains twice as less pressure than our traditional methods. We do not disgorge the Parenthèse. The wine is neither fined nor filtered.
Technical specifications
Winemaking : Refermentation on lees (Col Fondo style)
Grape content : 42% marquette, 25% frontenac noir, 19% acadie blanc, 14% frontenac blanc
Type : brut nature (zéro dosage)
Dosage : 0 g/L de sucre
Degree of alcohol : 11,8 %
Format : 750 ml
Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Nature
Suitable for vegans
Range
Ephemeral
This range is our playground. It is where we allow ourselves the freedom to explore various types of effervescence and vinification while continually furthering our understanding of the terroir. Research and experimentation lead our discoveries but sometimes luck has a part to play too. Some creations are unique while others can periodically be reproduced. A remarkable few become part of the Bergeville permanent offer.
You may also like…
Out of stock9.60 $taxes includedIn the glass, the slightly cloudy straw yellow color glows with a silver sheen. On the nose, delicate yeast aromas compliment the ripe pear, green apple and freshly squeezed lemon. Dry, lively and thirst-quenching, this sparkling wine vibrates to the rhythm of a fine and energetic effervescence. On the palate, this lively wine will express citrus notes for the final with a touch of bitterness.
Available at winery65.00 $taxes includedIn the glass, the slightly cloudy straw yellow color glows with a silver sheen. Pineapple dominates a very expressive bouquet with notes of pear, white flowers and yeast. On the palate, its creamy and delicate effervescence is charged with a surprising energy. Very dry, this crispy white offers a straight and tense finish, marked by a subtle bitterness. Our thirst-quenching bubble par excellence!
36.00 $taxes includedIn the glass, the salmon-orange color is animated by a lively effervescence. On the nose, hints of red berries, particularly that of raspberries and cranberries, are fine and direct. In the mouth, the sharp and lively attack is sublimated by a full and creamy foam. The bubbles stay remarkedly long in the mouth, with light fruity notes. The mineral finish ends with the bitterness of the cranberry.
Available at winery29.50 $taxes includedIn the glass, the slightly cloudy straw yellow color glows with a silver sheen. Pineapple dominates a very expressive bouquet with notes of pear, white flowers and yeast. On the palate, its creamy and delicate effervescence is charged with a surprising energy. Very dry, this crispy white offers a straight and tense finish, marked by a subtle bitterness. Our thirst-quenching bubble par excellence!
Out of stock